GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon
Germany's Rennsteiglauf marathon runs point to point through the Thuringian Forest, with long climbs, forest paths, and a hard finish in Schmiedefeld.
GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon quick facts
- 42.2 km point-to-point marathon from Neuhaus am Rennweg to Schmiedefeld.
- Trail and forest-route profile with 769 m of climbing and 844 m of descent.
- 09:00 start, 18:00 finish closure, and a 33.4 km cutoff.
- Current results are handled through the event's Mika Timing results portal.
What is the GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon?
Rennsteiglauf is a German trail classic rather than a city marathon. The marathon starts in Neuhaus am Rennweg and finishes in Schmiedefeld, giving runners a point-to-point route across the Thuringian Forest with the bigger festival energy of the GutsMuths event.
GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon course route
The marathon covers 42.2 km from Neuhaus am Rennweg to Schmiedefeld. It climbs and drops through forest paths, villages, and the Rennsteig ridge, with the high point around Masserberg and a late climb into the finish area. It is a pacing and footing race, not a flat road marathon.
Weather for the GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon
Early May in the Thuringian Forest can be cool, damp, and changeable. Tree cover helps on sunny stretches, but wind, wet ground, and colder ridge sections can matter late in the race.
Past GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, May 9, 2026 | — | — |
GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon FAQ
When is the GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon?
The 2026 GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon is on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
How do I register for the GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon?
You can register for the GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf Marathon at rennsteiglauf.de.