North to South
From the harbor tip in Flensburg to the foot of the Zugspitze – the Race Across Germany North–South is the supreme discipline of the German ultracycling scene. Anyone who takes on this challenge embarks on a journey through the full diversity of Germany: from the rough Baltic Sea winds across the vast northern plains, into the foothills of the low mountain ranges such as the Harz, Hessian uplands, Rhön, and Franconia, until finally the Alps appear on the horizon. Every section tells its own story, every kilometer pushes body and mind to the limit. The finish in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, framed by mighty peaks, marks not only the end of the course but the completion of a truly unique journey across Germany.
The shorter variant starting in Eschwege – Bavaria Extrem – also leads through diverse landscapes, capturing the Bavarian experience in its entirety. Here, emotions and effort are condensed into nearly 550 kilometers: hop fields, rolling hills, and the vastness of Upper Bavaria, until the finish line at the edge of the Alps is reached. Crossing the line in Garmisch means more than a sporting achievement – it is the entry into a special community: the athletes who have conquered Germany from north to south. The finisher jersey therefore stands not just for a race, but for courage, passion, and the pride of having mastered one of the greatest challenges in German ultracycling.
Event
Flensburg-Garmisch
Eschwege-Garmisch
Schedule
Flensburg-Garmisch
Briefing
About four weeks before the start, all registered participants receive the written briefing by email. This contains all relevant information about the event's procedure, safety aspects, and organizational notes. It also specifies the exact location and time frame for accreditation. The final route as a GPX file will be announced approximately one week before the start.
Entry Fee
The entry fee depends on the category and the date of registration: The amount is clearly visible and transparent before completing the registration.
Accreditation
Accreditation and collection of race materials take place on the Thursday before the start. Each participant will receive their race number, GPS tracker, and final organizational instructions. Personal signature on the registration documents on-site is required for participation – all members of the support teams must also sign in person. Starting without completed accreditation is not possible.
Start
The first start takes place on 09.07.2027 at 07:00 o'clock. They start at most 2 solo rider(s) or one team every 120 seconds. The last start takes place at 16:58 o'clock.
Ultracycling-DM
On the Flensburg-Garmisch route, the German Ultracycling Championships in 2027 (Solo Supported and Solo Nonsupported) will be held. The German champion in each age group is the first finisher with nationality DE who meets the respective time limit.
Timestations
- 1. Lauenburg
- 2. Bilderlahe
- 3. Berka
- 4. Kitzingen
- 5. Mauren
- 6. Moorenweis
Baggagetransfer
For all participants in the nonsupported categories, luggage transport for change of clothes, shower items, and personal small items to the destination is offered. A small carry-on bag is allowed, which must be handed in directly before the start on Friday morning. The luggage may be a maximum of 40 × 30 × 15 cm in size and up to 4 kg in weight (please no valuables or bulky items). In case of race withdrawal, a return address should be attached – the luggage will then be sent back home free of charge after the GPS tracker is returned.
Nutrition
In principle, all participants and teams are responsible for their own catering. The route is chosen so that there are sufficient opportunities for self-supply along the way – for example, through supermarkets, bakeries, gas stations, or cemeteries with water points.
Finish
At the finish line, arrival is registered and there is a personal greeting by the organizer with a finisher photo. All starters who reach the finish line receive the official Race Across Germany finisher jersey as well as a medal. Finishers who reach the finish line within the time limits receive a digital certificate. Awards for the top finishers are given immediately after crossing the finish line, as soon as the placements within the categories are determined. All finisher times and course records are published live on the website.
Eschwege-Garmisch
Briefing
About four weeks before the start, all registered participants receive the written briefing by email. This contains all relevant information about the event's schedule, safety aspects, and organizational notes. It also specifies the exact location and time frame for accreditation. The final route as a GPX file will be announced approximately one week before the start.
Entry Fee
The entry fee depends on the category and the date of registration: The amount is clearly visible and transparent before completing the registration.
Accreditation
Accreditation and collection of race documents take place on Saturday Morning before the start. Each participant will receive their race number, GPS tracker, and last-minute organizational information. A personal signature on the registration documents on-site is required for participation – this also applies to all members of support teams. Without completed accreditation, participation in the event is not possible.
Start
The first start takes place on 10.07.2027 at 08:00 o'clock. They start at most 2 solo rider(s) or one team every 120 seconds. The last start takes place at 11:18 o'clock.
Timestations
- 1. Berka (Werra)
- 2. Kitzingen
- 3. Mauren
- 4. Moorenweis
Baggagetransfer
For all participants in the nonsupported categories, luggage transport for change of clothes, shower items, and personal small items to the destination is offered. A small carry-on bag is allowed, which must be handed in directly before the start on Saturday morning. The luggage may be a maximum of 40 × 30 × 15 cm in size and up to 4 kg in weight (please no valuables or bulky items). In case of race withdrawal, a return address should be attached – the luggage will then be sent back home free of charge after the GPS tracker is returned.
Nutrition
In general, all participants and teams are responsible for their own food and supplies. The route has been designed so that there are sufficient opportunities for self-supply along the way – for example, supermarkets, bakeries, gas stations, or cemeteries with water taps.
Finish
At the finish line, arrival registration takes place along with a personal greeting from the organizer and a finisher photo. All starters who reach the finish receive the official Bavaria Extreme finisher jersey as well as a medal. Finishers who complete the course within the time limits receive a digital certificate. Awards for the top finishers are presented immediately after crossing the finish line, once the rankings within the categories are determined. All finisher times and course records are published live on the website.
Timelimits
Flensburg-Garmisch
The following time limits must be met in order to be classified. The limits differ depending on the category.
Eschwege-Garmisch
The following time limits must be met in order to be classified. The limits differ depending on the category.
RAAM Qualification
Flensburg-Garmisch
The following times qualify for RAAM in the respective solo categories.