Race Series & Label · 6 Events · 23 Competitions

Golden Trail World Series: Race Calendar, Routes & Qualification

Premier international sub-ultra mountain and trail running circuit contesting explosive 20 km to 42 km alpine classics such as Zegama-Aizkorri and Sierre-Zinal. Discover 6 verified events (4 with confirmed upcoming dates) and 23 competitions across Singapore, Zegama, Squaw Valley, Siders, Arzl im Pitztal.

Events64 confirmed dates
Competitions23Races & courses
Distances5 - 105 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,100 m D+Course elevation profile

Dates & Schedule

Race Calendar

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December 2026

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026BYD Singapore International Marathon by AdidasSingapore, SG
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km

June 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Jun 4, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027Zegama-AizkorriZegama, Basque Country, ES
Trail Running
42 km5.2 km
Jun 18, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027The Broken Arrow SkyraceSquaw Valley, California, US
Trail Running
42.5 km21.75 km18 km10.4 km

August 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Aug 7, 2027Sierre Zinal the race of the five 4000sSiders, Canton of Valais, CH
Trail Running
31 km

Date to be announced

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Date to be announcedPitz Alpine Glacier TrailArzl im Pitztal, Tyrol, AT
Trail Running
105 km90 km62 km45 km
Date to be announcedTepec TrailHuasca de Ocampo, Hidalgo, MX
Trail Running
36 km22 km12 km

Overview & Route Character

Premier international sub-ultra mountain and trail running circuit contesting explosive 20 km to 42 km alpine classics such as Zegama-Aizkorri and Sierre-Zinal. Unites the world’s fastest mountain and trail runners in a high-intensity sub-ultra format featuring live broadcast coverage, steep climbs, and technical descents. In the RunningCompass catalog, Golden Trail World Series currently comprises 6 active events with a total of 23 individual competitions (4 events with confirmed upcoming race dates and 2 events awaiting official next-edition date confirmation). Key host venues include Singapore, Zegama, Squaw Valley, Siders, Arzl im Pitztal, highlighted by events such as BYD Singapore International Marathon by Adidas, Zegama-Aizkorri, The Broken Arrow Skyrace, Sierre Zinal the race of the five 4000s.

Top regular-season points scorers across the iconic qualifying races earn invitations and ranking positions for the season-ending Grand Final. Across the listed competitions in Trail Running, Road Running, course distances span 5 km to 105 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +6,100 m. High-alpine singletracks, rocky ridges, and steep mountain trails packing 1,200 m to over 3,000 m of elevation gain into half-marathon to marathon distances. Every event entry provides direct access to interactive route maps, 3D elevation profiles, and official organizer links for registration.

Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What is Golden Trail World Series and how many events are included in the calendar?

Premier international sub-ultra mountain and trail running circuit contesting explosive 20 km to 42 km alpine classics such as Zegama-Aizkorri and Sierre-Zinal. The RunningCompass calendar for Golden Trail World Series lists 6 verified events encompassing 23 individual races, of which 4 currently carry confirmed future race dates and 2 are scheduled with dates to be announced.

Which distances, disciplines, and qualification criteria apply to Golden Trail World Series?

Events in Golden Trail World Series primarily cover Trail Running, Road Running with competition distances ranging from 5 km to 105 km. Top regular-season points scorers across the iconic qualifying races earn invitations and ranking positions for the season-ending Grand Final.

What course profiles and elevation gains characterize Golden Trail World Series routes?

High-alpine singletracks, rocky ridges, and steep mountain trails packing 1,200 m to over 3,000 m of elevation gain into half-marathon to marathon distances. Across all 23 races in this series, routes cover 5 km to 105 km with cumulative elevation gains reaching up to +6,100 m, and each event page includes an interactive course map, elevation profile, and GPX track download.

Where do Golden Trail World Series events take place and how can I register?

Leading host cities in the catalog include Singapore, Zegama, Squaw Valley, Siders, Arzl im Pitztal, featuring events such as BYD Singapore International Marathon by Adidas, Zegama-Aizkorri, The Broken Arrow Skyrace, Sierre Zinal the race of the five 4000s. You can filter the calendar below by month, distance, and location, inspect each race profile, and follow the verified organizer link on the event page for official registration.