Pharaohs Pyramids Trail

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 46 km to 69 km in Cairo, Egypt

Location

Cairo, EgyptShow on map(30.0626° N, 31.2497° E)

Date & StatusDecember 5, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +1,794 m

Pharaohs Pyramids Trail is an endurance sporting event in Cairo, EG focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Desert, Culture & History, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 69 km (69 km, +1,794 m D+), and Walking 46 km (46 km, +207 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from December 5, 2026 to December 13, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailtobealive.fr).

Official website

Pharaohs Pyramids Trail in Kairo (Work: "Western Desert, Sahara Desert, Libyan Desert, Egypt", Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Western Desert, Sahara Desert, Libyan Desert, Egypt" · Photo: **Vyacheslav Argenberg** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Desert Culture & History Multi-Day

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 69 km	Trail Running	69 km	+1,794 m	224 m - 977 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 46 km	Walking & Hiking	46 km	+207 m	227 m - 314 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

69 km

Elevation gain

+1,794 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,794 m D-

Altitude range

224 m - 977 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

69 km+1,794 m D+Peak 977 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 224 m to 977 m above sea level (+1,794 m D+, -1,794 m D-)

Peak: 977 m·at 51.1 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Pharaohs Pyramids Trail take place?

Pharaohs Pyramids Trail takes place in Cairo, EG (start area at coordinates 30.0626° N, 31.2497° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from December 5, 2026 to December 13, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Pharaohs Pyramids Trail?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 69 km (69 km, +1,794 m D+), and Walking 46 km (46 km, +207 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Pharaohs Pyramids Trail?

The main competition (Trail 69 km over 69 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,794 m of elevation gain and -1,794 m of elevation loss, ranging between 224 m and 977 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 Pharaohs Pyramids Trail?

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