Zugspitz Ultratrail by UTMB

Races similar to Zugspitz Ultratrail by UTMB

Zugspitz Ultratrail by UTMBUltra TrailElite164kmD+ 8,302mBavaria

Zugspitz Ultratrail by UTMB is a elite ultra trail race with up to 164km and 8,302m of elevation gain. We've analyzed 10 races using 7 similarity metrics — terrain type, difficulty, distance, elevation, location, season and tags — to find the best alternatives. The closest match is UTMB Mont-Blanc with a 73% similarity score.

Our recommendation

If you're looking for the most similar experience to Zugspitz Ultratrail by UTMB, we recommend UTMB Mont-Blanc as the top match. For the closest distance match, check out UltraMediterrània (174km).

Similarity ranking

The 10 most similar races to Zugspitz Ultratrail by UTMB, ranked by overall affinity.

1
UTMB Mont-Blanc

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

73%
Ultra TrailElite174kmD+ 10,000m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 174km (comparable)
Location366km apart
SeasonJune vs August
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2
UltraMediterrània

Alcoy, Alicante · Valencian Community

71%
Ultra TrailElite162kmD+ 8,050m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 162km (very similar)
Location1353km apart
SeasonJune vs January
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3
Grand Raid des Pyrénées

Vielle-Aure · Occitania

69%
Ultra TrailElite160kmD+ 10,000m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 160km (very similar)
Location989km apart
SeasonJune vs August
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4
Grand Raid des Cathares

Carcassonne · Occitania

69%
Ultra TrailElite161kmD+ 7,000m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 161km (very similar)
Location832km apart
SeasonJune vs October
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6
HOKA Val d'Aran by UTMB

Vielha · Catalonia

67%
MountainElite163kmD+ 10,000m
Why are they similar?
TerrainUltra Trail vs Mountain
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 163km (very similar)
Location967km apart
SeasonJune vs July
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7
Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB

Niza · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

66%
Ultra TrailAdvanced168kmD+ 9,000m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultyElite vs Advanced
Distance164km vs 168km (very similar)
Location515km apart
SeasonJune vs September
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8
Ultra Tour des 4 Massifs

Grenoble · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

65%
MountainElite176kmD+ 11,590m
Why are they similar?
TerrainUltra Trail vs Mountain
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 176km (comparable)
Location485km apart
SeasonJune vs July
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9
L'Échappée Belle

Vizille · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

64%
MountainElite152kmD+ 11,390m
Why are they similar?
TerrainUltra Trail vs Mountain
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 152km (comparable)
Location489km apart
SeasonJune vs August
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10
Transgrancanaria

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria · Canary Islands

63%
Ultra TrailElite128kmD+ 7,500m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite
Distance164km vs 128km (different range)
Location3145km apart
SeasonJune vs February
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Frequently asked questions

How is race similarity calculated?
We use an algorithm with 7 weighted metrics: terrain affinity (25%), difficulty (20%), max distance (15%), shared tags (15%), elevation gain (10%), geographical proximity (10%) and season (5%). Each metric produces a 0-1 score that is weighted to obtain the final percentage.
What is this page for?
If you already know a race and enjoyed it, here you'll find others with similar characteristics. It's ideal for planning your race calendar or finding alternatives if your favourite race is sold out.
Is the Pack 360 the same for similar races?
Races with high similarity often share equipment needs, but each has its own specific requirements for mandatory gear, accommodation and logistics. Check each race's Pack 360 to be fully prepared.

Distances among these 10 alternatives range from 128km to 176km. 7 share its terrain type. 9 match its difficulty level. 2 fall in a similar season.