Austria · Tyrol
Distance
56 km
Date
Entry fee
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€ / km
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How Technical Is the Kaiserkrone Trail 56km? (Wet Limestone, Exposed Ridges, and the Wilder Kaiser Massif)
Kaiserkrone Trail 56.1 km is a loop trail race held on June 27, 2026, circumnavigating the Wilder Kaiser limestone massif in Tyrol, Austria. The course covers 56.1 km with 3,640 m of gain (65 m/km), tracing technical Alpine singletrack through the Kaisergebirge, passing the Stripsenjochhaus hut at 1,575 m and the Hintersteinersee lake, and reaching a high point of 1,704 m on jagged, exposed limestone ridges.
Kaiserkrone Trail entry costs €99 from May 2026 — €1.76 per kilometre. Innsbruck (INN), Salzburg (SZG), and Munich (MUC) are all within 71 minutes to two hours by road. Racing since 2021 (originally 2017; COVID-era pause), the race has grown from 88 finishers in 2024 to 107 in 2025 (+22%). Both the Ultra 56k and Skyrace carry UTMB Index status. June is the wettest month at Wilder Kaiser — 60% daily rain probability and slippery limestone underfoot. Slots available for 2026. Suits technically confident Alpine runners comfortable on exposed, wet limestone seeking a UTMB qualifier within reach of three central European airports.
Elevation and Terrain
Total Meters
3,930m
D+/KM
70.1m/km
For context, the Tor des Géants 330 loop has 73 D+/km.
Avg Uphill Gradient
15.5%
Avg Downhill Gradient
-16.3%
Uphill gradient distribution
| 2–5% | 9.2 km | |
|---|---|---|
| 5–10% | 14.3 km | |
| 10–15% | 15.7 km | |
| 15–20% | 9.8 km | |
| 20%+ | 16.1 km |
Route Profile
AnalysedTerrain breakdown
| 46.6% | Uphill |
|---|---|
| 9.2% | Flat |
| 44.2% | Downhill |
Terrain
"Kaiserkrone Trail " – 56.1 km 56km Top Climbs
Top Climbs
| 1 | 3.8 km · 1,095 m gain starts km 33 · avg 29.2% · max 92.6% |
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| 2 | 2.3 km · 760 m gain starts km 45 · avg 32.5% · max 142.7% |
| 3 | 3.8 km · 721 m gain starts km 101 · avg 19.2% · max 48.0% |
Top descents
| 1 | 6.4 km · 1,314 m drop starts km 47 · avg -20.5% · max -102.7% |
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| 2 | 4.5 km · 1,172 m drop starts km 37 · avg -26.2% · max -79.9% |
| 3 | 5.9 km · 874 m drop starts km 15 · avg -15.0% · max -63.6% |
Is the Kaiserkrone Trail a UTMB Qualifier?
Is the Kaiserkrone Trail a UTMB Qualifier?▼
Yes — both the Kaiserkrone Ultra 56k and the Kaiserkrone Skyrace carry UTMB Index status. Check kaiserkrone.run or the UTMB Index for current point values and qualifying details.
June Race Weekend in the Austrian Alps: Kaiserkrone Trail 56.1km Event Dates
When does the 2026 Kaiserkrone Trail take place?
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Race weekend is June 26–27, 2026, in Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser, Tyrol. The Ultra 56k runs on June 27. Start and finish are in the village centre at the Scheffau Dorf bus stop.
Kaiserkrone Trail 56km: Current Registration Status and Available Slots
Is the Kaiserkrone Trail 56km sold out for 2026?
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No — 76 slots remained as of February 2026, with no subsequent sell-out update. Check kaiserkrone.run or time2win.at for current availability.
Innsbruck, Salzburg, or Munich: Airport Options for the Kaiserkrone Trail 56km
Which airport should I use for the Kaiserkrone Trail?
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Innsbruck (INN) and Salzburg (SZG) are both approximately 71 minutes by road — the closest options. Munich (MUC) is around 1.5–2 hours. Public transport via train to Kufstein, then bus or taxi to Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser, is also viable.
How hard is the Kaiserkrone Trail 56km?
How hard is the Kaiserkrone Trail 56km?▼
Very hard. The course covers 56.1 km with approximately 3,640 m of gain (~65 m/km) on jagged, exposed limestone ridges in the Wilder Kaiser massif. June is the wettest month in the region (~60% daily rain probability), and wet limestone is extremely slippery. Tyrol tourism describes the route as requiring "sure-footedness and strong stamina."
"Kaiserkrone Trail " – 56.1 km 56km GPX
Getting to "Kaiserkrone Trail " – 56.1 km
Nearest airport
Innsbruck (INN) / Salzburg (SZG) / Munich (MUC)
Notes
Start: INN ~1 hr; SZG ~1 hr; MUC ~1.5–2 hrs / Public transport: Train to Kufstein + bus/taxi; car easier / Accommodation: Strong (Kaiser region)
