Retezat Mountain Run ~ 2026

Retezat Mountain Run is a mountain running competition held in the Retezat Mountains, with routes ascending to the Retezat peak. The event offers four races with different difficulties and distances, from Easy Run of 8.5 km to a nearly 40 km Marathon with over 3300 m of elevation gain. The routes traverse wild landscapes, with support points in hard-to-access areas, and the organization relies on dedicated volunteers and mountain authorities. The event continues the tradition of Retezat Marathon, with a new team and a long-term continuity plan.

Registrations and kit distribution are on Friday between 15:00-23:00 and Saturday between 6:00-9:00 at Apres Ski, Râușor ski resort base. There is a technical briefing and a Pasta Party before the race. Mandatory equipment includes mountain running shoes and windstopper/ rain gear. The routes are marked and supervised, and runners must manage their nutrition and hydration between support points. It is recommended to leave the car in the parking lot at the end of the asphalt, a 10-minute walk to the start. Routes with large elevation differences, difficult mountain terrain, limited support in certain areas, and mountain weather conditions should be taken into account.