Ultra Running Hub Kirchzarten, Germany · Saturday, September 19, 2026
Fixed Distance 50 mi
Black Forest Ultra Trail Run 76
Race completed
76 km Distance
3,670 m Climbing
9.3 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 48 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Time limit 16 hours
12:38 min/km average. Comfortable. Room to walk the climbs and stop at aid. More forgiving than 70% of 50 mi races. Measured against 477 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Typical conditions, September
Daytime high 18°C
Night low 8°C
Rainfall Showers likely
Daylight 12 h 26 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 702 m. Not a forecast.
Course notes
- terrain This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 76 km of trail with 3,670 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 48 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 76 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 3,670 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 16 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Black Forest Ultra Trail Run 76 was a 76 km trail race in Kirchzarten, Germany, held on September 19, 2026. This 50-mile race presented 3670 meters of elevation gain, equating to 48.3 meters of climb per kilometer.
With a 16-hour time limit, the cut-off pace was 12.6 minutes per kilometer. This was a more generous cut-off than 70% of 50-mile races, offering more time on the course than 30% of its peers. The entry fee for this demanding course was 110 EUR.
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