Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMBGrindelwald, Switzerland🇨🇭
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- Date
- Jul 14 - 18, Wed - Sun · 08:00
- City
- Grindelwald, Switzerland
- Opens
- Mon, Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Mon, Sep 28, 2026
Eiger Ultra Trail; runs in the Jungfrau region, at the foothills of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The route extends around Grindelwald via First, Faulhorn, Schynige Platte, Männlichen, Lauberhorn and Kleine Scheidegg to the foothills of the Eiger north face.
Courses
| Course | Distance | Elevation Gain | Km-effort |
|---|---|---|---|
| 261K | 261 km | 18000 m D+ | 441 · XXL |
| 101K | 101 km | 6700 m D+ | 168 · XL |
| 51K | 51 km | 3100 m D+ | 82 · M |
| 35K | 35 km | 2500 m D+ | 60 · S |
| 16K | 16 km | 950 m D+ | 26 · XS |
| 15K | 15 km | 800 m D+ | 23 · XXS |
Calculators for this race
Registration
- StandardMon, Sep 21, 2026 - Mon, Sep 28, 2026Register
Data sources: UTMB World Series, official site (eiger.utmb.world) · Last checked:
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Frequently asked questions
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What is Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB?
Eiger Ultra Trail; runs in the Jungfrau region, at the foothills of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. The route extends around Grindelwald via First, Faulhorn, Schynige Platte, Männlichen, Lauberhorn and Kleine Scheidegg to the foothills of the Eiger north face.
When is Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB 2027?
Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB takes place on Wed, Jul 14, 2027 - Sun, Jul 18, 2027. Start time: 08:00.
Where does Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB take place?
Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB takes place in Grindelwald, Switzerland.
What are the courses and distances of Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB 2027?
Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB offers 6 courses: 261K (261 km, 18000 m D+); 101K (101 km, 6700 m D+); 51K (51 km, 3100 m D+); 35K (35 km, 2500 m D+); 16K (16 km, 950 m D+); 15K (15 km, 800 m D+).
How hard is Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB 2027?
Difficulty is measured in km-effort: distance plus ascent divided by 100. The 261K course covers 261 km with 18000 m of climbing, which is 441 km-effort and falls in ITRA category XXL. All courses: 261K 441 km-effort (XXL), 101K 168 km-effort (XL), 51K 82 km-effort (M), 35K 60 km-effort (S), 16K 26 km-effort (XS), 15K 23 km-effort (XXS).
Is registration for Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB 2027 open?
Registration has not opened yet; it is scheduled to open on Mon, Sep 21, 2026. The deadline is Mon, Sep 28, 2026.
When does registration for Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB 2027 open?
Registration for Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB opens on Mon, Sep 21, 2026.
When is the registration deadline for Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB 2027?
The registration deadline for Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB is Mon, Sep 28, 2026.
What is the official website of Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB?
Official website: https://eiger.utmb.world/discover/discover-the-event/eiger-ultra-trail-quartz-club