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Piwniczna-Zdrój Running Festival
Piwniczna-Zdrój, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km60 km42 km23 km+5
Nature & Off-RoadNight Run+4
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Running Calendar Races in Nowy Sącz County: Local Races & Courses
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 47 races in Races in Nowy Sącz County with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions47Races & courses
Distances1.9 - 1,000 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+11,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Lemkowyna Ultra-Trail
Krynica-Zdrój, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
150 km102 km70 km48 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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UltraLajkonik
Bartkowa-Posadowa, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
1000 km600 km500 km300 km+1
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+2
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Festiwal Biegu Wierchami
Rytro, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
65 km45 km23 km10 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
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Xrun Grand Finale
Żegiestów Zdrój, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
40 km28 km18 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
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Olsztyn Independence Run
Olsztyn, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
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Gdynia Independence Run
Gdynia, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km1.92 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
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Independence Run in Police
Police, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 |
| Date to be announced | Lemkowyna Ultra-Trail | Krynica-Zdrój, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 150 km102 km70 km48 km |
| Date to be announced | UltraLajkonik | Bartkowa-Posadowa, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Gravel BikingRoad Cycling | 1000 km600 km500 km300 km |
| Date to be announced | Festiwal Biegu Wierchami | Rytro, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 65 km45 km23 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Xrun Grand Finale | Żegiestów Zdrój, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 40 km28 km18 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Olsztyn Independence Run | Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdynia Independence Run | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km1.92 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Independence Run in Police | Police, West Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Wrocław Independence Run with a Mustache | Wrocław, Lower Silesia Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Independence Run in Kielce | Kielce, Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km1.92 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Opole Independence Run | Opole, Opole Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdańsk Independence Run | Gdańsk, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The administrative area of Races in Nowy Sącz County (Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Nowy Sącz County, Poland) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 47 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Nordic Walking. Key host locations include Piwniczna-Zdrój, Krynica-Zdrój, Bartkowa-Posadowa, and Rytro. Notable events in the selection include Piwniczna-Zdrój Running Festival, Lemkowyna Ultra-Trail, and UltraLajkonik.
Race distances span from 1.9 km to 1,000 km, reaching up to +11,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Nowy Sącz County 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 Nowy Sącz County?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 47 individual races in Races in Nowy Sącz County. 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 Piwniczna-Zdrój Running Festival, Lemkowyna Ultra-Trail, and UltraLajkonik.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Nowy Sącz County?
Events in Races in Nowy Sącz County focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Nordic Walking. Course distances range from 1.9 km entry-level races up to 1,000 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Piwniczna-Zdrój, Krynica-Zdrój, Bartkowa-Posadowa, and Rytro.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Nowy Sącz County?
The most selective courses in Races in Nowy Sącz County climb up to +11,000 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 Nowy Sącz County?
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.