E101 - Ultra Trail
Grindelwald holds the honour of hosting the first Ultra Trail race inspired by the myth of the Eiger
Race Category
Running Stones
Finals Access
Grindelwald holds the honour of hosting the first Ultra Trail race inspired by the myth of the Eiger. The race route passes through the most breath-taking viewpoints in the area; Grosse Scheidegg, First, Bachalpsee, Berghotel Faulhorn, Schynige Platte, Wengen, Männlichen, before traversing the base of the Eiger North Face itself. This Ultra Trail delivers a truly spectacular alpine experience.
With a distance of 101km and 6700m height difference, the E101 is a mighty challenge to even the most seasoned of trail runners. The E101 trail should be completed under the partial self-support principle. This means that as a competitor you are responsible for your own food and drinks between check-points and refreshment zones and must carry the mandatory gear as stated in the Mandatory Equipment.
A very good physical condition and some experience in trail running are essential for tackling the E101. In addition, as a competitor you must be able to complete the race in a partial self-sufficiency according to the ethics of trail running. We reserve the rights to exclude persons from participating in the race. A UTMB index is required for participation in the E101.
You can find the information here.
Start: Saturday, 17 July 2027 at 04:00
Finish: Sunday, 18 July 2027 at 05:00 (Time limit 25 hrs).
As a competitor you have to leave the check-point before the time limit, regardless of your arrival time at the check-point.
A runner who decides in Burglauenen to run directly to the finish in Grindelwald (without Wengen/Männlichen etc.) is entitled, if there is stock, to an E51 finisher shirt and an E51 finisher medal. This will only be handed out at the info point after the E51 finish. These runners will not receive Running Stones or an index. The tracking of these runners will be switched off in Burglauenen and the runners can no longer be tracked to the finish line.
GPS trackers that are not returned will be charged to the runner at CHF 90.
Sunday, 18 July 2027, 10:00 AM (CEST) on the stage.
According to You can find the information Mandatory Equipment.
Grosse Scheidegg, Bort, First (2nd passage), Feld, Wengen, Männlichen, Rotstecki, Lauberhorn, Kleine Scheidegg, Eigergletscher, Brandegg, Pfingstegg.
At the following Refreshment points a zone for supportes is provided: Grosse Scheidegg | Bort | First | Burglauenen | Wengen | Männlichen | Kleine Scheidegg | Brandegg and Pfingstegg. 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. A You can find the information Supporter Ticket can be obtained for a reasonable price at most local public transport stations.
3 Running Stones UTMB, Western States 100 with a time less than 22 hrs.
The drop bags will be transported from the Burglauenen start area to the finish and will be ready for collection from the material depot in Grindelwald Sport Centre, BF from approx. 14.00 onwards.
Race Route Infrastructure, Time-keeping, Intermediate Time Check-points, Safety Management, Emergency phone number, Paramedic and Massage services, Dressing Room, Shower, refreshment points, Tracking, Souvenir gift, Finisher Eiger stone and finisher T-shirt, Pasta party, Finisher beer, special price Supporter ticket, clothes transport to km 50, Expo.
Our competitors and guests are invited to enjoy a very hearty and healthy Breakfast Buffet at Barrys Lounge, Mountain and Soul Hotel Eiger. Many thanks to the Sponsors and Local Produce Suppliers.
On the menu:
Competitors and Supporters or guests are welcome to sign-up for the Early Bird Breakfast at the Start Number Distribution at the infopoint. Price per person: CHF 15.00. The buffet will be open from 02:30 – 06:30.
