The Abbots Way Ultra

Trail Running covering 35 km to 120.7 km with up to 5,700 m D+ in Bobbio (Emilia-Romagna, Italy)

Location

Bobbio, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyShow on map(44.7701° N, 9.3859° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +5,700 m

The Abbots Way Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Bobbio, Emilia-Romagna, IT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Mountain.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including UltraTrail (120.7 km, +5,700 m D+), The UltraShot (60 km, +2,800 m D+), and The Shot (35 km, +1,300 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 (theabbotsway.wordpress.com).

Official website

The Abbots Way Ultra in Bobbio (Work: "I cipressi della Val D'Orcia", Photo: Carlo cattaneo fotografie, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "I cipressi della Val D'Orcia" · Photo: **Carlo cattaneo fotografie** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Forest Nature & Off-Road City Run Mountain High Altitude

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
UltraTrail	Trail Running	120.7 km	+5,700 m	1,150 m - 3,544 m	Loop course	Route & profile
The UltraShot	Trail Running	60 km	+2,800 m	1,153 m - 2,329 m	Loop course	Route & profile
The Shot	Trail Running	35 km	+1,300 m	1,156 m - 1,702 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

120.7 km

Elevation gain

+5,700 m D+

Elevation loss

-5,700 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 3,544 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

9.4 % / 16.9 %

Course format

Loop course

120.7 km+5,700 m D+Peak 3,544 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,544 m above sea level (+5,700 m D+, -5,700 m D-)

Peak: 3,544 m·at 58.2 km·Ø 9.4 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Abbots Way Ultra take place?

The Abbots Way Ultra takes place in Bobbio, Emilia-Romagna, IT (start area at coordinates 44.7701° N, 9.3859° 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 The Abbots Way Ultra?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including UltraTrail (120.7 km, +5,700 m D+), The UltraShot (60 km, +2,800 m D+), and The Shot (35 km, +1,300 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Abbots Way Ultra?

The main competition (UltraTrail over 120.7 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,700 m of elevation gain and -5,700 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,544 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 The Abbots Way Ultra?

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