Getting Tough - The Race vs Nuts Challenge: distance, stations, price & difficulty compared (2026-27)
Getting Tough - The Race has 1 upcoming event in 1 country; Nuts Challenge has 1 upcoming event in 1 country. Data from 2 event listings, updated daily.
Verdict
Getting Tough - The Race is rated harder (Advanced vs Intermediate). Both have 1 upcoming event.
German extreme obstacle race since 2011; 5Elements in Oberhof
Notoriously muddy 5 km lapped obstacle course at Henfold Lakes, Surrey.
Key differences
- DifficultyGetting Tough - The Race: AdvancedNuts Challenge: Intermediate
- Upcoming eventsGetting Tough - The Race: 1 event in 1 countryNuts Challenge: 1 event in 1 country
Getting Tough - The Race vs Nuts Challenge side by side
Next Getting Tough - The Race races
- Getting Tough 5Elements Oberhof 2027 · 26 Jun 2027
Next Nuts Challenge races
- Winter Nuts Challenge 2027 · 6 Mar 2027
What is Getting Tough - The Race?
Getting Tough - The Race is a German extreme obstacle race brand that has run since 2011, organised by GETTINGTOUGH GmbH. It became known for its winter race in Rudolstadt, Thuringia, a 24 km course with around 900 m of climbing and obstacle parcours where failing an obstacle leads to disqualification.
The current event is Getting Tough 5Elements in Oberhof, Thuringia, held in late June in the Thuringian Forest winter-sports town. Adults choose a 9 km run or a 17 km run, or combine both as the 5Elements eXtreme ticket (9 km + 17 km); there is also a 'Legend of Speed' format. The YOKI AHORN Kidsrun offers 2 km and 5 km courses for children aged 6 to 16. The event is aimed at runners who want a demanding obstacle course with real elevation, while the 9 km option is the more accessible entry point.
Frequently asked questions
Is Getting Tough - The Race harder than Nuts Challenge?
On paper, yes: Getting Tough - The Race is rated Advanced while Nuts Challenge is rated Intermediate.
How many Getting Tough - The Race and Nuts Challenge races are coming up?
Race.Fitness lists 1 upcoming Getting Tough - The Race event in 1 country (Germany) and 1 upcoming Nuts Challenge event in 1 country (United Kingdom).
When is the next Getting Tough - The Race or Nuts Challenge race?
The next Getting Tough - The Race event is Getting Tough 5Elements Oberhof 2027 on 26 Jun 2027. The next Nuts Challenge event is Winter Nuts Challenge 2027 on 6 Mar 2027.
Which is better for beginners, Getting Tough - The Race or Nuts Challenge?
Both Getting Tough - The Race and Nuts Challenge need a base of running and strength fitness. Check each event’s divisions: most offer an open or team option that is easier than the pro or elite level.