AUTRICHE · Salzburg
Why the Grossglockner OTT Belongs in the Database's Top 5 for Gradient Intensity (17.4% Average Uphill, 59.5m/km)
Distance
84 km
Date
Droit d’inscription
170 EUR
€ / km
€2.02
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Austria’s alpine showcase: glacier views, huge climbs, and a festival base in Zell am See/Kaprun.
Grossglockner Ultra-Trail OTT (Osttirol Trail) is an 84 km high-alpine trail race held on July 25, 2026, part of the Grossglockner Ultra-Trail weekend (July 24–27) based in Kaprun/Zell am See, Austria. The course starts at Enzingerboden (1,483m), crosses three mountain passes above 2,500m, traverses at least three snowfields, and passes 9 glaciers in the Hohe Tauern National Park, with high altitude maintained for over two-thirds of the route. Total gain: 5,000m (59.5 m/km). The 17.4% distance-weighted average uphill gradient places this race in the top 1–2% of the DTR database — between Mestia Ultra (14.81%) and the Olympus Ultra (19.23%). The biggest descent runs 17.3km dropping 1,791m — likely the longest sustained descent in the database. Entry costs €190 (~€2.26/km at current pricing). Salzburg (SZG) is approximately 81 minutes by road. Title-sponsored by The North Face and running since ~2015, with the 2025 edition cancelled mid-race due to severe weather. It suits technically experienced alpine runners who understand glaciated routes and the real risk of weather-forced cancellation.
Élévation et Terrain
Mètres totaux
5,000m
D+/KM
59.5m/km
Pour référence, le Tor des Géants 330 km a 73 D+/km.
Pente montante moyenne
17.4%
Pente descendante moyenne
-15.9%
Distribution du gradient de montée
| 2–5% | 5.1 km | |
|---|---|---|
| 5–10% | 6.3 km | |
| 10–15% | 4.8 km | |
| 15–20% | 3.9 km | |
| 20%+ | 10 km |
Profil de parcours
AnalysedDétail du terrain
| 36.4% | Montée |
|---|---|
| 18.5% | Plat |
| 45.1% | Descente |
Terrain
Ascensions
Principales montées
| 1 | 7.5 km · 907 m gain starts km 23 · avg 12.1% · max 111.5% |
|---|---|
| 2 | 6 km · 826 m gain starts km 0 · avg 13.8% · max 71.9% |
| 3 | 4.1 km · 726 m gain starts km 32 · avg 17.8% · max 51.1% |
Principales descentes
| 1 | 17.3 km · 1791 m drop starts km 50 · avg -10.3% · max -88.3% |
|---|---|
| 2 | 3.8 km · 583 m drop starts km 8 · avg -15.5% · max -82.4% |
| 3 | 3.1 km · 549 m drop starts km 80 · avg -18% · max -66.6% |
Why the Grossglockner OTT Belongs in the Database's Top 5 for Gradient Intensity (17.4% Average Uphill, 59.5m/km)
Course Profile — 9 Glaciers, 3 Snowfields, Three Passes Above 2,500m, and a 17km Descent▼
Q: What is the difference between the OTT and the GGUT at Grossglockner Ultra-Trail? A: The OTT (Osttirol Trail) is 84km with 5,000m gain; the GGUT (Grossglockner Ultra-Trail) is 110km and is the flagship distance. The GGT at 57km is the shorter option. All three distances start from the same race base in Kaprun/Zell am See and share the same North Face-sponsored festival infrastructure.
The 2025 Cancellation: What the Weather Stop Tells You About High-Alpine Risk▼
Q: How much does it cost to enter the Grossglockner OTT 84km? A: €190 from June 1, 2026 (the €170 early-bird window has closed). Registration closes July 23, 2026 — there is no late registration. No additional fees on the Datasport platform are flagged.
Getting There: Salzburg, Zell am See, and the North Face Festival at the Race Base▼
Q: When does the 2026 Grossglockner OTT 84km take place? A: The race weekend runs July 24–27, 2026. The OTT 84km starts on July 25. Based at Kaprun/Zell am See in Austria.
OTT 84km vs GGUT 110km: Which Grossglockner Distance Should You Run?▼
Q: Which airport should I use for the Grossglockner Ultra-Trail? A: Salzburg (SZG) is the primary option at approximately 81 minutes by road. Munich (MUC) and Innsbruck (INN) are also viable at 90–120 minutes. Public transport is excellent — train to Zell am See with a bus connection to Kaprun. Accommodation in the Zell am See/Kaprun area books quickly in peak July season.
Logistique
Aéroport le plus proche
Salzburg (SZG) / Munich (MUC) / Innsbruck (INN)
Notes
Start: ~1.5–2.5 hrs to Kaprun/Zell am See / Public transport: very good (train to Zell am See + bus) / Accommodation: strong in Zell am See/Kaprun; book early (summer)
