Ultra Running Hub Eisenach, Germany · Saturday, May 9, 2026
Fixed Distance 50 mi
GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf
Race completed
73.9 km Distance
1,874 m Climbing
6.5 Grit · Hardcore
What the course asks
Climbing rate 25 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Field size ~1,675 Very large. Congested start, busy aid stations.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (73.9km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, May
Daytime high 18°C
Night low 7°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 15 h 11 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for May — NASA POWER, grid elevation 343 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 74 km of trail with 1,874 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes25 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition74 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles1,874 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS WatchesBattery life first — a 74 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Course Notes
Landschaftslauf auf dem Höhenweg des Thüringer Waldes, dem Rennsteig
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.