Amizmiz-Marrakech Trail 2026

Happy Birthday! 🥳

What? It's not today? 🤔 Oh, but yes! Surprise, you didn't know it, but you're going to be showered with gifts very soon 🎁. Specifically, in early May 2026, during the 8th edition of the Ultra Trail Amizmiz! For this festive competition, we're taking you to Morocco, in the small town of Amizmiz, located 55 km from the beautiful Marrakech. Put on your sneakers because we offer you a competition where you'll surely find the right distance for you 👟. Various trail routes are available: 10 km (also achievable by walking), 22 km, 42 km, 64 km, 90 km (also available as a relay by two participants) and kids' courses 👧. You'll quickly see that the setting is impressive as you'll have the chance to run in the High Atlas mountain range, between stone desert and snowy mountains 🏔. Tempted? Come on, we'll tell you more over a good mint tea 🫖.

Trail Maroc, which organizes 4 competitions each year, is back with the 8th edition of the Ultra Trail Amizmiz 🏃‍♂️. The event takes place in the village of Amizmiz, in the Marrakech-Safi region, located near the former royal capital, Marrakech 🇲🇦. With stunning views of the arid desert and the snowy High Atlas (known as "the Roof of Morocco" 🛖), the upcoming races promise to be rich in unique landscapes. Moreover, this nature is largely preserved, thanks to the efforts of marathoners who collect several tons of waste in the area each year ♻. Trails are laid out on existing paths, materials used are biodegradable, and the courses are continuously maintained to fit the sustainability goals of these nature lovers 💚. It's proof that it's possible (and necessary!) to combine a love for outdoor sports with ecology! And to show just how thoughtful the organizers are, they also offer a social dimension to participants! The majority of funds will go to victims of the devastating earthquake that hit Morocco in September 2023, causing many casualties, injuries, and homelessness 🙏.

After completing your good deed and participating in the race, you can indulge in your preferred activities, whether they are sports, cultural, historical, religious, or culinary 🥳. Indeed, the Marrakech-Safi region is the perfect blend of wild nature and urban dynamism. You can, for instance, continue with one of the High Atlas hiking trails, enjoy a horse, donkey, or camel ride, or go quad biking in the Agafay Desert to see the enchanting oasis 🤩. Canoeing, kayaking, golf... there is no shortage of outdoor activities, and enthusiasts will be amazed by the rich local wildlife in the Toubkal National Park, home to gazelles, lynxes, leopards, jackals, mouflons, and birds of prey 🦅. The flora is also noteworthy, as you'll see throughout your races 🌳. You'll be surprised by the region's biodiversity as you pass by the eucalyptus forest, olive groves, or visit the gardens of Menara and Majorelle 🌵.

If you're not convinced yet, know that we have more reasons for you. One of them is called "tajine", and another is "couscous"... 🥘 You know what we're talking about, right? Your head must be spinning like a souk 😏 with all this information. So we'll let you recover and look forward to seeing you under the sun of Marrakech next April, in the Medina of the city. And if, unfortunately, you can't participate in the competition, know that you can immediately dry your tears and start looking at the Trail or Bike Takerkoust, Trail Aurocher Oukaimeden, or Trail or Bike Marrakech. All these events are also offered by Trail Maroc. They're full of great ideas! 🫶