Allgäu Panorama Marathon.
The Ultra at the Allgäu Panorama Marathon covers 69 kilometres and nearly 3,200 metres of climbing through the Allgäu Alps around Sonthofen. After a five-kilometre opening ascent, the course rolls along high paths before an extremely steep ramp averaging over 26 percent waits at kilometre 58; the decision falls late, and on tired legs.
Allgäu Panorama Marathon 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The Ultra is the flagship distance of the Allgäu Panorama Marathon: a 69.5-kilometre loop out of Sonthofen with around 3,100 metres of climbing through the Allgäu mountains. Eight counted climbs spread the difficulty across the day, and the course saves its hardest card for last.
The first test arrives early. From kilometre 3 the route climbs for 5.4 kilometres at close to 10 percent, gaining 529 metres in one push, followed by two short, steep ramps between kilometres 9 and 12 with pitches above 23 percent. After a calmer middle section, a short but vicious climb at kilometre 35 averages over 12 percent. Then comes the finale: 3.4 kilometres of climbing with 348 metres of gain at kilometre 49, and at kilometre 58 the steepest stretch of the entire race, 1.3 kilometres averaging 26 percent. Only after that does the course drop back towards Sonthofen.
Barely a tenth of the distance is flat, and nearly half of it runs on steep gradients up or down. The Allgäu Panorama Marathon celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2027.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 3.4 | 5.4 km | 9.9 % | 21.1 % | +529 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 9.1 | 1.3 km | 9.5 % | 23.3 % | +124 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 10.7 | 1.4 km | 11 % | 30.1 % | +157 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 25 | 1.9 km | 6.9 % | 13.6 % | +133 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 34.6 | 2.5 km | 12.2 % | 59.5 % | +309 m | Cat. 3 |
| km 49 | 3.4 km | 10.2 % | 29.3 % | +348 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 54.3 | 1.1 km | 14.4 % | 27.7 % | +159 m | Cat. 4 |
| km 58.4 | 1.3 km | 26.4 % | 38.8 % | +337 m | Cat. 2 |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Allgäu Panorama Marathon.
Start under control
The loop returns to start elevation, but with only ten percent flat there's barely any real recovery. The long climb right from kilometre 3 gains 529 metres over five kilometres, the biggest temptation on fresh legs, and the one you pay for most in the end.
Hold your rhythm
Take it at a calm baseline pace and run the rolling middle under control. The race, though, isn't decided until kilometre 58: a short wall averaging over 26 percent that still demands 337 metres after 58 kilometres.
Spend what is left
Whoever hasn't overspent by then runs away here. Watch the steep descents between the high paths too; they make up nearly a quarter of the course and quietly drain the quad strength you need for that final wall.
Training plan for Allgäu Panorama Marathon: 12-week build
Build the base
Depending on your level, plan for nine to thirteen hours of effort. The Ultra is an almost entirely aerobic affair: the race is won by managing resources, not by speed. With about 45 metres of vertical per kilometre and a quarter of the distance on steep uphill grades, you will hike a lot of it, so efficient power-hiking deserves as much training time as running.
Train race pace
The decisive section is the final third. The climb at kilometre 49 and the 26-percent ramp at kilometre 58 arrive when most of the 3,100 metres of climbing are already in your legs. Prepare for exactly that with long mountain sessions that put the hardest vertical at the end. The descents matter just as much: nearly a quarter of the course drops steeply, and quad durability ultimately decides whether you can still run the final kilometres into Sonthofen.
Rehearse the course
Practise downhill running on tired legs regularly. Build in long training days of four to six hours on comparable terrain to rehearse fuelling and hydration, because over nine-plus hours the stomach is often the limiter.
Arrive fresh
The race starts in early August, so add some heat exposure in the preceding weeks, for example by occasionally training through the midday warmth. General strength work for trunk and legs completes the preparation and protects you against fatigue-induced mistakes on the steep ground.
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Everything about Allgäu Panorama Marathon.
How long is Allgäu Panorama Marathon?
Allgäu Panorama Marathon is 69.5 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Allgäu Panorama Marathon have?
Allgäu Panorama Marathon has around 3,119 m of elevation gain over 69.5 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Allgäu Panorama Marathon?
Allgäu Panorama Marathon is classified as Mountainous, averaging 45.7 vertical metres per kilometre. 10% of the route is flat, 20% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 25% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Allgäu Panorama Marathon have?
The hardest climb of Allgäu Panorama Marathon starts at kilometre 3.4, runs for 5.4 km at an average of 9.9% and gains 529 metres. Cycling-convention rating: Cat. 2. 8 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Allgäu Panorama Marathon a loop course?
Yes, Allgäu Panorama Marathon is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Allgäu Panorama Marathon course?
Yes. The Allgäu Panorama Marathon course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Allgäu Panorama Marathon?
Preparation for Allgäu Panorama Marathon should account for 69.5 km, 3,119 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Allgäu Panorama Marathon?
The pacing strategy for Allgäu Panorama Marathon should reflect 69.5 km, 3,119 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Allgäu Panorama Marathon take place?
Allgäu Panorama Marathon takes place on August 8, 2027.
Where does Allgäu Panorama Marathon take place?
Allgäu Panorama Marathon takes place in Sonthofen, Germany.
Which distances does Allgäu Panorama Marathon offer?
Allgäu Panorama Marathon offers 6 distances — Ultra: 69.5 km; Marathon: 42.2 km; Hörnerlauf: 18 km; Halbmarathon: 21.1 km; rennergy 5k: 5 km; Halbmarathon reverse: 21.1 km.
How do I register for Allgäu Panorama Marathon?
Registration runs through the organiser: allgaeu-panorama-marathon.de. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
