Corfu Mountain Trail 2027
- Next event : 8 Sat ➜ May 9, 2027Date confirmed
- Last event : 2 Sat ➜ May 3, 2026
The event in a few words
Get ready to become "crazy about Corfu" (as a certain Frank Michael would say)! 🎤 We hope you warmed up well 🏋️, because an extreme adventure is what you’re about to experience! 🗺️ In the heart of the splendid Island of Corfu, in Greece, the trails and small village roads will welcome a squadron of trail runners ready to battle it out 💪. Long trail or short trail, all distances will be in the spotlight during this sporty weekend 😎. In early May, you’ll be immersed in scenery worthy of the Bahamas: paradise beaches 🏖️, turquoise waters 🌊, lush vegetation 🌿 and small typical hamlets! 🏘️
So it’s between nature and the seaside that your race will take place! 🌞 Four routes will be offered: the "Quick Trail" of 12 km and 300 mD+ for a quick but intense introduction to the beauty of Corfu, the "Olive Tree" of 24 km and 1,200 mD+ for a deeper immersion among centuries-old olive groves 🌳, the "Rain Trail" of 44 km and 2,200 mD+ for lovers of wild landscapes looking to push their limits, and finally the "CMT Ultra"! 🔥 This behemoth boasts no less than 103 km and 4,200 mD+ 🤯. Ultra-trail runners in search of a new playground will be well served! 😅 Over the kilometers, you’ll learn a bit more about island life and, above all, you’ll be able to admire quite a few of its most famous monuments (even more if you run the 103 km 😂). Don’t worry: even if you cross the road—or rather the sand ⌛—of Corfu’s beaches, you won’t have to run on them and risk battling a grain of sand stuck in your shoe 😬. All the routes share one thing in common: their finish! 🏁 Whatever distance you choose, you’ll cross the finish line right in the city center 🏙️, to the applause of the locals who come especially for the occasion! 🥳 This 12th edition will surely make as many happy people as previous ones 😁. Its reputation is such that the cream of the elite ⭐ takes the start of the day’s biggest race: Franco Collet, Ludovic Pommeret, Maude Mathys, Marco Olmo, Giuditta Turini and Gediminas Grinius have chosen the Corfu Mountain Trail 🏆. The reason? Well, the event is part of the UTMB circuit! 🌍
So, for this world-renowned event, why not stay one or two extra days and enjoy this highly sought-after destination? 🤔 Out of season and without the tourists 🧳, you’ll be able to fully enjoy the beauty and authenticity of this little slice of paradise 😇. To rest your legs, you can lace up your sneakers 🥾 and head out—poles in hand and cap pulled down tight 🧢—to conquer the Old Town of Corfu, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site 🏰. You can also enjoy a getaway to Paleokastritsa to discover its paradise beaches and its sea caves 🏖️, or dive into history at the Achilleion, the splendid palace of Empress Sissi 🏛️. With family, as a couple, or with friends, there’s no shortage of options! 🤗
By taking part in the Corfu Mountain Trail, you won’t just be doing sport—you’ll live an extraordinary adventure between mountain and sea 🌅.
4 reasons to join this race
A word from the organizer:
"As race director, my greatest wish is that every runner leaves Corfu having discovered the island the way few visitors get the chance to. The Corfu Mountain Trail is much more than a race; it’s a journey through centuries-old olive groves, picturesque mountain villages, spectacular coastal paths and breathtaking viewpoints that reveal the island’s secret soul. Together with our volunteers and local communities, we look forward to welcoming you with true Corfiot hospitality and sharing an unforgettable adventure. See you at the starting line!"
