SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge takes place on Fri, Jun 25, 2027 in Breitenbrunn, Germany. The main route is 74 km.
- Date
- Fri, Jun 25, 2027
- Start
- Breitenbrunn 🇩🇪
- Distance
- 74 km
- Climbing
- 1,920 m
- Level
- Open to all
Your 38-week plan to SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge
The Base phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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The SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge is an annual multi-day trail running festival hosted at the Sportpark Rabenberg featuring various distances across scenic singletrack paths.
What this race demands
SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge demands sustained endurance and climbing strength to cover 74 kilometers and 1920 meters of elevation on singletrack paths.
Ultra Distance Endurance
Covering 74 kilometers requires robust muscular and aerobic endurance to sustain forward motion over many hours of continuous trail running.
Climbing Capacity
The course accumulates 1920 meters of elevation gain, demanding efficient climbing mechanics and leg strength to manage sustained ascents.
Singletrack Efficiency
Navigating singletrack paths requires consistent focus and agility to maintain pace on technical terrain.
A sustained effort of this duration requires consistent intake of 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour to maintain energy levels.
Estimated finish times
Estimates by level, not promises. Your own number depends on your fitness on the day.
Your road to race day
Race day at SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge is 38 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Base26 weeks · Oct 3, 2026 – Apr 2, 2027
Aerobic foundation: mostly steady endurance work that grows the aerobic engine and the durability the later phases stand on.
02Build6 weeks · Apr 3, 2027 – May 14, 2027
Progressive overload: training load climbs in waves, with harder weeks stacked on the base and planned recovery weeks that let the gains land.
03Peak3 weeks · May 15, 2027 – Jun 4, 2027
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
04Taper2 weeks · Jun 5, 2027 – Jun 18, 2027
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
05Race week1 week · Jun 19, 2027 – Jun 25, 2027
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge?
SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge takes place on Fri, Jun 25, 2027 in Breitenbrunn, Germany.
How long is SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge?
The main route is 74 km.
What does SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge demand?
SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge demands sustained endurance and climbing strength to cover 74 kilometers and 1920 meters of elevation on singletrack paths.
How much climbing does SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge have?
SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge has 1,920 m of climbing.
Who is SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge for?
SachsenTrail im Erzgebirge is open to all participants.
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