Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Persenk Ultra

Trail Running covering 30.7 km to 164 km with up to 7,490 m D+ in Assénovgrad (Plovdiv, Bulgaria)

LocationAsenovgrad, Plovdiv, BulgariaShow on map(42.0134° N, 24.8784° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2013
Elevation gainUp to +7,490 m

Persenk Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Asenovgrad, Plovdiv, BG focused on Trail Running. First held in 2013, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Forest, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Persenk ULTRA (164 km, +7,490 m D+), Sanglier ULTRA (110 km, +3,792 m D+), Orehovo ULTRA (50.9 km, +2,740 m D+), and Orehovo Run (30.7 km, +1,610 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 (persenk-ultra.com).

Official website
Persenk Ultra in Asenovgrad (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-RoadMountainForestHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Persenk ULTRATrail Running164 km+7,490 m1,150 m - 4,296 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Sanglier ULTRATrail Running110 km+3,792 m1,153 m - 2,746 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Orehovo ULTRATrail Running50.9 km+2,740 m1,156 m - 2,307 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Orehovo RunTrail Running30.7 km+1,610 m1,159 m - 1,835 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
164 km
Elevation gain
+7,490 m D+
Elevation loss
-7,490 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 4,296 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.1 % / 16.4 %
Course format
Loop course
164 km+7,490 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS42.0134° N, 24.8784° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 4,296 m above sea level (+7,490 m D+, -7,490 m D-)

Peak: 4,296 m·at 122.3 km·Ø 9.1 %
1,150 m2,199 m3,247 m4,296 m0 km32.8 km65.6 km98.4 km131.2 km164 km4,296 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Persenk Ultra take place?

Persenk Ultra takes place in Asenovgrad, Plovdiv, BG (start area at coordinates 42.0134° N, 24.8784° 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 Persenk Ultra?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Persenk ULTRA (164 km, +7,490 m D+), Sanglier ULTRA (110 km, +3,792 m D+), Orehovo ULTRA (50.9 km, +2,740 m D+), and Orehovo Run (30.7 km, +1,610 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Persenk Ultra?

The main competition (Persenk ULTRA over 164 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +7,490 m of elevation gain and -7,490 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 4,296 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 Persenk Ultra?

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