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Kraków Independence Run
Kraków, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km1.92 km
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Running Calendar Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship: Races, Trails & Competitions
66 verified events (33 confirmed dates) and 303 races in Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events6633 confirmed dates
Competitions303Races & courses
Distances1.5 - 145 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,050 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Krakow Grand Prix in Mountain Running - Santa Run
Kraków, Poland
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
23 km11 km5 km3.7 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Winter Trail Małopolska
Lubień, Poland
December 12, 2026Date confirmed
145 km109 km67 km51.5 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
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Perły Małopolski
Rabka-Zdrój, Poland
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
20 km14 km7.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
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Grand Prix of Krakow in Mountain Running - New Year's Run
Kraków, Poland
January 10, 2027Date confirmed
23 km11 km5 km3.7 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
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Krakow Mountain Running Grand Prix - Carnival Run
Kraków, Poland
February 7, 2027Date confirmed
23 km11 km5 km3.7 km+1
High AltitudeKids & Youth Races+5
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Turbacz Winter Trail
Neu Markt, Poland
February 13, 2027 to February 14, 2027Date confirmed
48 km22 km12 km6.3 km
SnowNature & Off-Road+3
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Krakow Valentine's Run
Kraków, Poland
February 14, 2027Date confirmed
5 km
FestiveCity Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Kraków Independence Run | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km1.92 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Krakow Grand Prix in Mountain Running - Santa Run | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 23 km11 km5 km3.7 km |
| Dec 12, 2026 | Winter Trail Małopolska | Lubień, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 145 km109 km67 km51.5 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Perły Małopolski | Rabka-Zdrój, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 20 km14 km7.5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2027 | Grand Prix of Krakow in Mountain Running - New Year's Run | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 23 km11 km5 km3.7 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2027 | Krakow Mountain Running Grand Prix - Carnival Run | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 23 km11 km5 km3.7 km |
| Feb 13, 2027 - Feb 14, 2027 | Turbacz Winter Trail | Neu Markt, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 48 km22 km12 km6.3 km |
| Feb 14, 2027 | Krakow Valentine's Run | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Krakow Grand Prix in Mountain Running - Grand Finale | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 23 km11 km5 km3.7 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Krakow Marathon | Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 42.2 km10 km4.2 km |
| Apr 22, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Pieniny Ultra-Trail | Szczawnica, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 95.3 km65 km44 km34 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Piwniczna-Zdrój Running Festival | Piwniczna-Zdrój, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail RunningRoad Running | 100 km60 km42 km23 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship (Poland, Lesser Poland Voivodeship) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 66 public events and 303 individual races, including 33 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Nordic Walking. Key host locations include Kraków, Lubień, Rabka-Zdrój, and Neu Markt. Notable events in the selection include Kraków Independence Run, Krakow Grand Prix in Mountain Running - Santa Run, and Winter Trail Małopolska.
Race distances span from 1.5 km to 145 km, reaching up to +8,050 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship 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 Lesser Poland Voivodeship?
RunningCompass currently lists 66 verified events with 303 individual races in Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship. A total of 33 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Kraków Independence Run, Krakow Grand Prix in Mountain Running - Santa Run, and Winter Trail Małopolska.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship?
Events in Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Nordic Walking. Course distances range from 1.5 km entry-level races up to 145 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Kraków, Lubień, Rabka-Zdrój, and Neu Markt.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship?
The most selective courses in Races in Lesser Poland Voivodeship climb up to +8,050 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 Lesser Poland Voivodeship?
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.