YTR
Young Talents Race
Distance: 7.3 kilometer
Ascent: 250 meters
Descent: 250 meters
YTR
Young Talents
Race
Distance: 7.3 kilometer
Ascent: 250 meters
Descent: 250 meters
Are you a young runner or simply excited to compete alongside peers in the U23 category? The YTR is a youth-focused race that takes young trail runners on an exciting journey through the Tyrolean mountains. On a diverse course, participants experience the thrill of trail running — from varied trails to stunning views of Innsbruck.
As part of the YTR – Young Talent Race, the Austrian Championships in Trail Classic will be held in the U18 and U20 categories. The YTR – Young Talent Race is part of the ÖLV Trail Youngsters Cup 2025.
YTR
Young Talent Race
Distance: 7.3 kilometer
Ascent: 250 meters
Descent: 250 meters
Difficulty: 👟👟
Start/Finish: Innsbruck – Landestheater
Start: Thursday, May 01, 03.00 PM
YTR
Young Talent Race
Distance: 7.3 kilometer
Ascent: 250 meters
Descent: 250 meters
Difficulty: 👟👟
Start/Finish: Innsbruck – Landestheater
Start: Thursday, May 01, 03.00 PM
Recommended for
Teens and young adults who aren’t yet eligible or ready to take part in the main events. Depending on age group, the course ranges from beginner-friendly to ambitious, with a few short technical sections. Participation is open to runners aged 14 to 22.
Registration for the Austrian Championships in the Trail Classic U20 (YTR) is handled through your running club, which registers you via the Austrian Athletics Federation (ÖLV).
If you’re competing in the general category, please register via our online platform.
Summary
Since 2018, our classic opener for the IATF weekend – and a long-time favorite prologue – is now also available for young runners! The route starts and finishes at the Landestheater and leads straight onto the trails toward the Alpenzoo.
Be careful with your pace early on – the steep Wilhelm-Greil-Weg climb just below the Hungerburg will test you. Once you’ve hit the highest point, take a breather, soak in the views over Innsbruck, and get ready for the Knappensteig – a super fun, flowy, and technical downhill. It’s a blast, but definitely not without its challenges!
Whether it’s your first trail run or you’re already a seasoned racer, the Young Talent Race is an exciting challenge for all aged 14 to 22.
The Young Talent Race brings fresh energy to the IATF weekend, offering young trail runners aged 14 to 22 the perfect chance to prove themselves on the trails. This course combines challenge and fun, making it an exciting experience for both beginners and more experienced young athletes.
The race starts and finishes at the Landestheater, with the route heading straight onto the trails toward the Alpenzoo. The first few meters are fairly relaxed, but a steep climb up the Wilhelm-Greil-Weg soon puts your strength and pacing to the test, as the trail continues uphill all the way to just below the Hungerburg. Once at the top, it’s worth taking a short moment to catch your breath – the view over Innsbruck is stunning.
But don’t rest too long – the most exciting part is yet to come: the Knappensteig. This fast, flowy, and varied downhill section demands focus and a good feel for the terrain. It’s technically challenging but packed with fun, bringing runners back down into the valley in style.
Services
Catering during the run (drinks, bars, Tyrolean delicacies, …)
Marked running course
Course security by numerous marshals and mountain rescuers
GPX track of the course
Personalized start number incl. chip for timekeeping
Luggage depot at the event site
Online certificate
Awards ceremony: Prizes for the top three fastest women and men.
Catering during the run (drinks, bars, Tyrolean delicacies, …)
Marked running course
Course security by numerous marshals and mountain rescuers
GPX track of the course
Personalized start number incl. chip for timekeeping
Luggage depot at the event site
Online certificate
Awards ceremony: Prizes for the top three fastest women and men.
Mandatory Equipment
| Clothing |
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| Closed trail running shoes (with a grippy sole) |
| Saftey |
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| ID Card |
| Mobile device (Smartphone/cell phone) |
| Emergency Planket (210 x 160cm) |
| Additional Cold- / Bad Weather Equipment |
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| Rain jacket with hood (minimum 10k water column recommended) |
The “cold weather gear” is an essential part of the mandatory equipment. Depending on the weather conditions, the organization may instruct participants to carry these additional mandatory items.
