Risnjak Trail

Trail Running covering 11 km to 32.7 km with up to 1,698 m D+ in Crni Lug (County of Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Croatia)

Location

Crni Lug, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, CroatiaShow on map(45.4197° N, 14.7044° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,698 m

Risnjak Trail is an endurance sporting event in Crni Lug, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, HR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Mountain.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail Rys (Lynx) (32.7 km, +1,698 m D+), Trail Vuk (Wolf) (23.5 km, +1,196 m D+), and Trail Medo (Bear) (11 km, +455 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 (thegreatrefresh.com).

Official website

Risnjak Trail in Crni Lug (Work: "Triglav Lakes Valley Mountain Lodge in Slovenia's Julian Alps", Photo: Bob Ramsak, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Triglav Lakes Valley Mountain Lodge in Slovenia's Julian Alps" · Photo: **Bob Ramsak** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Lakes & Ponds Nature & Off-Road Kids & Youth Races Mountain

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail Rys (Lynx)	Trail Running	32.7 km	+1,698 m	620 m - 1,333 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail Vuk (Wolf)	Trail Running	23.5 km	+1,196 m	623 m - 1,125 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail Medo (Bear)	Trail Running	11 km	+455 m	626 m - 817 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

32.7 km

Elevation gain

+1,698 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,698 m D-

Altitude range

620 m - 1,333 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

10.4 % / 18.7 %

Course format

Loop course

32.7 km+1,698 m D+Peak 1,333 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,333 m above sea level (+1,698 m D+, -1,698 m D-)

Peak: 1,333 m·at 9.3 km·Ø 10.4 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Risnjak Trail take place?

Risnjak Trail takes place in Crni Lug, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, HR (start area at coordinates 45.4197° N, 14.7044° 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 Risnjak Trail?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail Rys (Lynx) (32.7 km, +1,698 m D+), Trail Vuk (Wolf) (23.5 km, +1,196 m D+), and Trail Medo (Bear) (11 km, +455 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (Trail Rys (Lynx) over 32.7 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,698 m of elevation gain and -1,698 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,333 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 Risnjak Trail?

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