RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town
Trail Running covering 15.8 km to 163 km with up to 7,187 m D+ in Cape Town (Western Cape, South Africa)
RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town is an endurance sporting event in Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races, World Trail Majors. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude, Seaside & Coast.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including UTCT (163 km, +7,187 m D+), UT100 (99.1 km, +5,000 m D+), PT55 (56.7 km, +2,644 m D+), TM35 (34.5 km, +1,928 m D+), EX23 (23.5 km, +1,038 m D+), and KS16 (15.8 km, +665 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from November 20, 2026 to November 22, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ultratrailcapetown.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTCT | Trail Running | 163 km | +7,187 m | 8 m - 4,680 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| UT100 | Trail Running | 99.1 km | +5,000 m | 11 m - 3,261 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| PT55 | Trail Running | 56.7 km | +2,644 m | 14 m - 1,733 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| TM35 | Trail Running | 34.5 km | +1,928 m | 17 m - 1,270 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| EX23 | Trail Running | 23.5 km | +1,038 m | 20 m - 695 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| KS16 | Trail Running | 15.8 km | +665 m | 8 m - 440 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 8 m to 4,680 m above sea level (+7,187 m D+, -6,109 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 11 m to 3,261 m above sea level (+5,000 m D+, -4,250 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 14 m to 1,733 m above sea level (+2,644 m D+, -2,247 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 17 m to 1,270 m above sea level (+1,928 m D+, -1,639 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 20 m to 695 m above sea level (+1,038 m D+, -882 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 8 m to 440 m above sea level (+665 m D+, -565 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town take place?
RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town takes place in Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA (start area at coordinates 33.9258° S, 18.4232° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from November 20, 2026 to November 22, 2026.
What races and distances are offered at RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including UTCT (163 km, +7,187 m D+), UT100 (99.1 km, +5,000 m D+), PT55 (56.7 km, +2,644 m D+), TM35 (34.5 km, +1,928 m D+), EX23 (23.5 km, +1,038 m D+), and KS16 (15.8 km, +665 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town?
The main competition (UTCT over 163 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +7,187 m of elevation gain and -6,109 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 4,680 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 RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ultratrailcapetown.com).