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Iezer Papusa Trail Race
Lerești, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
44 km21 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Running Calendar Races in Arges: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 65 races in Races in Arges with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events124 confirmed dates
Competitions65Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 180 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,600 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Wizz Air Cluj-Napoca Marathon
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunRelay+1
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Bucharest International Half Marathon
Bucharest, Romania
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km3.5 km
City RunPublic Park+4
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Transylvania 100
Bran, Romania
May 28, 2027 to May 29, 2027Date confirmed
103 km80 km50 km30 km+1
City RunMountain+3
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Bucharest Marathon
Bucharest, Romania
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km2.5 km
Public ParkCity Run+4
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Brasov International 10K tRUNsylvania
Brașov, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
25 km22 km15 km12 km+5
City RunCulture & History+4
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Bucovina Ultra Rocks
Câmpulung Moldovenesc, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
180 km110 km88 km48 km+2
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Timişoara Triathlon
Timișoara, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113.9 km53 km27.75 km15.07 km
City RunRelay
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Iezer Papusa Trail Race | Lerești, Argeș County, RO | Trail Running | 44 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Brasov International 10K tRUNsylvania | Brașov, Brașov County, RO | Road RunningTrail Running | 25 km22 km15 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Bucovina Ultra Rocks | Câmpulung Moldovenesc, Bukowina, RO | Trail Running | 180 km110 km88 km48 km |
| Date to be announced | Timişoara Triathlon | Timișoara, Timiș County, RO | Triathlon | 113.9 km53 km27.75 km15.07 km |
| Date to be announced | msg Maraton Apuseni | Muntele Băișorii, Cluj-Napoca, RO | Trail Running | 87.6 km44.1 km21.3 km12.2 km |
| Date to be announced | Sinaia Mountain Run by Constantina Diță | Sinaia, Prahova County, RO | Trail Running | 21 km10 km1 km800 m |
| Date to be announced | Primavera Trail Race | Șuncuiuș, Bihor County, RO | Trail Running | 84.2 km53.2 km15.7 km9.9 km |
| Date to be announced | Rodnei Ultra. Odiseea | Șanț, Județ de Bistrița-Năsăud, RO | Trail Running | 103 km50 km29 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | Wizz Air Cluj-Napoca Marathon | Cluj-Napoca, Cluj-Napoca, RO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Bucharest International Half Marathon | Bucharest, Bucharest, RO | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km3.5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2027 - May 29, 2027 | Transylvania 100 | Bran, Brașov County, RO | Trail Running | 103 km80 km50 km30 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Bucharest Marathon | Bucharest, Bucharest, RO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km2.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Arges (Romania, Arges) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 65 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Lerești, Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest, and Bran. Notable events in the selection include Iezer Papusa Trail Race, Wizz Air Cluj-Napoca Marathon, and Bucharest International Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 180 km, reaching up to +9,600 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Arges 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 Arges?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 65 individual races in Races in Arges. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Iezer Papusa Trail Race, Wizz Air Cluj-Napoca Marathon, and Bucharest International Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Arges?
Events in Races in Arges focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 180 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Lerești, Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest, and Bran.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Arges?
The most selective courses in Races in Arges climb up to +9,600 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 Arges?
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.