2026_Rad-Marathon Tannheimer Tal_214 km

Description:

"The RAD-MARATHON leads over Oberjoch, Wertach, Kranzegg to Rettenberg and further to Immenstadt. From there the first bigger ascent leads to Gunzesried and the descent towards Bihlerdorf. Then over Hörnerdorf to Ofterschwang and Obermaiselstein to the Riedberg Pass," announces race director Michael Keller. There the highest pass in Germany is crossed. At 1,407 meters and a maximum gradient of 16 percent, it is the most difficult part of the route. "The Riedberg Pass is already a demanding section, as with a length of 8.7 kilometers and 620 meters of elevation gain it is tough. From Obermaiselstein the road is very steep and winding – a real mountain pass road. That makes it a real challenge," Keller knows. After that follows a long descent through Balderschwang into the Bregenzerwald. A tough climb after Müselbach, where the L200 is then reached. Followed by a short descent to Egg, where the route turns right in the town center and leads in rolling terrain towards Schwarzenberg. Then a moderate descent before the next ascent begins – so to speak into high mountains. "Overall 36 kilometers of continuous ascent from Bersbuch, with the final climb to the Hochtannberg Pass being over 13 kilometers and 900 meters vertical with a maximum of 14 percent. Here it becomes clear who has good fitness," says race director Keller. The route then leads downhill over Warth into the Lech Valley and from there with minimal gradient but often strong headwind to Weißenbach, where after 198 kilometers the Gaicht Pass poses the day's last hurdle. Before the finish in the Tannheimer Tal, the 4.4 km long pass road with 220 meters of elevation and an average gradient of 5% must be overcome. "The 214-kilometer route is really demanding but also scenically beautiful," confirm the former pro cyclists Marcel Wüst and Gerrit Glomser, who have been regular guests at the RAD-MARATHON for years.

Directions:

Start in the center of Tannheim via Grän, Tannheim, Zöblen, Schattwald across the STATE BORDER to Oberjoch and Unterjoch. On German territory, Wertach, Kranzegg, Rettenberg, Immenstadt and Altmummen (1st refreshment) are passed through. The detour into the scenic Gunzesried Valley then leads back out to Bihlerdorf and over Hüttenberg towards Ofterschwang, Bolsterlang to Obermaiselstein for the 2nd refreshment. Here begins Germany's highest mountain pass road with the Riedberg Pass at 1,407 meters. After the difficult descent, Balderschwang and the 3rd refreshment are reached. Then the STATE BORDER to Vorarlberg is crossed and the towns of the Bregenzerwald, Hittisau, Lingenau, Müselbach lead to Egg. A right turn to Schwarzenberg and further along the Bregenzer Ache river upstream through Mellau, Au (4th refreshment) and Schoppernau to the foot of the Schröcken Pass, which reaches an altitude of 1,676 meters above sea level. Then follows a fast descent to Warth for the 5th refreshment station. Further over the REGIONAL BORDER to Tyrol and on the B198 to Steeg, Holzgau, Schönau (6th refreshment), Bach, Elbigenalp, Häselgehr, Elmen, Stanzach to Weißenbach where the 7th refreshment station is reached. Then turn left onto the B199 over the Gaicht Pass, past Nesselwängle and the Haldensee back to Tannheim.
The route length is 214 kilometers and 3,500 meters of elevation are climbed.

Tip:
Each participant aged 18 years and older (of legal age) is eligible to start.
Participants aged 16 years can take part in the 138 km distance accompanied by parents or with the consent of a guardian. 
Participants aged 12 years can take part in the 103 / 66 km distance accompanied by parents or with the consent of a guardian. 
By paying the entry fee, the participant fully accepts all terms and conditions of the organizer. Participation is at your own risk! Furthermore, each participant agrees to exempt the organizers from any civil and criminal liability regarding personal and/or property damage caused by or sustained by the participant. 
The participant declares that he/she has trained sufficiently for the "Rad-Marathon Tannheimer Tal", is physically healthy, and that the health condition has been medically confirmed.
The organizer is entitled to shorten the route and change the time limit in case of bad weather or other unforeseen events.
In case of danger, cancellation or termination of the event by the authorities is also possible.
The organizers may remove participants from the competition who do not follow instructions.Safety guidelines:

It should be noted that road cycling can have an increased risk of accidents and injuries. Despite careful route planning, there is always an inherent risk. Route preparation through endurance sports, appropriate training and further education as well as personal caution reduces accident risk and hazards.

Equipment:

Road bike is recommended.
Wearing a helmet is mandatory.
LIGHT REQUIREMENT through the tunnels at the Riedberg Pass and in the Bregenzerwald (Vorarlberg).
Each participant must carry a spare tube.
Support vehicles are unwelcome – please also adhere to this!!
The traffic regulations apply. General valid and usual behavior rules.

Additional information:

Rad-Marathon Tannheimer Tal