Medvednica Trail

Trail Running covering 15 km to 59 km with up to 2,520 m D+ in Zagreb, Croatia

Location

Zagreb, CroatiaShow on map(45.8150° N, 15.9819° E)

Date & StatusMay 23, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +2,520 m

Medvednica Trail is an endurance sporting event in Zagreb, HR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 59 km (59 km, +2,520 m D+), Trail 31 km (31 km, +1,420 m D+), and Trail 15 km (15 km, +510 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 23, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (medvednicatrail.run).

Official website

Medvednica Trail in Zagreb (Work: "1 julian alps panorama", Photo: chensiyuan, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "1 julian alps panorama" · Photo: **chensiyuan** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain Nature & Off-Road Forest High Altitude

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 59 km	Trail Running	59 km	+2,520 m	1,150 m - 2,208 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 31 km	Trail Running	31 km	+1,420 m	1,153 m - 1,749 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 15 km	Trail Running	15 km	+510 m	1,156 m - 1,370 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

59 km

Elevation gain

+2,520 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,520 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,208 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

8.5 % / 15.3 %

Course format

Loop course

59 km+2,520 m D+Peak 2,208 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,208 m above sea level (+2,520 m D+, -2,520 m D-)

Peak: 2,208 m·at 33.6 km·Ø 8.5 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Medvednica Trail take place?

Medvednica Trail takes place in Zagreb, HR (start area at coordinates 45.815° N, 15.9819° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 23, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Medvednica Trail?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 59 km (59 km, +2,520 m D+), Trail 31 km (31 km, +1,420 m D+), and Trail 15 km (15 km, +510 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Medvednica Trail?

The main competition (Trail 59 km over 59 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,520 m of elevation gain and -2,520 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,208 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 Medvednica Trail?

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