Photo: Bob Ramsak · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB World Series
Istria 100 by UTMB
Umag, Croatia
April 1, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
168.2 km111.4 km69.6 km42.5 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+3
HRRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in County of Istria: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 58 races in Races in County of Istria with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions58Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 168.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,140 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Ćićarija Trail Run
Račja Vas, Croatia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
26.6 km24.8 km24.7 km24 km+8
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
UCI Istria GranFondo
Umag, Croatia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
105 km80 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: Vater_fotografo from Palermo, Italia · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonIronman Series
Ironman 70.3 Poreč
Poreč, Croatia
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Michael Gäbler · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Split Marathon
Split / Dalmatien, Croatia
February 13, 2027 to February 14, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunKids & Youth Races+5
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Grawe Zadar Night Run
Zadar, Croatia
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km
City RunCulture & History+3
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsObstacle Course RacingSpartan Race Series
Santa Domenica Trifecta
Sveta Nedelja, Croatia
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
21 km10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: chensiyuan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Dubrovnik Half Marathon (Runners’ Days)
Dubrovnik, Croatia
April 24, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km2.5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Istria 100 by UTMB | Umag, Istrische Županie, HR | Trail Running | 168.2 km111.4 km69.6 km42.5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Grawe Zadar Night Run | Zadar, Zadar County, HR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Santa Domenica Trifecta | Sveta Nedelja, Split-Dalmatien County, HR | Obstacle Course Racing | 21 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Dubrovnik Half Marathon (Runners’ Days) | Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, HR | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km2.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Ćićarija Trail Run | Račja Vas, Istrische Županie, HR | Trail Running | 26.6 km24.8 km24.7 km24 km |
| Date to be announced | UCI Istria GranFondo | Umag, Istrische Županie, HR | Road Cycling | 105 km80 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman 70.3 Poreč | Poreč, Istrien County, HR | Triathlon | 113 km |
| Date to be announced | Croatia Montenegro Trail Challenge | Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, HR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 22 km20 km19 km18 km |
| Date to be announced | Rijeka Run | Rijeka, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, HR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km6 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2027 - Feb 14, 2027 | Split Marathon | Split / Dalmatien, Split-Dalmatien County, HR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2027 | Medvednica Trail | Zagreb, HR | Trail Running | 59 km31 km15 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2027 - Sep 19, 2027 | Pula Marathon | Pula, Istrien, HR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5.99 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in County of Istria (Croatia, County of Istria) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 58 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Umag, Račja Vas, Poreč, and Split / Dalmatien. Notable events in the selection include Istria 100 by UTMB, Ćićarija Trail Run, and UCI Istria GranFondo.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 168.2 km, reaching up to +7,140 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in County of Istria 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 County of Istria?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 58 individual races in Races in County of Istria. A total of 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Istria 100 by UTMB, Ćićarija Trail Run, and UCI Istria GranFondo.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in County of Istria?
Events in Races in County of Istria focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 168.2 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Umag, Račja Vas, Poreč, and Split / Dalmatien.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in County of Istria?
The most selective courses in Races in County of Istria climb up to +7,140 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 County of Istria?
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.