Wildstrubel by UTMB 2022: Route, live tracking & how to enter |

Wildstrubel by UTMB, first run in 2022, is billed as an extraordinary trail race through Switzerland’s northern Alps. Set between the Swiss cantons of Valais and Bern, runners will race in the Wildstrubel massif and Crans-Montana as UTMB continues to expand its stable of events.

Featuring three main races over a four-day programme, organisers are enticing entrants with “perfectly manicured mountain pastures, breathtaking views of the Valais’ 4,000m peaks, and the striking landscapes of the Oberland mountain range”.

Here is our full guide to learning about this UTMB World Series event, following it live or even taking part.

Date, start time & live tracking

Wildstrubel by UTMB features three main races and takes place from Friday September 13 to Sunday September 15.

Wild 70km kicks things off at 0730 local time on Friday 13 September.

Wild 110 is the queen race and starts at 2230 local time the same day.

Wild 50 begins at 0815 local time on Saturday 14 September.

Each competitor carries a GPS tracking device which allows race organisers to monitor their progress and to ensure everyone stays safe. The GPS device also allows fans to follow the race online. Failure to register at any of the checkpoints on the course will result in disqualification.

Live tracking will be available here.

Wildstrubel by UTMB Route

Organisers say Wildstrubel by UTMB® “will take you on a magnificent journey through the northern Alps of Switzerland. Perfectly manicured mountain pastures, breathtaking views of the Valais’ 4,000m peaks, and the striking landscapes of the Oberland mountain range await.”

Wild 110 takes runners on a 110km route featuring 6,000m of elevation gain. En route they will circle the Wildstrubel massif and the Plaine Morte Glacier, crossing two cantons over the Gemmi (2,268m) and Rawyl (2,427m) passes, and take in the Via Alpina.

You can view a map of the 110km course here.

Facts, Tips & FAQ

Runners have 29 hours 30 minutes to complete the Wild 110 course.

Way markers are made of a reflective material to catch the light from runners’ headlamps to improve night-time navigation.

The first five men and women in the general ranking, as well as the first three runners in each age-group category, will receive a trophy and a prize.

Crans-Montana is renowned as an exclusive ski resort, but the town has become an increasingly popular location for trail running in recent years as marked courses have been developed.

How to qualify and enter the Wildstrubel by UTMB

Runners need to prove they are experienced at handling long distances and mountainous terrain to gain entry to the longer events. We will update this section with precise entry requirements when available. Registration for the 2025 races will open here.

Wildstrubel by UTMB kit list

Runners are required to wear and carry certain kit, while other items are recommended.

Mandatory kit

The following items are required to run in the Wild 108 event, with a reduced list for the shorter races.

Back pack – to carry mandatory equipment
Mobile phone – with international roaming for Switzerland and fully-charged battery
Water – minimum supply 1 litre
Personal soft cup – 15cl minimum (bottles or flasks not accepted)
Two headlamps – with spare batteries for each. 200 lumens minimum for main lamp.
Survival blanket – 1.40m x 2m minimum
Whistle
Self-adhering elastic bandage – minimum 100cm x 6cm
Food reserves – 800kcal recommended
Waterproof jacket – must have breathable membrane with sealed seam, minimum 10,000 Schmerber
Long trousers or leggings – or combination of shorts and socks so legs are completely covered
Cap – or bandana/buff
Additional warm second layer – must be long-sleeved
Hat
Gloves – must be warm and waterproof
Waterproof over trousers
ID – passport or ID card