Extreme Distance
24 km
20.07.2025
The toughest twenty-four kilometers you've ever run. The varied course with almost 800 meters of altitude really gets into your legs, offers the full Erzberg experience with up to 60 easy to difficult obstacles and is definitely no longer for the faint-hearted. Ambitious athletes will find the EXTREME distance an extremely demanding challenge that will show everyone their own limits. Train properly or rather participate in the FUN- und CHALLENGE distance - that is the motto.
Information
Hard Facts
24 kilometers
600 meters of altitude (1)
800 meters of altitude (2)
(1) Difference between starting point and highest point.
(2) Ascents plus reascents after descents. Negative vertical meters (descents) are not included.
Climbs/reclimbs with less than 3m difference in altitude are not considered.
Team
Four or more people can form a team. All team members must be registered for the same distance.
The three fastest teams (male, female, mixed) will be scored.
Registration
The earlier you register, the cheaper it is for you! More info about the entry fee jumps will follow!
Online registration possible until 07.07.2024
Late registration is possible online and at the event!
Funktional Shirt
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This is what awaits you!
Stairway to Heaven
Led Zeppelin says hello: "Can you hear the wind blow, and did you know ... Your stairway lies on the whispering wind!" as the English rock titans sing in their cult hit "Stairway to Heaven." This obstacle is your "Stairway to Heaven" - or your "Stairway to Hell"? Exactly 1,000 steps with an extreme incline up to the Erzberg peak (326hm). For comparison: The stairs at “Schlossberg” in Graz has 260 steps, the Jump at Bergisel in Innsbruck 455!
WEMCO Ruin & Fireplace
The Wemco Ruin looks like an ancient Aztec temple, but was actually an ore processing plant with a capacity of 400 tons. Wemco's chimney is your entry point to the 24-km loop. Strength, courage and skill are required to overcome the four-meter-high concrete wall, which is overhanging on the first two meters. Only three old iron rungs are available to help you climb up.
The Erzberg Peak
Congratulations - you have conquered the Erzberg. Only participants of the EXTREME distance can call themselves real "summit winners"! After the exertions of the "Stairway to Heaven" you have more than earned this victory. On top of the iron pyramid you can enjoy the fantastic 360-degree panoramic view, which is an absolute privilege because the summit usually is a highly restricted area.
Information for your participation
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Participation criteriaMinimum age People over the age of 16 are eligible to participate. People under the age of 18 must hand in a signed declaration of consent from a person with parental authority when collecting the starting numbers.
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CourseThe AT&S Vertical Iron Sprint takes you over the steepest and most challenging section of the Erzberg dirt run course - up the famous "water pipe". At the Erzberg Rodeo/Red Bull Hare Scramble, the toughest off-road single race in the world, the "water pipe" mercilessly throws off dozens of professional riders every year and has always been considered one of the central "stumbling blocks" in the course of the race. At the Erzberg Dirtrun, too, the water pipe is the crucial sticking point right at the beginning of the course. If you make it, you will continue on a breathtaking course with up to 60 more obstacles. If you don't make it, the fun was short-lived and you get to try your luck again next year. Now it's going to be tougher than ever: cover the 180-meter course over Erzberg scree as fast as possible and climb 92 meters of altitude on an extreme incline. The steepest section measures 97%, but even on average you'll have to fight against a gradient of over 50%!
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Start number distribution | Registration on siteWhen? Possible on the day of the competition, 13.07.2024, from 07:30 a.m. onwards. Where? At the event area, concrete information will follow The following documents are required to receive your START NUMBER: valid photo ID Ticket (confirmation of registration) For under 18-year-olds: declaration of consent of a parent or legal guardian (Download) The following documents are required for REGISTRATION ON SITE: valid photo ID signed conditions of participation incl. disclaimer (Download) For under 18-year-olds: declaration of consent by a parent or legal guardian (Download) >> In case of registration on site the entry fee has to be paid in cash!
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Timetable (Start & Finish)Start Water pipe bottom end 1st start: 04:30 p.m. Then about every 30 seconds the next participant is starting. Finish Water pipe top end Participants should be ready to start 45 minutes before the 1st start, because from 03::45-04:00 p.m. the shuttle busses will leave for the starting area of the AT&S Vertical Iron Sprint.
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Transport to the start/finishThe Erzberg shuttle takes participants and visitors from the festival area Bohrerschmiede to the start at the lower end of the water pipe. After your run the Erzberg shuttle will take you from the finish at the upper end of the water pipe back to the festival area Bohrerschmiede. The use of the shuttle is free of charge for participants and visitors. Departure for the start: 03:45-04:00 p.m.
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Time trackingTime tracking: MaxFun Sports GmbH Only chips/RFID tags from the timing company can be used at this event. Participants will receive a rental chip at the race number distribution. The rental fee for the chip is € 3,- each. Chips must be returned immediately after the race. WITHOUT A CHIP THERE IS NO TIME TRACKING!
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RatingThe winner of the day will receive a winner's trophy and PRIZE MONEY. The 2nd and 3rd place (m/f) overall will receive a winner's trophy. TEAM male | female | mixed Four or more people can form a team. The fastest team (male, female and mixed) will be scored and will receive a winner's trophy.
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Your packagePackage 1 - Regular ticket: free parking at the venue high quality start number >> good assignability of your participant pictures! free luggage drop-off warm-up program with before the run refreshments stations at the start & finish station + at least 3 refreshment stations along the course time tracking high quality finisher medal finisher package with a banana, cereal bar, water, energy drink & refreshing drink free meal after the race (regular/veggie) festive winner ceremony high-quality winner trophies (for daily and class winners and winning teams) digital promotion pass with many discounts & promotions goodie bag with many useful products and extras music and show program Package 2 - Dirtrun combi ticket: You receive the following additional services in your Dirtrun service package: high-quality start number >> easy to assign your participant pictures! refreshments at the start and finish refreshment station time tracking festive winner ceremony high-quality winner trophies for winning teams as well as prize money for the daily winners
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ArrivalYou can get to the "Krone Erzberg Adventure Days" by car as well as by train + bus. Furthermore, there is a group on Facebook for the formation of carpools from all over Austria. Plan enough time for the journey and come generally in time. We recommend: Arrive at the site at least 1 hour before the start. Participants have to pick up their starting documents 30 minutes before the start and go to the shuttle stop. Click here for further information about your arrival
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AccommodationsAround the area are different accommodations to choose from: from a 4-star hotel in the more urban environment to a cottage village in the middle of nature. You can find everything there. During the event days, the accommodations are usually very well booked. It is therefore advisable to look for a suitable place to stay as early as possible. Click here for more information about the accommodations
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Site regulationsThe Erzberg is still an active mining site. We ask you to follow certain rules during your visit and to adhere to the site regulations so that we can continue to use this unique location and offer you top-class sporting competitions in the future. View site regulations
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Important information for participants & visitorsProper clothing & footwear: You will be in high alpine terrain at Erzberg. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing - it's best to wear a double-layered suit, as temperatures can fluctuate greatly between the valley and the summit. Besides: the mountain is full of surprises! From the past years we know that the Erzberg likes to show itself from different sides. From 30 degrees and sweltering heat to a wintery snow-covered summit landscape, everything has been there, even in summer. So be prepared for all weather conditions.
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Dirtrun combi ticketAT&S Vertical Iron Sprint for only € 23,- Participants who register for the Erzberg Dirtrun will receive the ticket for the Vertical Iron Sprint for only € 23,- instead of the regular € 29,-. This discount will be automatically taken into account during online registration.