Retezat Mountain Run ~ 2026

Retezat Mountain Run is a mountain running competition held in the Retezat Mountains, with courses climbing to the summit of Mount Retezat. The event offers four races of varying difficulty and distance, from the 8.5 km Easy Run to the nearly 40 km Marathon, with over 3,300 m of elevation gain. The courses cross wild landscapes, with aid stations in hard-to-reach areas, and the event is organized with the help of dedicated volunteers and mountain authorities. The event continues the tradition of Retezat Marathon, with a new team and a long-term continuity plan.

Registration and race-kit distribution take place Friday from 15:00 to 23:00 and Saturday from 6:00 to 9:00 at Apres Ski, at the base of the Râușor ski slope. A technical briefing and a Pasta Party are held before the race. Mandatory equipment includes trail-running shoes and a windproof/rain jacket. The courses are marked and monitored, and runners must manage their own nutrition and hydration between aid stations. It is recommended to leave your car in the parking area at the end of the paved road, a 10-minute walk from the start. Courses have significant elevation gain and difficult mountain terrain, with limited support in some areas; mountain weather conditions should be taken into account.