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Europe’s trail race price map: how much does it cost to run?

Trail running has exploded across Europe, with hundreds of stunning courses and legendary events from the peaks of the Alps to the volcanic trails of the Canary Islands. But does the price to line up at the start vary as much as the terrain? Our comprehensive study analyzed over 200 races, from famous events like […]

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Damian Watson on Conquering the One Hundred® Ladakh Trail to Heaven

High in the Himalayas, where the air is thin and every step feels heavier than the last, lies a race that defies ordinary trail running. The One Hundred® Ladakh Trail to Heaven is not just a test of endurance — it’s a battle with altitude, terrain, and self. With passes rising above 5,000 metres, landscapes […]

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Val d’Aran by UTMB 2026: How to prepare for it starting in autumn

When I first signed up for the Val d’Aran by UTMB 2026, I knew I was committing to more than just a race. This wasn’t going to be a last-minute, wing-it kind of ultra. To truly respect the mountains of the Aran Valley—and finish strong—I had to start planning way ahead. So, as soon as […]

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Cami de Cavalls 360 (multi-stage) – why Menorca is perfect in autumn

When I signed up for the Cami de Cavalls 360 2025, I didn’t fully understand the kind of adventure I was stepping into. I had heard of Menorca’s beauty, of course, but experiencing the island by foot, across several days and terrains, took it to another level. The format I chose was Experience, and let […]

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Ultra Trail Palentina – complete guide to its 72K race

When I first signed up for the Palentina Trail 2024, I knew it would be a physical and mental challenge. However, nothing could fully prepare me for the brutal beauty of its limestone peaks, relentless climbs, and the constantly shifting September skies. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything I learned from running the […]

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The Aneto Loop 55K format: strategy and mandatory gear

The Aneto Loop 55K race is, without a doubt, one of the most spectacular and demanding mountain trail races I’ve ever faced. From the moment you cross the starting line in Benasque, you know this isn’t just another long-distance race—it’s a journey across the rugged heart of the Pyrenees, with the towering Aneto watching your […]

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