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Trail running competitions in Ellmau?

Yes, absolutely! The Wilder Kaiser region is not only a paradise for trail running training, but also the venue for renowned trail running competitions.

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Trail running tip Sporthotel Ellmau

Kaiser Krone Trail

The most famous trail running event in the Wilder Kaiser region is the Kaiserkrone Trail. It takes place annually in Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser and offers various distances for beginners as well as experienced skyrunners and ultra runners.

Official routes

Kaiserkrone Ultra Trail
Length approx. 56 km | Elevation approx. 3,640 m
Special features: High-alpine circuit around the imposing Kaiser Mountains. Extremely challenging route with steep climbs and technical passages. Highest level of fitness and alpine experience required.

Kaiserkrone Skyrace
Length approx. 24.7 km | Elevation approx. 2,690 m
Special features: Technically very demanding for adrenaline junkies. Leads directly up to the Sonneck summit (approx. 2,200 m) with technical trails and rope-secured passages.

Kaiserkrone Medium Trail
Length: approx. 20.7 km | Elevation gain: approx. 1,290 m
Special features: Ideal choice for ambitious trail runners as well as beginners. Ideal for getting used to longer distances and alpine elevation gain. The ascent is more moderate, and the downhill is technically feasible.

Kaiserkrone Short Trail
Length approx. 8.3 km | Elevation approx. 490 m
Special features: Perfect beginner trail in picturesque countryside. Runs at medium altitude with moderate uphill and downhill sections. Passes by mountain huts serving food and drink. Ideal for gaining initial competition experience..

Kaiserkrone Kids Trail
Distances: 500 m, 1,000 m, 1,500 m (depending on age group)
Special features: Child-friendly route around the start and finish area in Scheffau.

Event location & registration
The start and finish are in the centre of Scheffau. All information about registration, announcements, route maps (including GPX download) and mandatory equipment can be found on the official event website:

www.kaiserkrone.run

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Trail running tip Sporthotel Ellmau

Trail Running "Tour de Tirol"

Another significant running event that partly passes through the Wilder Kaiser region.
Venue: Söll. Offers several running competitions over three days.

Special features: One highlight is the Kaisermarathon on Saturday, which finishes at the Hohe Salve and offers spectacular views. The competitions can be run individually or as an overall classification over all three days.


www.tourdetirol.com