Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 12 km to 101 km with up to 2,870 m D+ in Schotten (Hesse, Germany)
Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail is an endurance sporting event in Schotten, Hesse, DE focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Mountain, High Altitude.
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Vulkantrail XL (101 km, +2,870 m D+), Vulkantrail (71.3 km, +2,112 m D+), Trail 43.5 km (43.5 km, +1,108 m D+), Trail 21.3 km (21.3 km, +716 m D+), Walking 21.3 km (21.3 km, +716 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +231 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (vulkantrail.de).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (7)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vulkantrail XL | Trail Running | 101 km | +2,870 m | 1,150 m - 2,355 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Vulkantrail | Trail Running | 71.3 km | +2,112 m | 1,153 m - 2,040 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 43.5 km | Trail Running | 43.5 km | +1,108 m | 1,156 m - 1,621 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 21.3 km | Trail Running | 21.3 km | +716 m | 1,159 m - 1,460 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 21.3 km | Walking & Hiking | 21.3 km | +716 m | 1,162 m - 1,463 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 12 km | Trail Running | 12 km | +231 m | 1,150 m - 1,247 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 12 km | Walking & Hiking | 12 km | +231 m | 1,153 m - 1,250 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,355 m above sea level (+2,870 m D+, -2,870 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,153 m to 2,040 m above sea level (+2,112 m D+, -2,112 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,156 m to 1,621 m above sea level (+1,108 m D+, -1,108 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,159 m to 1,460 m above sea level (+716 m D+, -716 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,162 m to 1,463 m above sea level (+716 m D+, -716 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,247 m above sea level (+231 m D+, -231 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,153 m to 1,250 m above sea level (+231 m D+, -231 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail take place?
Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail takes place in Schotten, Hesse, DE (start area at coordinates 50.502° N, 9.1234° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.
What races and distances are offered at Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail?
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Vulkantrail XL (101 km, +2,870 m D+), Vulkantrail (71.3 km, +2,112 m D+), Trail 43.5 km (43.5 km, +1,108 m D+), Trail 21.3 km (21.3 km, +716 m D+), Walking 21.3 km (21.3 km, +716 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +231 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail?
The main competition (Vulkantrail XL over 101 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,870 m of elevation gain and -2,870 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,355 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (vulkantrail.de).