Germany’s premier trail running event, the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail, will return from June 18 to 20, 2026, offering athletes a variety of ultra-distance challenges. Events include the grueling 164 km ZUT100, the 106 km Ultratrail, and progressive shorter courses like the 86 km Ehrwald Trail and the 16 km Grainau Trail—each with significant elevation gain to match the alpine terrain. Registration opens mid-November 2025: November 11 for the longest distances and November 12 for the shorter sweeps, providing runners ample opportunity to secure a spot. This multi-day festival of trail running combines high-caliber competition with the breathtaking mountain scenery around Zugspitze, fostering both performance and community.
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106 km
86km
90 km
70 km
68km
45 km
44km
29km
30 km
10 Mile
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Race Date:
18 June, 2026
The new ZUT100 is a premier alpine 100-mile solo ultra trail with over 8,300 m elevation climb—debuted in 2025 and returning in 2026. Organized by Plan B, it’s part of Germany’s biggest trail festival on 18–20 June 2026 near Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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FAQs
What is the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
How long is the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
Where does the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
How can I prepare for the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
The new ZUT100 is a premier alpine 100-mile solo ultra trail with over 8,300 m elevation climb—debuted in 2025 and returning in 2026. Organized by Plan B, it’s part of Germany’s biggest trail festival on 18–20 June 2026 near Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
The Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 is 164km long.
The Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 takes place in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany.
The Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 elevation gain is 8302 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
The new ZUT100 is a premier alpine 100-mile solo ultra trail with over 8,300 m elevation climb—debuted in 2025 and returning in 2026. Organized by Plan B, it’s part of Germany’s biggest trail festival on 18–20 June 2026 near Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
How long is the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
The Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 is 164km long.
Where does the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 take place?
The Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 takes place in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany.
What is the elevation gain of the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
The Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100 elevation gain is 8302 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salomon Zugspitz Ultratrail ZUT100?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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