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Salomon Cappadocia Ultra Trail 2025

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Salomon Cappadocia Ultra Trail

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The event in a few words

🎶 A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... 🪐 No, we're not spoiling the first Star Wars! 🎬 Although, it's true, the place we're taking you today looks a lot like Tatooine 🏜 , the vast desert planet where our dear Anakin Skywalker grew up! It's in Turkey 🇹🇷 that we are heading, more precisely to the Cappadocia region, to tell you the story of a truly galactic trail: the Cappadocia Ultra Trail! So hang tight; we are departing... now! Set your course for light speed to Ürgüp ! 🚀

Three, two, one... Light speed engaged! 🛸 We have three minutes to pitch the event to you, so let's go! Participating in the "Salomon Cappadocia Ultra-Trail" means having the chance, no, the privilege, to run on some of the highest plateaus ⛰ and valleys 🏜 of the volcanic region 🌋 located in central Turkey, to the east of the Anatolian peninsula. The landscapes are absolutely wonderful! You'll run through vast desert valleys 🌵, gallop close to blue azure lakes, but most importantly... You'll have the chance to discover the fairy chimneys! 🧚 "But, Jamy, what is a fairy chimney?" Excellent question! A fairy chimney is a massive column of rather friable rocks that can reach several tens of meters! 😮 And indeed, from a distance, one might think they are observing a giant chimney! So, are you motivated? 💪 Know that three courses are available: the "Cappadocia Ultra-Trail" (119 km), the "Cappadocia Medium Trail" (63 km), and finally the "Cappadocia Short Trail" (38 km). Well... Let's admit, 38 km isn't very "short"! 😂 And the good news for those who don't think they can handle such distances is that it's possible to complete them in a relay of 2, 6, or 3!

And what about the course? In 1985, the UNESCO decided to make the Cappadocia region a protected World Heritage site! 🏛 And we understand why! Indeed, Cappadocia is located at the heart of Anatolia 🇹🇷, a region famous for its surprising volcanic landscapes! 🌋 Indeed, there is a rock that takes all sorts of incredible forms due to past volcanic activity! 🪨 Notably, we find the fairy chimneys, these giant stone columns that locals sometimes used to carve their homes ⛰ and even build real underground cities! Additionally, the region is very rich from a historical viewpoint 👩‍🏫. Initially belonging to the Persians, then to the Romans, the region long served as a hiding place for Christians in underground cities before Christianity eventually became accepted in the area! An interesting past to discover and observe. The route of the Cappadocia Ultra Trail will therefore allow you to better know this incredible region from both a geological viewpoint and a historical viewpoint! Before and after the race, you can buy some energy bars, equipment and drinks in the village created for the occasion! 🤝

What, it's already over? No, because if you wish to take the opportunity to explore the region, we have some tips for you! First, if you want to get your adrenaline pumping and see these volcanic rocks up close, you can take a hot air balloon ride! 🎈 Flights last about sixty minutes, and you can then literally float above the valleys! 😉 Additionally, at the end of your journey, you will receive your flight certificate! 😁 You can also visit the underground city of Kaymakli, one of the oldest villages in Cappadocia! You can also take the opportunity to visit the famous open-air museum of Gorëme and admire the frescoes and paintings of the Byzantine Empire (dating back to the 10th century)! 🖼 Finally, if you’re a bit peckish, we encourage you to try all the different mezze (appetizers similar to Spanish tapas 🇪🇸), then enjoy the famous Köfte, typical meatballs! 🍽

There you go, that's the end of our galactic journey! Now it's your turn to play... May the force be with you! 💪

4 reasons to join this race

Total escape ⛰
This race will allow you to discover the region of Cappadocia by running, its immense natural cliffs, its valleys, its hills, its trails! The region is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site! 🌏 The escape will be total! Running is great, running amidst landscapes filled with volcanoes and cliffs is even better! 😍
A historic race 🏛
Cappadocia, meaning "land of beautiful horses" in Persian, once belonged to the Persians before being colonized by the Roman Empire 🏇. It's an incredible region that hosted many persecuted Christians who built and carved out immense underground cities.
A real challenge 🏃
119 km, 63 km, or 38 km... The distances offered are substantial and aimed at a well-trained audience! So, if you're ready to train and accept the challenge, you should truly enjoy the race and the course! 🏋️‍♂️
An international event ✈
The race attracts a crowd of runners from all corners of the world: all continents will be represented! So prepare your best English accent! 🗣

A distance for every taste

119.8 km : Salomon Cappadocia Ultra-Trail

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  • Saturday, October 18, 2025
  • Elevation gain : 3730mD+
  • 1 loopx119.8 km

A few more words

The "Cappadocia Ultra-Trail" is the biggest race of the event. 119 km for 3730 mD+, we hope you're ready!

Your start will be at 7 AM in the city center of Urgup 🇹🇷. Your route will take you along the hills and valleys of the Cappadocia region. Classified UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985 🏛️, you must be careful to leave everything clean behind you on your route, or risk disqualification 😡.

