Race Across East Germany is a long endurance race from the Baltic Sea to the Ore Mountains, typically held in late April. The full route covers approximately 1,150 km with about 10,000 meters of elevation gain, and participants can compete solo, as a team, or in a relay.
The route crosses the former East German federal states, passing through the capital city on its southward journey. A Short Edition is also offered, running 650 km with roughly 8,300 meters of climbing from Miltern near Stendal to Fichtelberg, East Germany’s highest peak. NEWADO entertainment GmbH organizes the event, and GPS live tracking allows followers to monitor riders' progress online and via phone as they cross the country.