Horn Attacke
Where?
Rittner Horn
When?
- 07.03.2026
Horn Attacke 2026
20 kilometres, 2,000 metres of elevation gain – a unique mountain running and ski touring race from Bolzano/Bozen to the Rittner Horn.
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, the 7th edition of the Horn Attacke will take place – a spectacular duathlon combining running and ski mountaineering on the Ritten Plateau.
Within just a few years, the Horn Attacke has become a key event in both the Italian and international mountain sports calendar. The legendary course is as demanding as it is impressive: over 20 kilometres, participants conquer 2,000 metres of altitude gain, divided between a running and a ski touring section.
The race starts right in the centre of Bolzano/Bozen. From there, the route follows hiking trail no. 6 up to Oberbozen and continues to Pemmern, where the transition zone is located. Here, athletes switch from running shoes to touring skis and tackle the final 7 kilometres to the finish line at the Rittner Horn (2,260 m).
The goal of the day is clear – and already announced in the event’s name: the “attack” on the Rittner Horn.
The duathlon is much more than a niche race – it’s a true adventure for all mountain sports enthusiasts. Participation is open to both individual athletes and relay teams. Those who prefer to share the challenge can register as a two- or three-person team:
• Two-person relay: athlete 1 runs from Bolzano/Bozen to Pemmern, athlete 2 completes the ski touring section.
• Three-person relay: athlete 1 runs to Oberbozen, athlete 2 to Pemmern, and Athlete 3 takes on the ski ascent to the Rittner Horn.
For tireless adventurers, there’s also the original “Mountaineer” version: the ski touring equipment is carried from the start in Bolzano all the way to the transition in Pemmern, and the running gear must be taken along to the finish – an extra endurance challenge for true mountain athletes.
Taking part in the Horn Attacke means experiencing not only a sporting challenge, but also an emotional adventure that will be remembered for a long time.
Spectators are warmly invited to cheer on the athletes along the course – great atmosphere guaranteed!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
🌐 More information, rules & registration: www.hornattacke.com
📧 Contact: info@hornattacke.com
More information in www.hornattacke.com
20 kilometres, 2,000 metres of elevation gain – a unique mountain running and ski touring race from Bolzano/Bozen to the Rittner Horn.
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, the 7th edition of the Horn Attacke will take place – a spectacular duathlon combining running and ski mountaineering on the Ritten Plateau.
Within just a few years, the Horn Attacke has become a key event in both the Italian and international mountain sports calendar. The legendary course is as demanding as it is impressive: over 20 kilometres, participants conquer 2,000 metres of altitude gain, divided between a running and a ski touring section.
The race starts right in the centre of Bolzano/Bozen. From there, the route follows hiking trail no. 6 up to Oberbozen and continues to Pemmern, where the transition zone is located. Here, athletes switch from running shoes to touring skis and tackle the final 7 kilometres to the finish line at the Rittner Horn (2,260 m).
The goal of the day is clear – and already announced in the event’s name: the “attack” on the Rittner Horn.
The duathlon is much more than a niche race – it’s a true adventure for all mountain sports enthusiasts. Participation is open to both individual athletes and relay teams. Those who prefer to share the challenge can register as a two- or three-person team:
• Two-person relay: athlete 1 runs from Bolzano/Bozen to Pemmern, athlete 2 completes the ski touring section.
• Three-person relay: athlete 1 runs to Oberbozen, athlete 2 to Pemmern, and Athlete 3 takes on the ski ascent to the Rittner Horn.
For tireless adventurers, there’s also the original “Mountaineer” version: the ski touring equipment is carried from the start in Bolzano all the way to the transition in Pemmern, and the running gear must be taken along to the finish – an extra endurance challenge for true mountain athletes.
Taking part in the Horn Attacke means experiencing not only a sporting challenge, but also an emotional adventure that will be remembered for a long time.
Spectators are warmly invited to cheer on the athletes along the course – great atmosphere guaranteed!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
🌐 More information, rules & registration: www.hornattacke.com
📧 Contact: info@hornattacke.com
More information in www.hornattacke.com
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