Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Trail Kursiu Nerija

Trail Running covering 11.5 km to 104.5 km with up to 1,150 m D+ in Klaipėda, Lithuania

LocationKlaipėda, Klaipėda District, LithuaniaShow on map(55.7033° N, 21.1443° E)
Date & StatusOctober 16, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +1,150 m

Trail Kursiu Nerija is an endurance sporting event in Klaipėda, Klaipėda District, LT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Seaside & Coast.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 104.5 km (104.5 km, +1,150 m D+), Trail 70 km (70 km, +950 m D+), Trail 50.9 km (50.9 km, +600 m D+), Trail 42 km (42 km, +380 m D+), Trail 21.1 km (21.1 km, +240 m D+), and Trail 11.5 km (11.5 km, +90 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 16, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailkursiunerija.com).

Official website
Trail Kursiu Nerija in Klaipėda (Work: "View towards Kasprowy Peak", Photo: Kris Sliver, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"View towards Kasprowy Peak" · Photo: Kris Sliver · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

ForestNature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast

Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 104.5 kmTrail Running104.5 km+1,150 m8 m - 491 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 70 kmTrail Running70 km+950 m11 m - 410 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50.9 kmTrail Running50.9 km+600 m14 m - 266 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 42 kmTrail Running42 km+380 m17 m - 177 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 21.1 kmTrail Running21.1 km+240 m20 m - 121 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 11.5 kmTrail Running11.5 km+90 m8 m - 46 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
104.5 km
Elevation gain
+1,150 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,150 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 491 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
2.2 % / 4 %
Course format
Loop course
104.5 km+1,150 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS55.7033° N, 21.1443° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 491 m above sea level (+1,150 m D+, -1,150 m D-)

Peak: 491 m·at 42.3 km·Ø 2.2 %
8 m169 m330 m491 m0 km20.9 km41.8 km62.7 km83.6 km104.5 km491 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail Kursiu Nerija take place?

Trail Kursiu Nerija takes place in Klaipėda, Klaipėda District, LT (start area at coordinates 55.7033° N, 21.1443° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 16, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Trail Kursiu Nerija?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 104.5 km (104.5 km, +1,150 m D+), Trail 70 km (70 km, +950 m D+), Trail 50.9 km (50.9 km, +600 m D+), Trail 42 km (42 km, +380 m D+), Trail 21.1 km (21.1 km, +240 m D+), and Trail 11.5 km (11.5 km, +90 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail Kursiu Nerija?

The main competition (Trail 104.5 km over 104.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,150 m of elevation gain and -1,150 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 491 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 Trail Kursiu Nerija?

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