Ultra Running Hub Nideggen, Germany · Saturday, April 18, 2026
Rureifel-Trail 77
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (77km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, April
Regional 2001-2020 average for April — NASA POWER, grid elevation 424 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 77km | 194 | Felix Weber · 06:21:37 | Saskia Blatt · 09:23:36 |
| 2025 | 67.5km | 158 | Aron Verhaeghe · 05:51:04 | Joanna Tallmann · 06:24:38 |
| 2024 | 49km | 131 | Tim Dally · 04:12:15 | Na Li · 05:21:50 |
The field grew 23% between 2025 (158) and 2026 (194). 14% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (77km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 77 km of trail with 2,860 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 37 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 77 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 2,860 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 14 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Rureifel-Trail 77 in Nideggen, Germany, covers 77 kilometers with 2860 meters of elevation gain, averaging 37.1 meters of climb per kilometer. This makes it a challenging trail race, with more ascent per kilometer than many other 50-mile events.
With a 14-hour time limit, runners must maintain a pace tighter than 57% of comparable 50-mile races, at 10.9 minutes per kilometer. The field size is larger than 89% of its 50-mile peer group, with 194 finishers at the latest edition.
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.