Trail Running

UltraMad Madagascar

Trail Running covering 40.3 km to 66.3 km with up to 2,871 m D+ in Antsirabe (Vakinankaratra, Madagascar)

LocationAntsirabe, Vakinankaratra Region, MadagascarShow on map(19.8659° S, 47.0333° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,871 m

UltraMad Madagascar is an endurance sporting event in Antsirabe, Vakinankaratra Region, MG focused on Trail Running. Key features include High Altitude, Mountain, Multi-Day, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 3rd stage: Andringitra National Park and the Tsaranoro Valley (66.3 km, +2,871 m D+), 2nd stage: the Zafimaniry country (40.4 km, +1,472 m D+), and 1st stage: the Ibity Massif (40.3 km, +1,692 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 (ultramad.fr).

Official website
UltraMad Madagascar in Antsirabe (Work: "Piton de La Fournaise - Paysage de l'île de La Réunion", Photo: Alexandre Péribé, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Piton de La Fournaise - Paysage de l'île de La Réunion" · Photo: Alexandre Péribé · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

High AltitudeMountainMulti-DayNature & Off-RoadIslandPublic Park

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
3rd stage: Andringitra National Park and the Tsaranoro ValleyTrail Running66.3 km+2,871 m8 m - 1,214 mLoop courseRoute & profile
2nd stage: the Zafimaniry countryTrail Running40.4 km+1,472 m11 m - 629 mLoop courseRoute & profile
1st stage: the Ibity MassifTrail Running40.3 km+1,692 m14 m - 725 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
66.3 km
Elevation gain
+2,871 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,871 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 1,214 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.7 % / 15.7 %
Course format
Loop course
66.3 km+2,871 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N102030405060FS19.8659° S, 47.0333° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 1,214 m above sea level (+2,871 m D+, -2,871 m D-)

Peak: 1,214 m·at 32.1 km·Ø 8.7 %
8 m410 m812 m1,214 m0 km13.3 km26.5 km39.8 km53 km66.3 km1,214 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does UltraMad Madagascar take place?

UltraMad Madagascar takes place in Antsirabe, Vakinankaratra Region, MG (start area at coordinates 19.8659° S, 47.0333° 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 UltraMad Madagascar?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 3rd stage: Andringitra National Park and the Tsaranoro Valley (66.3 km, +2,871 m D+), 2nd stage: the Zafimaniry country (40.4 km, +1,472 m D+), and 1st stage: the Ibity Massif (40.3 km, +1,692 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for UltraMad Madagascar?

The main competition (3rd stage: Andringitra National Park and the Tsaranoro Valley over 66.3 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,871 m of elevation gain and -2,871 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 1,214 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 UltraMad Madagascar?

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