Along your path, you will find 10 refreshment and control points 🥤. At the 6th point, you can, if you wish, pick up your backpack 🎒, the one you left down below! At km 60, you will arrive at a refreshment/control point, which is a bit special as it has a sleeping area 🛌. You can rest to then set off again in full shape! 💪 The route will form a loop, your start and finish will be in the same place 🏁. Even though the region is vast, you will cross all the following towns: Ortahisar, Ibrahimpasa, Zemi Valley, Goreme, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar, Love Valley, Goreme, Cavusin, Akdag, Urgup, Mustafapasa, Damsa Lake, Taskinpasa, Karlik, Tas Ocagi.

The majority of the course is on hiking trails and on rocky terrain 🪨, we advise you to have experience in trail running!

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can pick up your bib at the race office in the city center of Urgup on the following dates:

  • Thursday, 16/10/2025 between 2 PM and 8 PM

  • Friday, 17/10/2025 between 10 AM and 10 PM

  • Saturday, 18/10/2025 between 5 AM and 6:30 AM

We advise you to make an appointment to reserve your time slot and minimize waiting time.

  • For the Salomon Cappadocia Ultra-Trail of 119 km: start at 7 AM on 18/10/2025 from Urgup city center

  • For the Salomon Cappadocia Medium Trail of 63 km: start at 7 AM on 18/10/2025 from Urgup city center

  • For the Salomon Cappadocia Short Trail of 38 km: start at 7 AM on 18/10/2025 from Urgup city center

  • For the Cappadocia Team Games CUT of 119 km in teams of 2: start at 7 AM on 18/10/2025 from Urgup city center

  • For the Cappadocia Team Games CMT of 63 km in teams of 6: start at 7 AM on 18/10/2025 from Urgup city center

  • For the Cappadocia Team Games CST of 38 km in teams of 3: start at 7 AM on 18/10/2025 from Urgup city center

  • For the 119 km races: 10 refreshment points are planned

  • For the 63 km races: 5 refreshment points are planned

  • For the 38 km races: 2 refreshment points are planned

You must be at least 18 years old on the day of the race to participate in individual races. For relay races, athletes aged 16 to 18 can run as team members in the Team Games CMT (63 km) and CST (38 km) races with parental consent.

  • For the Salomon Cappadocia Ultra-Trail of 119 km: under 24 hours

  • For the Salomon Cappadocia Medium Trail of 63 km: under 12.5 hours

  • For the Salomon Cappadocia Short Trail of 38 km: under 7 hours

  • For the Cappadocia Team Games CUT of 119 km in teams of 2: under 24 hours

  • For the Cappadocia Team Games CMT of 63 km in teams of 6: under 12.5 hours

  • For the Cappadocia Team Games CST of 38 km in teams of 3: under 7 hours

An award ceremony will take place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 11 AM on Urgup City Square. All participants will receive a finisher medal. A podium is planned for each event.

The weather is mild and humid in October, making for optimal racing conditions. The average temperature is 11°, with a minimum of 0° and a maximum of 22°.

You can contact the organizers:

For the Cappadocia Team Games CUT of 119 km:

  • a team of 2 runners

  • the first runner will run 63 km

  • the second runner will run 56 km

For the Cappadocia Team Games CMT of 63 km:

  • a team of 6 runners with at least 2 female members

  • the first runner will run 11.2 km

  • the second runner will run 16.6 km

  • the third runner will run 7.7 km

  • the fourth runner will run 12.7 km

  • the fifth runner will run 6.5 km

  • the sixth runner will run 8.9 km

For the Cappadocia Team Games CST of 38 km:

  • a team of 3 runners with at least 1 female member

  • the first runner will run 11.2 km

  • the second runner will run 12.6 km

  • the third runner will run 14.8 km

The teams must decide which runner will run in which order and inform the organization before October 7, 2024, by email: info@cappadociaultratrail

If you do not have the following equipment, you risk disqualification:

  • at least 1L of water

  • your bib visible

  • a charged mobile phone with the emergency number inside

  • an external battery

  • a survival blanket

  • a whistle

  • a cup or water bottle

  • headlamp with spare battery

  • appropriate shoes

  • the timing chip (provided by the organizer)

In addition to this list, the following equipment is recommended:

  • snacks (e.g., energy gels or bars)

  • a long-sleeved shirt

  • gloves

  • waterproof outer shell

  • a head covering (hat, bandana, cap)

  • elastic bands

  • trekking poles

  • trail running shoes

There are free shuttles for participants. These are used to take relay runners to their starting points and bring back those who drop out to the finish village.

If you have to abandon, there are two options:

  • if you abandon at a checkpoint/refueling station, you just have to wait and get on a shuttle that will take you back to the village

  • if you abandon between two checkpoints/refueling stations, you need to contact the organizer by phone +90 535 545 18 78 and proceed to the nearest checkpoint/refueling station

On site, you'll find changing rooms and lockers for your belongings. You can collect your bag at the 6th checkpoint/refueling station. At km 60, you'll find a sleeping area at the checkpoint/refueling station.

You can check the race rules here

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