Riesenbeck, Germany · Sunday, February 21, 2027
Fixed Distance 50 mi
39 Meilen Teuto Challenge
153 days away
62.4 km Distance
1,600 m Climbing
5.5 Grit · Challenging
What the course asks
Climbing rate 26 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Time limit 11 hours
10:35 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 50 mi. Measured against 461 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
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 62 km of trail with 1,600 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 26 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 62 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 1,600 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 62 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
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