Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva.
Rund um den Traunstein, the opening race of the Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva, starts near the Traunstein trailhead outside Gmunden and climbs twice in succession past Schönberg to its high point, before a long technical descent past the Laudachsee down to the Hoisn. Nearly all 850 metres of climbing over the 13 kilometres come in the first half.
No date has been announced for the next edition yet. The course, elevation and route profile are from the most recent edition.
Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The Traunstein is Gmunden's local mountain, and the point-to-point course around it has a clear shape: two waves of climbing, then one long descent. A short sharp kick right off the start gives way at kilometre 0.5 to the first Category 2 climb, roughly a kilometre and a half long, followed by a brief breather before the second and longer Category 2 climb begins at kilometre 3.8 and runs for 2.2 kilometres. Together they carry you from 459 metres at the start to the course's high point near 1,061 metres, on well-built forest roads and hiking trails past Schönberg, with views out over the Traunsee.
A third, shorter ramp around kilometre 6.9 to 7.7 is the last climbing of the day. After it, the course tips decisively downhill: more than 40 percent of the distance is steep descent, well above the share that's steep ascent. The trail drops past the Laudachsee to the finish at the Hoisn, and the net elevation actually ends slightly below where it started. Runners who manage the climbs well but fade on the long technical final descent give back more than they gained going up.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 0 | 0.3 km | 12.1 % | 25.9 % | +39 m | — |
| km 0.5 | 1.6 km | 26.8 % | 56.4 % | +421 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 3.8 | 2.2 km | 16.6 % | 37.4 % | +365 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 6.9 | 0.8 km | 3.3 % | 6.8 % | +26 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 Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva.
Start under control
The main pacing trap on Rund um den Traunstein isn't the first climb, it's the second: push too hard on the sharp opener and the first Category 2 climb, and there's nothing left in the legs for the longer, second Category 2 climb from kilometre 3.8, the one that actually takes you to the course's high point.
Hold your rhythm
The race, though, is decided afterwards. With more than 40 percent steep descent against roughly 25 percent steep ascent, the long technical final descent past the Laudachsee is the toughest and most decisive stretch.
Spend what is left
Save your quads for that section instead of spending them on the way up, and you gain more places there than on any climb. After the third, short ramp around kilometre 6.9 to 7.7, keep climbing under control; then commit fully on the long descent to the finish.
Training plan for Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva: 12-week build
Build the base
For most recreational runners, Rund um den Traunstein takes somewhere between ninety minutes and two and a half hours, depending on running pace and how confidently you move over technical ground. The demand isn't one steady aerobic effort: it alternates between two intense climbing phases in the first half and a long, muscularly demanding descent in the second.
Train race pace
The two Category 2 climbs starting at kilometre 0.5 and 3.8 repeatedly ask for strength near threshold, while the technical final descent shifts the load toward eccentric leg strength and footwork on uneven ground rather than cardiovascular output. The race-deciding phases fall into two groups accordingly: the double load of the early climbs requires pacing your strength across two climbing blocks instead of one sustained push, and the long descent past the Laudachsee demands focused, technical downhill running on tired legs.
Rehearse the course
Prepare accordingly. Build repeated hill efforts into your running that come in two blocks rather than one continuous climb, mirroring the structure of the first half.
Arrive fresh
Add dedicated downhill running on technical, rooty or rocky ground, ideally at the end of a longer run, when your legs are already fatigued, since that's exactly what awaits here after the two climbs. Eccentric strength work for the quadriceps helps you handle the long descent without breaking down.
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Everything about Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva.
How long is Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva?
Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva is 13 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 Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva have?
Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva has around 850 m of elevation gain over 13 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva?
Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva is classified as Mountainous, averaging 70.9 vertical metres per kilometre. 4% of the route is flat, 16% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 25% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva have?
The hardest climb of Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva starts at kilometre 0.5, runs for 1.6 km at an average of 26.8% and gains 421 metres. Cycling-convention rating: Cat. 2. 4 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva a loop course?
No, Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva is a point-to-point course: start and finish are in different places.
Is there a GPX file for the Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva course?
Yes. The Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva 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 Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva?
Preparation for Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva should account for 13 km, 850 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 Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva?
The pacing strategy for Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva should reflect 13 km, 850 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 Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva next take place?
No date has been announced for the next edition yet. The most recent one was held on September 30, 2026.
Where does Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva take place?
Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva takes place in Gmunden, Austria.
Which distances does Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva offer?
Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva offers 8 distances — 1. Rennen – Rund um den Traunstein (May): 13 km; 2. Rennen – Berglauf Richtberg (June): 5 km; 3. Rennen TTCup (July): 6.5 km; Sprint TTCup (July): 0.26 km; 4. Rennen TTCup (August): 1.9 km; 5. Rennen TTCup (September): 8.3 km and 2 more.
How do I register for Traunsee Trailrunning Cup by La Sportiva?
Registration runs through the organiser: trailrunningcup.at. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
