Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Sapanca Ultra

Trail Running covering 6 km to 60 km with up to 2,540 m D+ in Sapanca (Sakarya, Turkey)

LocationSapanca, Sakarya, TürkiyeShow on map(40.6897° N, 30.2614° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,540 m

Sapanca Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Sapanca, Sakarya, TR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 60 km (60 km, +2,540 m D+), Trail 40 km (40 km, +1,670 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +798 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +494 m D+), and Trail 6 km (6 km, +228 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 (sapancaultra.org).

Official website
Sapanca Ultra in Sapanca (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
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 60 kmTrail Running60 km+2,540 m1,150 m - 2,217 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 40 kmTrail Running40 km+1,670 m1,153 m - 1,854 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 21 kmTrail Running21 km+798 m1,156 m - 1,491 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 13 kmTrail Running13 km+494 m1,159 m - 1,366 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 6 kmTrail Running6 km+228 m1,162 m - 1,258 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
60 km
Elevation gain
+2,540 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,540 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,217 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.5 % / 15.3 %
Course format
Loop course
60 km+2,540 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS40.6897° N, 30.2614° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,217 m above sea level (+2,540 m D+, -2,540 m D-)

Peak: 2,217 m·at 29.5 km·Ø 8.5 %
1,150 m1,506 m1,861 m2,217 m0 km12 km24 km36 km48 km60 km2,217 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Sapanca Ultra take place?

Sapanca Ultra takes place in Sapanca, Sakarya, TR (start area at coordinates 40.6897° N, 30.2614° 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 Sapanca Ultra?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 60 km (60 km, +2,540 m D+), Trail 40 km (40 km, +1,670 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +798 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +494 m D+), and Trail 6 km (6 km, +228 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (Trail 60 km over 60 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,540 m of elevation gain and -2,540 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,217 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 Sapanca Ultra?

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