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Trail Alsace by UTMB 156K

156K·5,100m gain·Obernai, France
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Distance156K
Gain5,100m
Date15 May 2026
Difficulty5/5

About This Race

The flagship 156-kilometer ultra presents the ultimate test with 5100 meters of elevation gain across the Alsace region. This formidable challenge rewards finishers with four Running Stones and represents one of the most demanding experiences in the UTMB World Series network.

The flagship 156-kilometer ultra presents the ultimate test with 5100 meters of elevation gain across the Alsace region. This formidable challenge rewards finishers with four Running Stones and represents one of the most demanding experiences in the UTMB World Series network.

Elevation

5,100m(16,732 ft)

Elevation gain

Map showing Trail Alsace by UTMB 156K location

Detailed elevation profile coming soon

Notable Features

The race takes runners through a landscape rich with castles and vineyards, offering a distinctive cultural trail running experience in the historic Alsace region. As part of the UTMB World Series, finishers earn Running Stones that count toward qualification for the flagship UTMB races in Chamonix, making this both a destination race and a stepping stone in the global ultra-trail community.