Running
Karwendellauf 52 Km
52 km
2,021m
Start: Aug 27, 02:00 AM
95.00 EUR
Karwendelmarsch
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Walk in Austria, Scharnitz
Distances
Walking
Karwendelmarsch 52 Km
52 km
Start: Aug 27, 02:00 AM
95.00 EUR
Walking
Karwendelmarsch 35 Km
35 km
Start: Aug 27, 02:00 AM
95.00 EUR
About
The Karwendelmarsch is a 52 km hike through the Karwendel Nature Park combining sustainable tourism with mountain awareness. The 35 km option offers a shorter alpine experience, with both routes featuring mountain huts, alpine meadows, and glacier views.
Catering & aid stations
Food & beverage at refreshment stations (menu) — organic mid-run snacks by “Bio vom Berg” at multiple course refuel points.
Pacers
Pacemaker / Pacers are featured for the running categories. On race day there are target times per Startwelle displayed at the event (e.g., Karwendellauf 52 Km, Karwendelmarsch 35 Km, Karwendelmarsch 52 Km). Pacers carry pacer flags to help participants maintain target pacing.
Results
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Typical weather in Scharnitz
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan0°-9°
↑ 07:59
↓ 16:51
Feb2°-7°
↑ 07:23
↓ 17:38
Mar6°-4°
↑ 06:29
↓ 18:21
Apr9°-1°
↑ 06:27
↓ 20:05
May14°4°
↑ 05:40
↓ 20:46
Jun18°8°
↑ 05:19
↓ 21:15
Jul20°10°
↑ 05:35
↓ 21:09
Aug20°10°
↑ 06:13
↓ 20:29
Sep16°6°
↑ 06:54
↓ 19:29
Oct12°2°
↑ 07:35
↓ 18:29
Nov6°-3°
↑ 07:21
↓ 16:41
Dec1°-8°
↑ 07:57
↓ 16:26
Route maps
What's included in entry
- personalized number (only for pre-registered participants)
- with integrated UHF-Chip for time recording
- including mountain rescue insurance
- Catering (food & beverage) at the refreshmentstations(menu)
- Finisher Package and a starter present
- Karwendelmarsch medal
- free Karwendelmarsch Certificate online (for printing out)
- free transport of luggage from the start in Scharnitz to Pertisau
Prices & signup
- Karwendellauf 52 Km95.00 EUR
- Karwendelmarsch 52 Km95.00 EUR
- Karwendelmarsch 35 Km95.00 EUR
FAQ
TOURISMUSVERBAND Achensee u. mitges. ARGE karwendelmarsch
+43 (59) 53 00 – 0 info@karwendelmarsch.info
In 2026, the entry fee, including mountain rescue insurance, will be €95. What are the methods of payment for the entry fee?
Sepa direct debit (participants from GER and AUT only) Credit card EUR (Visa/Master) Credit card CHF (Visa/Master) Credit card GBP (Visa/Master) PayPal (EUR) Bank transfer (to European account) Bank transfer (to Swiss account) Swiss PostFinance What information is required for a group registration for the persons to be registered?
The Karwendelmarsch is a 52-kilometre race through the Karwendel mountains with an elevation gain of 2,300 metres, leading over forest roads and mountain trails. The first few kilometres climb steadily, then after 18 km you will reach the Karwendelhaus at an elevation of 1,771 metres. The route descends to the Kleine Ahornboden, where you arrive after ca. 25 km. To reach the Eng, the finishing point of the 35 km route, you walk or run past the Falkenhütte (1,848 m) and the Hohljoch. If you decide to tackle the full distance of the Karwendelmarsch, you will complete the remaining 12 kilometres of the route via the Binsalm (1,502 m) and the Gramai Hochleger (1,756 m). As you descend, you come across two refreshment stations (Gramai and Falzthurn), and you can enjoy post-race snacks at the finishing point in Pertisau. Click on the following link to view the elevation profile and more information: https://www.karwendelmarsch.info/en/route/ Can I register for 52 km and finish after 35 km?
If you do not complete the full distance of the Karwendelmarsch 52 km and finish at the Eng, you will automatically be transferred to the 35 km results list. If you are registered for the 35 km Karwendelmarsch and decide during the event to do the 52 km instead, you will automatically be transferred to the 52 km results list afterwards. The Karwendelmarsch running category is only to be completed over 52 km. If you finish the course earlier, you will be disqualified. No changes are possible. Please note: Transport of clothes is only available between Scharnitz and Pertisau! Every finisher will receive a medal and a finisher pack! Why are there time limits? For safety reasons, time limits were introduced. All participants must have passed the Karwendelhaus by 11.30 (35 & 52 km) and the second mat at the Eng control station (Großer Ahornboden) by 14.00 (52 km) at the latest. Passing the rest of the course later than this is out of competition (without start number) and outside the official event times. Participants are responsible for any return transfer costs. Please note that the refreshment stations, first aid posts and emergency services will be withdrawn from the course with the final runner from 14.00. The organizer reserves the right to withdraw any participant who appears unable to complete the course within the time limit or reach the finish line Eng. Such runners will be approached by the mountain rescue team/last runner/course marshals and instructed to end the race. Finish in Eng (35km) is at 17.00; finish in Pertisau am Achensee (52km) is at 20.00. Is there a transport of clothes to the Eng available?
If you did not manage to get a place in the Karwendelmarsch, check out the transfer platform on our website. Each year, the platform is open until a certain date, after that transfers will no longer be possible. Is it possible to transfer the starting place to the following year?
The starting place is only valid for the year purchased. It is not possible to take it with you. My details on the finisher list are not correct. Can I have them changed?
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:30:45 AM
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