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
E101 UPDATE – COLD KIT MANDATORY
Due to the current weather conditions and forecast, the cold kit is now mandatory for E101.
Mandatory cold kit: • Waterproof overpants • Insulation jacket (down or Primaloft jacket)
*The windproof jacket does not replace the mandatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa. A combination of arm warmers and t-shirt is not allowed.
Random mandatory gear checks will take place at the start, during the race and at the finish line.
Due to rain, the terrain may be wet and slippery, with cold temperatures expected. Please take extra care, adapt your pace to the conditions and make sure you are properly prepared.
Our team will continue to monitor the weather together with the safety committee and our professional meteorologist. Any further important updates will be shared with runners through the official channels. Safety remains at the heart of our decisions.
Requirements
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.
Bib Distribution
You can find the information here.
Start/Finish Date & Time
Start: Saturday, 18 July 2026 at 04:00
Finish: Sunday, 19 July 2026 at 05:00 (Time limit 25 hrs).
Time Limits
As a competitor you have to leave the check-point before the time limit, regardless of your arrival time at the check-point.
DNF 101 - from Burglauenen directly to Grindelwald
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.
Award ceremony E101
Sunday, 19 July 2026, 10.00 on the stage.
Entry Fee
CHF 337.90
Price inclusive of VAT. and 10% Processing fee by NJUKO.
Mandatory Equipment
According to You can find the information Mandatory Equipment.
Intermediate time
Grosse Scheidegg, Bort, First (2nd passage), Feld, Wengen, Männlichen, Rotstecki, Lauberhorn, Kleine Scheidegg, Eigergletscher, Brandegg, Pfingstegg.
Supporter
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.
Overview Qualification points of the trails for finisher
3 Running Stones UTMB, Western States 100 with a time less than 22 hrs.
Luggage storage
Saturday, 18 July 2026, from 03.30 at Sports Centre, BF.
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.
Services Provided
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.
Early Bird Breakfast on Race Day
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.
