Welcome to the Eiger North Face - Eiger Ultra Trail Grindelwald

« Eiger Ultra Trail - harder than the North Face solo » Ueli Steck, *1976 – 2017

The legendary Eiger stands at 3970m above Grindelwald and has been enthralling visitors to the valley for decades. Known as the ‘last problem of the Alps’. The Eiger North Face was finally conquered in 1938 in a battle waged over 4 days. Today, world-class climbers tackle the Eiger North Face solo in less than two and a half hours.

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E250 - UNESCO Trail

Imposing mountain ranges, rustic valleys and the largest connected glaciated area in the Alps - This is a World Heritage of universal value

Race Details

The race

Distance

250km

Elevation Gain

18000m

Start Time

08:00

With 250 kilometers as well as 20,000 meters of altitude, the E250 route is considered a tough test for all participants.

E101 - Ultra Trail

Grindelwald holds the honour of hosting the first Ultra Trail race inspired by the myth of the Eiger

Race Details

Race Category

ws100KM

Running Stones

The race

Distance

101km

Elevation Gain

6700m

Start Time

04:00

The E101 is a mighty challenge to even the most seasoned of trail runners.

E51 - Panorama Trail

Although aptly named the Panorama Trail, the first ascent towards Grosse Scheidegg should not be underestimated

Race Details

Race Category

ws50KM

Running Stones

The race

Distance

51km

Elevation Gain

3100m

Start Time

07:15

Go for the team spirit and the collective experience. Handle as team the individual highs and lows during the course.

E35 - North Face Trail

The E35 delivers its competitors to the very foot of the imposing Eiger north face.

Race Details

Race Category

ws50KM

Running Stones

The race

Distance

35km

Elevation Gain

2500m

Start Time

08:05

There is truly no better place to experience the glacial winds and ancient limestone facets of the Eiger than here. The E35 route then descends the Eiger Trail to Trychelegg and on to the finish in Grindelwald.

E16 - Pleasure Trail

The E16 is perfect for short distance specialists, and for those wishing to enjoy a shorter trail at their leisure!

Race Details

Race Category

ws20KM

Running Stones

The race

Distance

16km

Elevation Gain

960m

Start Time

09:00

The trail is so well located that it is possible for you to hike or to train on for around 8 months of the year, weather conditions permitting. Since December 2016, the E16 route is marked.

Trail Surprise

A trail run should be full of surprises, so why not branch out from the five established race routes and discover what other trail delights Grindelwald has to offer?

Race Details

The race

Although the clock is ticking, the focus really is on fun and the shared experience along the beautiful and perhaps lesser-known trails around Grindelwald. The new race was conceived specifically with the relatives and supporters of runners in mind, as we

Kids race

Why not kick-off your trail running career and compete in the coming edition of the Eiger Ultra Trail Kids Race?!

Race Details

The race

In order to participate in the Kids Race, the children must be able to complete the course independently.

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