Machu Picchu Trail Adventure

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 97 km to 126 km in Cuzco, Peru

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,788 m

Machu Picchu Trail Adventure is an endurance sporting event in Cuzco, PE focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Mountain, Culture & History, Lakes & Ponds, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 126 km (126 km, +4,788 m D+), and Walking 97 km (97 km, +436 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 (trailtobealive.fr).

Machu Picchu Trail Adventure in Cuzco (Work: "Peyto Lake-Banff NP-Canada", Photo: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 126 kmTrail Running126 km+4,788 m620 m - 2,631 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 97 kmWalking & Hiking97 km+436 m623 m - 806 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
126 km
Elevation gain
+4,788 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,788 m D-
Altitude range
620 m - 2,631 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
126 km+4,788 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120FS13.5320° S, 71.9675° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 2,631 m above sea level (+4,788 m D+, -4,788 m D-)

Peak: 2,631 m·at 39.5 km·Ø 7.6 %
620 m1,290 m1,961 m2,631 m0 km25.2 km50.4 km75.6 km100.8 km126 km2,631 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Machu Picchu Trail Adventure take place?

Machu Picchu Trail Adventure takes place in Cuzco, PE (start area at coordinates 13.532° S, 71.9675° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Machu Picchu Trail Adventure?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 126 km (126 km, +4,788 m D+), and Walking 97 km (97 km, +436 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Machu Picchu Trail Adventure?

The main competition (Trail 126 km over 126 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,788 m of elevation gain and -4,788 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 2,631 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 Machu Picchu Trail Adventure?

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