Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon
Ebermannstadt, Germany · Tuesday 7 September 2027
Set in the beautiful and tranquil region of Franconia, the Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon is a challenging yet scenic race through dense forests, rolling hills, and picturesque villages. Known for its rugged terrain and winding trails, the course will test your endurance while offering breathtaking views of the Franconian countryside, dotted with quaint towns and rustic stone houses.
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Adjusted Time
2:25:04
Time difference: +40.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain88m
Elevation High315m
Elevation Low284m
Weather Forecast
High24°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain3%
How hard is Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon?
Very Difficultharder than 96% of half marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon plays about 39 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #20 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #2 of 23 in Germany. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road half marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 2:07:11 | +37:11 |
| 1:45:00 | 2:25:04 | +40:04 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:42:46 | +42:46 |
| 2:15:00 | 3:00:21 | +45:21 |
| 2:30:00 | 3:17:51 | +47:51 |
| 2:45:00 | 3:35:15 | +50:15 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:52:36 | +52:36 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon 2027 Course Analysis
Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon is a half marathon held in Ebermannstadt, Germany. It is scheduled for Tuesday 7 September 2027. The course is run on trail surface with 88m of total climbing, with its high point near 315m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 88m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 24°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (3%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Trail
Fränkische Schweiz Halbmarathon is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are usually slower than the road equivalent - often by 10-20% - because of uneven footing, technical sections, and frequently steeper gradients, though a smooth, non-technical or downhill trail can run faster than that suggests. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended.
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