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Istria 100 by UTMB
Umag, Croatia
April 1, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
168.2 km111.4 km69.6 km42.5 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+3
April Race Calendar · 231 Events · 963 Races
Races and Endurance Events in April
231 events featuring 963 individual races in April, including 36 with confirmed upcoming dates.
Events23136 confirmed dates
Competitions963Races & courses
Distances1 - 250 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,158 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Marathon des Sables
Ouarzazate, Morocco
April 2, 2027 to April 12, 2027Date confirmed
250 km
DesertMulti-Day+4
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Paris-Backyard-Ultra - Saint Quentin
Trappes, France
April 2, 2027Date confirmed
6.71 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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Marathon de Cheverny
Cheverny, France
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
63 km42.2 km35 km21.1 km+3
CastlesFestive+6
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Reventón El Paso
Santa Cruz de La Palma, Spain
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
70.5 km42.2 km31.8 km17.5 km+2
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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The Yvelines Diagonal
Breuil-Bois-Robert, France
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
103 km80 km50 km23 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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USOL Trail Challenge
Vaugneray, France
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
4.3 km12 h
Nature & Off-RoadRelay+2
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Baloise Marathon de Namur
Namur, Belgium
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km1 km
Charity RunCity Run+7
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Istria 100 by UTMB | Umag, Istrische Županie, HR | Trail Running | 168.2 km111.4 km69.6 km42.5 km |
| Apr 2, 2027 - Apr 12, 2027 | Marathon des Sables | Ouarzazate, Drâa-Tafilalet, MA | Trail Running | 250 km |
| Apr 2, 2027 | Paris-Backyard-Ultra - Saint Quentin | Trappes, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 6.71 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Marathon de Cheverny | Cheverny, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 63 km42.2 km35 km21.1 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Reventón El Paso | Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands, ES | Trail Running | 70.5 km42.2 km31.8 km17.5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | The Yvelines Diagonal | Breuil-Bois-Robert, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 103 km80 km50 km23 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | USOL Trail Challenge | Vaugneray, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 4.3 km12 h |
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Baloise Marathon de Namur | Namur, Wallonia, BE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km1 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Limassol Marathon |  Limassol, Limassol, CY | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Formentera All Round Trail | La Savina, Balearic Islands, ES | Trail Running | 70 km40.4 km17.4 km11 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Grawe Zadar Night Run | Zadar, Zadar County, HR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km |
| Apr 3, 2027 | Trail des Collines Normandes | Condé-en-Normandie, Normandy, FR | Trail Running | 50 km35 km22 km14 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
April is peak spring marathon season, offering cool racing temperatures for personal bests on the road alongside scenic foothill trails. The RunningCompass calendar for April brings together 231 events with 963 individual races, including 36 confirmed upcoming editions.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 250 km and elevation gains up to +8,158 m. Key host locations include Umag, Ouarzazate, Trappes, Cheverny. Notable events in this selection include Istria 100 by UTMB, Marathon des Sables, Paris-Backyard-Ultra - Saint Quentin.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Races and Endurance Events in April?
This overview currently includes 231 verified events featuring 963 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 195 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Races and Endurance Events in April?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 250 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +8,158 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Races and Endurance Events in April?
Top host locations include Umag, Ouarzazate, Trappes, Cheverny, Santa Cruz de La Palma. Representative events in the catalog include Istria 100 by UTMB, Marathon des Sables, Paris-Backyard-Ultra - Saint Quentin, Marathon de Cheverny. April is peak spring marathon season, offering cool racing temperatures for personal bests on the road alongside scenic foothill trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Races and Endurance Events in April?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 963 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.