Trailrunning highlight: Zugspitz Ultratrail with record participants!

Trailrunning highlight: Zugspitz Ultratrail with record participants!

What a spectacle that unfolds on June 11, 2025 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen picturesque! On this day there is the starting signal for the Zugspitz Ultratrail , Germany's largest trail running event. With around 5000 participants from 66 nations, a new record will be set up this year. The event is fully booked, even the additional starting places could not prevent the registration from being so much in demand.

They also go beyond the border! The strongest nations are Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, USA, Switzerland, France and Poland. Fans from all over the world come together to compete in the impressive mountain landscape and to experience the unique atmosphere of the trail. Here the exams are versatile - a total of seven competitions are on the program.

highlights of the event

The Zut100 , a 100 mile run, stands out among the competitions. The last three races will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025:

• Grainau Trail: 16 km, 760 meters of altitude, start at 12 p.m. in Grainau.
• Mittenwald Trail: 44 km, 1860 vertical meter, start at 7 a.m. in Mittenwald.
• Leutasch Trail: 68 km, 2870 vertical meter, start at 9 a.m. in Leutasch/Weidach.

The special thing about the Mittenwald Trail: It will be broadcast live on YouTube on Saturday morning from 7.30 a.m., moderated by Trailrunning expert Markus Oster. There is also a live center on the official Zut-website with real-time intermediate stands and targets.

night run and personal experiences

But the pleasure does not only start on Saturday. The night run takes place on Thursday evening, organized by ledlensersglobal . All trail enthusiasts start the night at 9 p.m. It is an opportunity for everyone to be there and to enjoy the fascination of running in the dark together. The author of this article also plans to participate in the Night Run and is looking forward to the exciting atmosphere.

A competition until Thursday 10 p.m. also offers the chance to win a headlamp - perfect for the nightly adventure! Who knows, maybe you will see one or the other in the spotlight while the participants admire the breathtaking landscape.

nature and the impressive backdrop are not only a challenge, but also a pleasure. A participant who took part in an ultra -trail for the first time three years ago emphasizes how much the route and the experience shaped him. "You shouldn't miss the wonderful landscape," he advises the participants while running through the alpine backdrop.

In addition, the page Gotrail offers a comprehensive overview of trailrun events in Germany, with 274 unique events that attract both experienced runners and newcomers. If you are looking for further challenges, you will find what you are looking for in large cities such as Munich and Frankfurt.

The Zugspitz Ultratrail is more than just a sporting event. It is a feast of community, passion, and the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of nature while testing your own limits. If you are not yet registered, you should hurry - the places are gone faster than you can say "trail running"!