Kaçkar by UTMB

Trail Running covering 20 km to 82 km with up to 5,600 m D+ in Ayder (Rize Province, Turkey)

Location

Ayder, Rize, TürkiyeShow on map(40.9507° N, 41.1110° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +5,600 m

Kaçkar by UTMB is an endurance sporting event in Ayder, Rize, TR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB World Series. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, High Altitude, Forest.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including KAÇKAR 100K (82 km, +5,600 m D+), KAÇKAR 50K (44 km, +3,000 m D+), and KAÇKAR 20K (20 km, +1,400 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (kackar.utmb.world).

Official website

Kaçkar by UTMB in Ayder (Work: "Triglav Lakes Valley Mountain Lodge in Slovenia's Julian Alps", Photo: Bob Ramsak, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Triglav Lakes Valley Mountain Lodge in Slovenia's Julian Alps" · Photo: **Bob Ramsak** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain Nature & Off-Road High Altitude Forest

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
KAÇKAR 100K	Trail Running	82 km	+5,600 m	1,150 m - 3,502 m	Loop course	Route & profile
KAÇKAR 50K	Trail Running	44 km	+3,000 m	1,153 m - 2,413 m	Loop course	Route & profile
KAÇKAR 20K	Trail Running	20 km	+1,400 m	1,156 m - 1,744 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

82 km

Elevation gain

+5,600 m D+

Elevation loss

-5,600 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 3,502 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

13.7 % / 24.7 %

Course format

Loop course

82 km+5,600 m D+Peak 3,502 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,502 m above sea level (+5,600 m D+, -5,600 m D-)

Peak: 3,502 m·at 35.2 km·Ø 13.7 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Kaçkar by UTMB take place?

Kaçkar by UTMB takes place in Ayder, Rize, TR (start area at coordinates 40.9507° N, 41.111° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Kaçkar by UTMB?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including KAÇKAR 100K (82 km, +5,600 m D+), KAÇKAR 50K (44 km, +3,000 m D+), and KAÇKAR 20K (20 km, +1,400 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Kaçkar by UTMB?

The main competition (KAÇKAR 100K over 82 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,600 m of elevation gain and -5,600 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,502 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Kaçkar by UTMB?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (kackar.utmb.world).