Rab GaPa Trail Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Home run in the legendary Olympic Ski Stadium
About Rab GaPa Trail
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Trail Running at the Foot of the Zugspitze
The Rab GaPa Trail is the major trail running event in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the Upper Bavarian district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria. The start and finish line is the legendary Olympic Ski Stadium, a traditional sports venue at the foot of the Zugspitze. The race explicitly sees itself as a "Heimatlauf" (home run) – deeply rooted in the Zugspitze region and simultaneously broadcast internationally.
Three Distances for All Levels
The event offers three main distances:
- Short Distance (approx. 10 km): ideal for beginners and recreational runners
- Medium Distance (approx. 20 km): for ambitious hobby athletes and experienced hikers
- Long Distance (approx. 26 km, 1,100 meters of elevation gain): for true mountain lovers and trail running enthusiasts
In addition, there is a dedicated children's race for first competitive experiences, as well as team competitions where the three fastest runners of a team are counted.
Route Through the Health Climate
The routes lead through the health-promoting surroundings of Garmisch-Partenkirchen: uphill and downhill, over stones and roots, through soft moss and with small natural obstacles. Along the route, regional refreshment stops with freshly baked bread, hearty snacks, and sweet delicacies invite participants to refuel.
An International Mountain Running Race
With over 2,000 participants from around 30 nations, the Rab GaPa Trail has established itself as a permanent fixture in alpine running. The starting places for the main races are regularly sold out early – proof of the great popularity of this mountain sports event in the Zugspitze region.
Rab GaPa Trail — edition 2026
The fourth edition of the Rab GaPa Trail will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the legendary Olympic Ski Stadium in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Over 2,000 trail runners from around 30 nations will compete over three distances: a short distance of about 10 km, a medium distance of around 20 km, and a challenging long distance of about 26 km with 1,100 meters of elevation gain. In addition, there is a Wertstoff-Bader children's race for the youngest athletes, as well as a team competition (3 to 5 participants, the three fastest count). Regional refreshment stops along the routes provide sustenance. Starting places for the main races were already allocated early.
Programme Rab GaPa Trail 2026
Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Short Distance: approx. 10 km – for beginners and recreational runners
- Medium Distance: approx. 20 km – for ambitious hobby athletes
- Long Distance: approx. 26 km / 1,100 hm – for mountain lovers
- Wertstoff-Bader Children's Race for the youngest participants
- Team Competition (3–5 participants)
- Regional refreshment stops along the route
Highlights Rab GaPa Trail 2026
- Start and finish in the legendary Olympic Ski Stadium
- Three distances for all skill levels
- Over 2,000 participants from around 30 nations
- Children's race and team competition
- Regional refreshment stops along the route
Prices Rab GaPa Trail 2026
Participation requires a paid registration. The main distances were sold out in 2026; current conditions and any remaining spots at gapatrail.de.
Practical information — Rab GaPa Trail
Getting There
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is located in the district of the same name in Upper Bavaria, accessible via the B2 / B23 roads and by train (Garmisch-Partenkirchen station). The Olympic Ski Stadium is signposted locally.
Participation
Participation requires a paid registration; the main distances are usually booked up early. There are sometimes remaining spots for the children's race and team competition.
Tip
Register early – the race is very popular. Current start times and route information at gapatrail.de.
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Where it takes place Rab GaPa Trail
Olympia-Skistadion Garmisch-Partenkirchen