Ultra Running Hub Hörstel, Germany · Saturday, March 13, 2027
Dortmund-Ems-Kanal Ultra
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (47km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, March
Regional 2001-2020 average for March — NASA POWER, grid elevation 38 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 47km | 9 | Klaus Hirle · 04:26:37 | — |
| 2025 | 47km | 3 | Sebastian Krampe · 04:54:56 | — |
The field grew 200% between 2025 (3) and 2026 (9). 0% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (47km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Course notes
- terrain This is a fast & flat course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 47 km of trail with 190 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 47 km of trail — cushioning that is still there in the last quarter.
- Race Nutrition 47 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Flask capacity for 47 km, without the bounce.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 47 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Overview
The Dortmund-Ems-Kanal Ultra is a 47-kilometer road race in Hörstel, Germany, scheduled for March 13, 2027. With 190 meters of elevation gain, the course averages 4 meters of climb per kilometer.
The time limit of 8 hours is tighter than 74% of 50k cut-offs, allowing for a pace of 10.2 minutes per kilometer. The field size is smaller than 85% of 50k races, with 9 finishers in 2026. This will be the third edition of the race, which began in 2025. There is no set entry fee, as the organiser, LG Lotte/Halen, accepts voluntary donations.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.