Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Via Transilvanica Maraton

Trail Running covering 22 km to 161 km with up to 5,410 m D+ in Piatra Fântânele (Județ de Bistrița-Năsăud, Romania)

LocationPiatra Fântânele, Bistrița-Năsăud County, RomaniaShow on map(47.2399° N, 25.0102° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +5,410 m

Via Transilvanica Maraton is an endurance sporting event in Piatra Fântânele, Bistrița-Năsăud County, RO focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 161 km (161 km, +5,410 m D+), Trail 39.5 km (39.5 km, +1,960 m D+), and Trail 22 km (22 km, +915 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 (maraton.viatransilvanica.com).

Official website
Via Transilvanica Maraton in Piatra Fântânele (Work: "View towards Kasprowy Peak", Photo: Kris Sliver, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"View towards Kasprowy Peak" · Photo: Kris Sliver · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 161 kmTrail Running161 km+5,410 m1,150 m - 3,422 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 39.5 kmTrail Running39.5 km+1,960 m1,153 m - 1,976 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 22 kmTrail Running22 km+915 m1,156 m - 1,540 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
161 km
Elevation gain
+5,410 m D+
Elevation loss
-5,410 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,422 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
6.7 % / 12.1 %
Course format
Loop course
161 km+5,410 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS47.2400° N, 25.0102° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,422 m above sea level (+5,410 m D+, -5,410 m D-)

Peak: 3,422 m·at 89.9 km·Ø 6.7 %
1,150 m1,907 m2,665 m3,422 m0 km32.2 km64.4 km96.6 km128.8 km161 km3,422 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Via Transilvanica Maraton take place?

Via Transilvanica Maraton takes place in Piatra Fântânele, Bistrița-Năsăud County, RO (start area at coordinates 47.2399° N, 25.0102° 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 Via Transilvanica Maraton?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 161 km (161 km, +5,410 m D+), Trail 39.5 km (39.5 km, +1,960 m D+), and Trail 22 km (22 km, +915 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Via Transilvanica Maraton?

The main competition (Trail 161 km over 161 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,410 m of elevation gain and -5,410 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,422 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 Via Transilvanica Maraton?

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