Monte Loi Trail Run.
One lap of the Loiberg is the shortest way to run the Monte Loi Trail Run. Over 4.6 km the course drops away first and then climbs for a long stretch, which turns a short race into a test of how hard you can run for a good half hour without fading on the hill.
Monte Loi Trail Run 2027: Course, Route Profile & Map
The Monte Loi Trail Run takes place on the Loiberg near Breitenfeld an der Rittschein, in 2027 for the second time. There is one loop, and you decide at registration how often to run it. Choose a single lap and you see every section exactly once.
The first few hundred metres are almost level, then the course falls about 60 m to the lowest point of the lap at around km 1.4. The counterpart follows immediately: from km 1.6 the longest climb wins almost all of it back over 1.35 km. It averages a moderate 4.6 percent, with a brief spell near 13 percent in its middle section.
After that the course stays high and turns rolling. A second, much shorter rise leads to the highest point, from where the lap runs gently downhill back to where it began. The total comes to just under 90 m of climbing, while the organiser reckons on about 100. Only around a sixth of the lap is flat.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 1.6 | 1.4 km | 4.6 % | 12.7 % | +62 m | — |
| km 3.6 | 0.4 km | 3.4 % | 5.2 % | +13 m | — |
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 Monte Loi Trail Run.
Start under control
Over a single lap there is no reason to save anything, but there is a clear order of business. The descent arrives before your heart rate has settled, and it hands you speed almost for free. Run it quick and relaxed without forcing it: the seconds you squeeze out there are small next to what they cost you afterwards.
Hold your rhythm
The race is decided between km 1.6 and km 3. That is eight to twelve minutes, too short for any recovery to repair an overcooked start. Enter the climb just below threshold, work cleanly through the steep middle and lift the effort only once the gradient eases.
Spend what is left
The biggest trap is coasting at the top. After the climb the rolling section feels like a break, yet it is the fastest stretch for anyone with legs left. Push through the short rise after km 3.5; the last 500 m fall gently and belong to your finishing kick.
Training plan for Monte Loi Trail Run: 12-week build
Build the base
Expect to race for about 25 to 40 minutes. That is an effort around and just above threshold in which you never really recover, and the abrupt change from downhill to uphill drives your heart rate up within minutes. An aerobic base matters, but at this length the deciding factor is how hard you can hold on.
Train race pace
The key session is hill intervals of three to six minutes on a slope that resembles the Loiberg climb: moderately steep with a steeper spot in the middle. Run them by feel close to your 5K effort and build towards about 20 minutes of hard uphill work per session. The last repetition should be the strongest.
Rehearse the course
Just as important is the transition, because the race demands it after barely a kilometre. In training, link a quick downhill stretch straight into a climb: your quads have just been braking and must immediately start pushing. Any hill of about 60 m will do, and two to four rounds already make it a serious session.
Arrive fresh
The 17 April date places your build in January to March. Eight weeks of focused work are enough for this distance if you already run regularly. In the final week keep things short and fast so you reach the start line fresh.
Courses
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Everything about Monte Loi Trail Run.
How long is Monte Loi Trail Run?
Monte Loi Trail Run is 4.6 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 Monte Loi Trail Run have?
Monte Loi Trail Run has around 88 m of elevation gain over 4.6 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Monte Loi Trail Run?
Monte Loi Trail Run is classified as Hilly, averaging 19.6 vertical metres per kilometre. 17% of the route is flat, 41% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 6% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Monte Loi Trail Run have?
The hardest climb of Monte Loi Trail Run starts at kilometre 1.6, runs for 1.4 km at an average of 4.6% and gains 62 metres. 2 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Monte Loi Trail Run a loop course?
Yes, Monte Loi Trail Run is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Monte Loi Trail Run course?
Yes. The Monte Loi Trail Run 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 Monte Loi Trail Run?
Preparation for Monte Loi Trail Run should account for 4.6 km, 88 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 Monte Loi Trail Run?
The pacing strategy for Monte Loi Trail Run should reflect 4.6 km, 88 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 Monte Loi Trail Run take place?
Monte Loi Trail Run takes place on April 17, 2027.
Where does Monte Loi Trail Run take place?
Monte Loi Trail Run takes place in Breitenfeld an der Rittschein, Austria.
Which distances does Monte Loi Trail Run offer?
Monte Loi Trail Run offers 5 distances — Monte Loi Trail Run – 1 Runde: 4.6 km; Monte Loi Trail Run – 2 Runden: 9.2 km; Monte Loi Trail Run – 3 Runden: 13.8 km; Monte Loi Trail Run – 4 Runden: 18.4 km; Monte Loi Trail Run – 5 Runden: 23 km.
How do I register for Monte Loi Trail Run?
Registration runs through the organiser: monteloi-trailrun.at. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
