E51 - Panorama Trail
Although aptly named the Panorama Trail, the first ascent towards Grosse Scheidegg should not be underestimated
Race Category
Running Stones
Finals Access
Although aptly named the Panorama Trail, the first ascent towards Grosse Scheidegg should not be underestimated. Once reached, the spectacular scenery along the route to Oberläger via First and Bachalpsee, the 360° panorama atop the Faulhorn summit at 2680m, and the views to the horizon on route to Schynige Platte, definitely compensate for all the effort and remain long in the memory.
The E51 trail must be accomplished under the partial self-support principle. This means that in between the check-points the participants are responsible for their own food and drinks and must carry the mandatory gear as stated in the Mandatory Equipment.
Excellent physical fitness and solid experience in high-alpine trail running are strictly mandatory for completing the E51 course. The trails feature a distinct alpine character and lead to altitudes exceeding 2,500 m above sea level. In line with partial autonomy and classic trail running ethics, you must be capable at all times of navigating the terrain independently, managing your own food and hydration supply, and responding safely and responsibly to unforeseen challenges in the mountains.
We reserve the rights to exclude persons from participating in the race.
You can find the information here.
Start 1: Saturday, 17 July 2027 at 07:15 Start 2: Saturday, 17 July 2027 at 07:45
Finish: Saturday, 17 July 2027 at 20:45 (Time limit 13 hrs).
The allocation into the start blocks will be done three weeks prior to the race according to UTMB Index. The allocated start time must be adhered to. Disregard to do so will result in a time penalty. Runners with a low or no UTMB Index start in the second block. If you wish to start in the same block as your friends please send a request to eigerultratrail@service.byutmb.world until 21 june 2027.
As a competitor you have to leave the check-point before the time limit, regardless of your arrival time at the check-point.
Sunday, 18 July 2027, 10.00 on the stage.
According Mandatory Equipment.
Grosse Scheidegg, First, Feld, Burglauenen.
At the following Refreshment points a zone for supportes is provided: Grosse Scheidegg | First | Burglauenen. These can easily be reached by cable car, bus or train. By consulting the race time estimations and public transport timetables, your supporters are able to reach several Check Points/Refreshment Zones on your race day.
Saturday, 17 July 2027, from 03.30 at Grindelwald Sports Centre, BF.
2 Running Stones UTMB
Race Route Infrastructure, Time-keeping, Intermediate Time Check-points, Safety Management, Emergency phone number, Paramedic and Massage services, Dressing Room, Shower, refreshment points, tracking by mobilephone, Souvenir gift, Finisher Eiger stone and finisher T-shirt, Pasta party, Finisher beer, Expo.
