Pelister Unique Trail Marathon

Trail Running covering 21 km to 65 km with up to 4,000 m D+ in Bitola, North Macedonia

Location

Bitola, Municipality of Bitola, North MacedoniaShow on map(41.0297° N, 21.3292° E)

Date & StatusJune 12, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +4,000 m

Pelister Unique Trail Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Bitola, Municipality of Bitola, MK 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 Pelister XTR Ultra (65 km, +4,000 m D+), Bitola Ultra (42 km, +2,454 m D+), and Neolica Trail (21 km, +1,200 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for June 12, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (pelisterultra.run).

Official website

Pelister Unique Trail Marathon in Bitola (Work: "Julian Alps with Prisojnik and Razor", Photo: Michael Gäbler, License: CC BY 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Julian Alps with Prisojnik and Razor" · Photo: **Michael Gäbler** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 3.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain Nature & Off-Road Forest High Altitude Relay

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Pelister XTR Ultra	Trail Running	65 km	+4,000 m	1,150 m - 2,830 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Bitola Ultra	Trail Running	42 km	+2,454 m	1,153 m - 2,184 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Neolica Trail	Trail Running	21 km	+1,200 m	1,156 m - 1,660 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

65 km

Elevation gain

+4,000 m D+

Elevation loss

-4,000 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,830 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

12.3 % / 22.1 %

Course format

Loop course

65 km+4,000 m D+Peak 2,830 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,830 m above sea level (+4,000 m D+, -4,000 m D-)

Peak: 2,830 m·at 35.7 km·Ø 12.3 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Pelister Unique Trail Marathon take place?

Pelister Unique Trail Marathon takes place in Bitola, Municipality of Bitola, MK (start area at coordinates 41.0297° N, 21.3292° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for June 12, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Pelister Unique Trail Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Pelister XTR Ultra (65 km, +4,000 m D+), Bitola Ultra (42 km, +2,454 m D+), and Neolica Trail (21 km, +1,200 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Pelister Unique Trail Marathon?

The main competition (Pelister XTR Ultra over 65 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,000 m of elevation gain and -4,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,830 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 Pelister Unique Trail Marathon?

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