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Ultra X Morocco
Ouarzazate, Morocco
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
110 km50 km25 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+3
MARegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Drâa-Tafilalet: Races, Trails & Competitions
15 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 44 races in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events159 confirmed dates
Competitions44Races & courses
Distances2 - 250 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Sahara Desert Trail Morocco
Merzouga, Morocco
January 23, 2027 to January 30, 2027Date confirmed
132 km
DesertMulti-Day+2
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Dune Desert Marathon of Morocco
Merzouga, Morocco
February 21, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+1
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Raidlight Desert Trophy Morocco
Zagora, Morocco
March 13, 2027 to March 21, 2027Date confirmed
200 km148 km98 km
Nature & Off-RoadDesert+1
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Marathon des Sables
Ouarzazate, Morocco
April 2, 2027 to April 12, 2027Date confirmed
250 km
DesertMulti-Day+4
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Trail Acacia M'ssici
M'Ssici, Morocco
April 13, 2027 to April 16, 2027Date confirmed
110 km10 km21 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+4
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Ultra Trail Relay Morocco
Ouarzazate, Morocco
April 30, 2027 to May 3, 2027Date confirmed
85 km
RelayCharity Run+3
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Toudgha Trail Challenge
Tinerhir, Morocco
Date to be announcedDate TBA
62 km42 km21 km20 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadHigh Altitude+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Ultra X Morocco | Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 110 km50 km25 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2027 - Jan 30, 2027 | Sahara Desert Trail Morocco | Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 132 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2027 | Dune Desert Marathon of Morocco | Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2027 - Mar 21, 2027 | Raidlight Desert Trophy Morocco | Zagora, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 200 km148 km98 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2027 - Apr 12, 2027 | Marathon des Sables | Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 250 km |
| Apr 13, 2027 - Apr 16, 2027 | Trail Acacia M'ssici | M'Ssici, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 110 km10 km21 km |
| Apr 30, 2027 - May 3, 2027 | Ultra Trail Relay Morocco | Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 85 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Toudgha Trail Challenge | Tinerhir, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 62 km42 km21 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | Itzer Trail | Itzer, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 100 km56 km21 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Race Desert Morocco | Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 100 km45 km35 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | TBS | Tagounite, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km |
| Date to be announced | Ouarzazate Relay International Marathon | Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Drâa-Tafilalet (Morocco, Drâa-Tafilalet) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 15 public events and 44 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Zagora, and M'Ssici. Notable events in the selection include Ultra X Morocco, Sahara Desert Trail Morocco, and Dune Desert Marathon of Morocco.
Race distances span from 2 km to 250 km, reaching up to +5,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Drâa-Tafilalet includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet?
RunningCompass currently lists 15 verified events with 44 individual races in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Ultra X Morocco, Sahara Desert Trail Morocco, and Dune Desert Marathon of Morocco.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet?
Events in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 2 km entry-level races up to 250 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Zagora, and M'Ssici.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet?
The most selective courses in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet climb up to +5,200 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Drâa-Tafilalet?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.