Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Sky Erciyes

Trail Running covering 4.5 km to 64 km with up to 3,000 m D+ in Hacılar (Kayseri, Turkey)

LocationHacılar, Kayseri, TürkiyeShow on map(38.6460° N, 35.4526° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,000 m

Sky Erciyes is an endurance sporting event in Hacılar, Kayseri, TR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Vertical Race.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 64 km (64 km, +3,000 m D+), Trail 45 km (45 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,432 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 m D+), and Trail 4.5 km (4.5 km, +171 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 (skyerciyes.com).

Official website
Sky Erciyes in Hacılar (Work: "David Kelleher representing Republic of Ireland and Stuart McNally representing Great Britain competing in the World Masters Mountain Running Championships in 2022", Photo: Athetics123, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"David Kelleher representing Republic of Ireland and Stuart McNally representing Great Britain competing in the World Masters Mountain Running Championships in 2022" · Photo: Athetics123 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainVertical RaceMulti-DayHigh Altitude

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 64 kmTrail Running64 km+3,000 m1,150 m - 2,410 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 45 kmTrail Running45 km+2,500 m1,153 m - 2,203 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+1,432 m1,156 m - 1,757 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+456 m1,159 m - 1,351 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 4.5 kmTrail Running4.5 km+171 m1,162 m - 1,234 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
64 km
Elevation gain
+3,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,000 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,410 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.4 % / 16.9 %
Course format
Loop course
64 km+3,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N102030405060FS38.6460° N, 35.4526° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,410 m above sea level (+3,000 m D+, -3,000 m D-)

Peak: 2,410 m·at 22.7 km·Ø 9.4 %
1,150 m1,570 m1,990 m2,410 m0 km12.8 km25.6 km38.4 km51.2 km64 km2,410 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Sky Erciyes take place?

Sky Erciyes takes place in Hacılar, Kayseri, TR (start area at coordinates 38.646° N, 35.4526° 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 Sky Erciyes?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 64 km (64 km, +3,000 m D+), Trail 45 km (45 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,432 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 m D+), and Trail 4.5 km (4.5 km, +171 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Sky Erciyes?

The main competition (Trail 64 km over 64 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,000 m of elevation gain and -3,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,410 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 Sky Erciyes?

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