Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany · Saturday, April 17, 2027

Fixed Distance 50 mi

Freiburg Trailrun Kandel Ultratrail K62

158 days away

62 km Distance

2,100 m Climbing

6.3 Grit · Hardcore

47.9961° N, 7.8494° E © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 34 m / km Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.

Time limit 11 hours 10:39 min/km average. Firm. Sustained running. Long aid-station stops will cost you. About average for a 50 mi. Measured against 487 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →

Typical conditions, April

Daytime high 13°C

Night low 2°C

Rainfall Mostly dry

Daylight 13 h 42 m of light

Regional 2001-2025 average for April — NASA POWER, grid elevation 702 m. Not a forecast.

Course notes

terrain This is a rolling 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 62 km of trail with 2,100 m of ascent.

Trail Running Shoes 34 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 2,100 m of ascent to walk up.
GPS Watches Battery life first — a 62 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.

Brooks

Catamount 3

RunRepeat found the Brooks Catamount 3 to have a cozier upper that enhances the overall fit, though breathability and durability could be better. iRunFar noted…

★★★★★ 4.5

Salomon

Sense Ride 5

RunRepeat found the Salomon Sense Ride 5 to have immaculate lockdown and a smooth and stable ride, making it confident on moderate trails and steep downhills. I…

★★★★★ 4.5

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