Silk Roads Trail

Walking & Hiking and Trail Running covering 72 km to 111 km in Urgench (Khorezm, Uzbekistan)

Location

Urganch, Khorezm, UzbekistanShow on map(41.5518° N, 60.6314° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +2,886 m

Silk Roads Trail is an endurance sporting event in Urganch, Khorezm, UZ focused on Walking & Hiking and Trail Running. Key features include Desert, Multi-Day, Unusual Venue.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 111 km (111 km, +2,886 m D+), and Walking 72 km (72 km, +324 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 (trailtobealive.fr).

Official website

Silk Roads Trail in Urganch (Work: "LSRA Dunes Landscape", Photo: BLMUtah, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "LSRA Dunes Landscape" · Photo: **BLMUtah** · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Desert Multi-Day Unusual Venue

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 111 km	Trail Running	111 km	+2,886 m	199 m - 1,411 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 72 km	Walking & Hiking	72 km	+324 m	202 m - 338 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

111 km

Elevation gain

+2,886 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,886 m D-

Altitude range

199 m - 1,411 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

111 km+2,886 m D+Peak 1,411 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 199 m to 1,411 m above sea level (+2,886 m D+, -2,886 m D-)

Peak: 1,411 m·at 57.5 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Silk Roads Trail take place?

Silk Roads Trail takes place in Urganch, Khorezm, UZ (start area at coordinates 41.5518° N, 60.6314° 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 Silk Roads Trail?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 111 km (111 km, +2,886 m D+), and Walking 72 km (72 km, +324 m D+). The competitions belong to Walking & Hiking and Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Silk Roads Trail?

The main competition (Trail 111 km over 111 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,886 m of elevation gain and -2,886 m of elevation loss, ranging between 199 m and 1,411 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 Silk Roads Trail?

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