Trail runningHard
Matterhorn Ultraks Trail "Vertical"
This course represents a thrilling challenge for super-fit runners: 2.3 km long, 655 vertical metres and some tricky terrain. A race for hardened athletes who nonetheless prefer to take care of their joints.
Details
Type
Trail running
Difficulty
Hard
Duration
25 min
Distance
2.5 km
Ascent
655 m
Descent
19 m
Lowest point
1620 m
Highest point
2288 m
This course represents a thrilling challenge for super-fit runners: 2.3 km long, 655 vertical metres and some tricky terrain. A race for hardened athletes who nonetheless prefer to take care of their joints.
Details
Type
Trail running
Difficulty
Hard
Duration
25 min
Distance
2.5 km
Ascent
655 m
Descent
19 m
Lowest point
1620 m
Highest point
2288 m
Description
The Matterhorn Ultraks Trail races have taken place every August since 2012. The routes are devised so that non-runners also enjoy an impressive spectacle and can cheer on the competitors.
The Vertical course leads from Zermatt up Sunnegga. Whoever reaches the summit is guaranteed a loud cheer!
- For spectators: exciting viewpoint at Sunnegga
- For spectators: the cable card leading to the finish line at the summit
- Option to help as a volunteer
Best season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Route
Start point
Zermatt (1,620 m)
End point
Sunnegga (2,288 m)
Rating
Condition
Technique
Experience
Landscape
Map
You can reach more detailed information for tour specifics by ©Outdooractive from the link placed below the map.
Properties
- Refreshment options
- Route tour
- Nice views
- Botanical highlights
- Cultural highlights
- Faunistic highlights