Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

msg Maraton Apuseni

Trail Running covering 2.4 km to 87.6 km with up to 4,430 m D+ in Muntele Băișorii (Cluj-Napoca, Romania)

LocationMuntele Băișorii, Cluj-Napoca, RomaniaShow on map(46.5625° N, 23.3486° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,430 m

msg Maraton Apuseni is an endurance sporting event in Muntele Băișorii, Cluj-Napoca, RO 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 5 competitions, including Trail 87.6 km (87.6 km, +4,430 m D+), Trail 44.1 km (44.1 km, +2,540 m D+), Trail 21.3 km (21.3 km, +1,000 m D+), Trail 12.2 km (12.2 km, +570 m D+), and Trail 2.4 km (2.4 km, +66 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 (maratonapuseni.ro).

Official website
msg Maraton Apuseni in Muntele Băișorii (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

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestHigh Altitude

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 87.6 kmTrail Running87.6 km+4,430 m1,150 m - 3,011 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 44.1 kmTrail Running44.1 km+2,540 m1,153 m - 2,220 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 21.3 kmTrail Running21.3 km+1,000 m1,156 m - 1,576 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12.2 kmTrail Running12.2 km+570 m1,159 m - 1,398 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 2.4 kmTrail Running2.4 km+66 m1,162 m - 1,190 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
87.6 km
Elevation gain
+4,430 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,430 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,011 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10.1 % / 18.2 %
Course format
Loop course
87.6 km+4,430 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS46.5625° N, 23.3486° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,011 m above sea level (+4,430 m D+, -4,430 m D-)

Peak: 3,011 m·at 55.2 km·Ø 10.1 %
1,150 m1,770 m2,391 m3,011 m0 km17.5 km35 km52.6 km70.1 km87.6 km3,011 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does msg Maraton Apuseni take place?

msg Maraton Apuseni takes place in Muntele Băișorii, Cluj-Napoca, RO (start area at coordinates 46.5625° N, 23.3486° 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 msg Maraton Apuseni?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 87.6 km (87.6 km, +4,430 m D+), Trail 44.1 km (44.1 km, +2,540 m D+), Trail 21.3 km (21.3 km, +1,000 m D+), Trail 12.2 km (12.2 km, +570 m D+), and Trail 2.4 km (2.4 km, +66 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for msg Maraton Apuseni?

The main competition (Trail 87.6 km over 87.6 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,430 m of elevation gain and -4,430 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,011 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 msg Maraton Apuseni?

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