Name: FichtelUltra 2026
Start: 2026-10-17T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-17T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Trails im Fichtelgebirge

FichtelUltra

About FichtelUltra

FichtelUltra is a trail running project in the Upper Franconian Fichtelgebirge, which originated from a friendship and brings together runners who love being outdoors, big dreams, and long distances. The organizers have been organizing fun runs on trails in the Fichtelgebirge since 2024, combined with their own FKT attempts like the 12-summit tour. The next edition is scheduled for October 17, 2026, as a Save the Date.

Dates 17 Oct — 17 Oct 2026

Venue Bischofsgrün (09479)

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Edition 2026

FichtelUltra — edition 2026

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The next edition of FichtelUltra is announced for Saturday, October 17, 2026, as a "Save the Date" — the third iteration of the trail running initiative in the Fichtelgebirge. Detailed information on distance, route, entry fee, and registration conditions will be announced by the organizer in the course of 2026 on fichtelultra.de and Instagram (@fichtelultra).

FichtelUltra '26 will be the third edition of the private trail running project in the Upper Franconian Fichtelgebirge. The first two editions (Fun Run 2024 and Fun Run 2 in 2025) established the format of a manageable trail run with a community character and family support.

As of Spring 2026, only the date is confirmed on the official page — the distance, exact route, start and finish points, as well as the number of participants, will be published by the organizer in the summer of 2026. Those who wish to participate should follow the blog and the Instagram account and inquire early.

Highlights FichtelUltra 2026

Save-the-Date October 17, 2026, third edition, trail running in the Fichtelgebirge, private fun run character, community spirit.

Programme FichtelUltra 2026

Announced: Saturday, October 17, 2026

FichtelUltra '26 — Save the Date published on fichtelultra.de
3rd edition of the trail running initiative
Route and distance will be published during 2026

What we know from previous years

FichtelUltra Fun Run 2024 — first edition as a private initiative
FichtelUltra Fun Run 2 (2025) — over 40 participants, perfect autumn weather, community spirit, family support
Accompanying projects: 12-summit tour (12GT) with FKT attempt under 6 hours

Follow updates

Latest updates on fichtelultra.de, Instagram @fichtelultra, and in the Strava club.

Prices FichtelUltra 2026

Entry fee and participation conditions will be published by the organizer during 2026. Registration via the official website and Instagram.

Practical information

Practical information — FichtelUltra

Getting there

You can reach the Fichtelgebirge by car via the A93 (Marktredwitz, Selb) or the A9 (Bayreuth). Most trails start around Bischofsgrün, Fichtelberg, Warmensteinach, or Weißenstadt.

Registration

Via the website fichtelultra.de or Instagram @fichtelultra. Detailed information on the 2026 edition (distance, route, registration conditions) will be published by the organizer in good time.

Character

Fun run with a community character, not a large commercial event. Family support is possible.

Born out of friendship

FichtelUltra is not a classic commercial festival, but a private trail running initiative in the Fichtelgebirge — the Upper Franconian low mountain range between Bayreuth, Marktredwitz, and the Czech border. On the website, the organizers describe their project as "trail running out of friendship, inspired by the Fichtelgebirge, bringing together people who love being outdoors, dream big, and run far".

Previous Editions

2024 — Fun Run: first edition, "our idea becomes reality"
2025 — Fun Run 2: over 40 participants on an intensive trail run in the Fichtelgebirge with community spirit, perfect autumn weather, and family support
FKT Attempts: In parallel, the organizers are pursuing their own projects, such as the 12-summit tour (12GT) with a sub-6-hour goal
UTMB Support 2023: The team was active as crew in a 170 km trail race in the Alps

The Fichtelgebirge as a Playground

The Fichtelgebirge is one of the highest low mountain ranges in Bavaria — with the Schneeberg (1051 m) as its highest point — and offers an unusually dense trail infrastructure. Hiking trails, forest paths, technical trail sections, and alpine altitude meters make the region an ideal training environment for ultra distances. The landscape is characterized by spruce forests, granite rocks, and unique viewpoints such as the Ochsenkopf, Nußhardt, and Hohen Matzen.

Character of the Event

FichtelUltra deliberately avoids mass starts, focusing instead on a fun run character with manageable participant numbers, a sense of community, and family support. Those who want to participate should get in touch via the website or Instagram (@fichtelultra).