Sahara Desert Trail Morocco

Trail Running covering 132 km in Merzouga (Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco)

LocationMerzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MoroccoShow on map(31.0991° N, 4.0130° W)
Date & StatusJanuary 23, 2027 to January 30, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +3,432 m

Sahara Desert Trail Morocco is an endurance sporting event in Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA focused on Trail Running. Key features include Desert, Multi-Day, Nature & Off-Road, Stage Race.

The competition program features Trail 132 km (132 km, +3,432 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from January 23, 2027 to January 30, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (saharadeserttrailmorocco.com).

Sahara Desert Trail Morocco in Merzouga (Work: "LSRA Dunes Landscape", Photo: BLMUtah, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (1)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 132 kmTrail Running132 km+3,432 m2 m - 1,443 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Trail 132 km132 km
Distance
132 km
Elevation gain
+3,432 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,432 m D-
Altitude range
2 m - 1,443 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
132 km+3,432 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120FS31.0991° N, 4.0130° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 1,443 m above sea level (+3,432 m D+, -3,432 m D-)

Peak: 1,443 m·at 69.1 km·Ø 5.2 %
2 m482 m963 m1,443 m0 km26.4 km52.8 km79.2 km105.6 km132 km1,443 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Sahara Desert Trail Morocco take place?

Sahara Desert Trail Morocco takes place in Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA (start area at coordinates 31.0991° N, 4.013° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from January 23, 2027 to January 30, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Sahara Desert Trail Morocco?

The competition program features Trail 132 km (132 km, +3,432 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Sahara Desert Trail Morocco?

The main competition (Trail 132 km over 132 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,432 m of elevation gain and -3,432 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 1,443 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 Sahara Desert Trail Morocco?

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