A distance for every taste
103 kmTOP
44 km
24 km
12 km
- Saturday, May 8, 2027 at 6:00 AM
- Elevation gain : 4200mD+
- 1 loopx103 km
A few more words
Starting from Ypsos 📍, you will head toward the village of Spartila. You will continue your climb up to Taxiarchis, then on to Mount Pantokrator ⛰️, the highest point of Corfu ⬆️. At kilometer 12, you will reach the highest point of the race. So hang on, it’s going to climb hard! 📈 From there, you will cross technical terrain that will guide you to the village of Strinilas. You will then descend toward the Panagia of the Routes church, then take a paved road to the village of Sgourades. For about 2 km, you will run on asphalt 🛣️, then turn right at kilometer 22 onto an orchid trail 🌺 leading to the village of Zygos. You will then follow a stream for about 2 km, before climbing up to kilometer 27 to reach the traditional village of Sokraki. Next, you will move along the mountain ridge, passing through the areas of Pilida, Trumpeta - Agia Anna, with the city of Corfu on your left 👀 and, on your right, the northern part of the island 🏝️ and the Diapontian islands Othoni Erikoussa Mathraki. You will then pass through the village of Lakones at km 42. You will enjoy a dream panorama over Paleokastritsa 🤩. At this point, there is a unique natural environment harmoniously combining deep green and the blue of the sea; it is one of the island’s most beautiful views 😎. You will thus find yourself in Ermones 🥰. You will then successively follow the beaches of Myrtiotissa, Glyfada, Kontogialo 🏖️, then enjoy a refreshment stop in the village of Varypatades 🏘️. You will continue on trails to reach the villages of Kouramades, Castellanoi, where there will be another aid station 🍽️. You will head toward the village of Agioi Deka, where there will again be a water station 🚰, and you will descend toward the village of Garounas. You will cross vast olive groves 🫒 to the village of Stavros, the last refreshment point on the route 🥪. Leaving Stavros, you will take a technical trail to the village of Benitses, then climb up to the monastery of Agia Kyriaki ⛪, next to the Achillion Palace. From there, by following the Yarda trail, you will reach Perama and, by crossing the bridge 🌉, you will be able to spot Mouse Island (Pontikonisi) and the church of Vlaherena. You will sprint to Kanoni, admire the Mon Repos Resort 🏨, and begin your last kilometers near Garitsa Beach. You will have to climb up to the central square of Spianada before finishing in front of Liston, the central square of the city of Corfu 😉.
44 km : Rain Trail
Trail- Saturday, May 8, 2027 at 3:00 PM
- Elevation gain : 2200mD+
- 1 loopx44 km
A few more words
The route starts in Ermones 📍. You will then successively follow the beaches of Myrtiotissa, Glyfada, Kontogialo 🏖️, then enjoy a refuel stop in the village of Varypatades 🏘️. You will continue along trails to reach the villages of Kouramades, Castellanoi, where there will be another aid station 🍽️. You will head toward the village of Agioi Deka, where there will again be a water station 🚰, and you will descend toward the village of Garounas. You will cross vast olive groves 🫒 all the way to the village of Stavros, the last refueling point on the course 🥪. Leaving Stavros, you will take a technical trail to the village of Benitses, then climb up to the Agia Kyriaki Monastery ⛪, next to the Achillion Palace. From there, following the Yarda trail, you will reach Perama and, crossing the bridge 🌉, you will be able to spot Mouse Island (Pontikonisi) and the Vlaherena Church. You will dash to Kanoni, admire the Mon Repos Resort 🏨 and begin your final kilometers by Garitsa Beach. You will have to climb up to the central square of Spianada before finishing in front of Liston, the main square of the city of Corfu 😉.
24 km : Olive Tree
Trail- Saturday, May 8, 2027 at 5:00 PM
- Elevation gain : 1200mD+
- 1 loopx24 km
A few more words
Starting from Koinopiastes 📍, you will head towards the village of Agioi Deka 🏘️, where there will be a water refill station 🚰, then you will go down towards the village of Garounas on a trail, with no particular difficulty 😉. You will cross immense olive groves 🫒 all the way to the village of Stavros, where the last aid station 🛟 will be. Leaving Stavros, you will go down a technical trail 📉 that will take you to the village of Benitses, then you will climb up to the monastery of Agia Kyriaki ⛪, next to the Achillion Palace. From there, following the Yarda trail, you will reach Perama and, crossing the bridge, you will be able to catch sight of Mouse Island (Pontikonisi) 🏝️ and the Church of Vlaherena ⛪. You will gallop on to Kanoni, pass in front of the Mon Repos Resort and you will reach the final kilometers of your challenge at Garitsa Beach 🏖️. You will have one last climb up to the central square of Spianada and cross the finish line 🏁 in front of Liston, the central square of the town of Corfu 🤩.
12 km : Quick Trail
Trail- Sunday, May 9, 2027 at 9:30 AM
- Elevation gain : 300mD+
- 1 loopx12 km
A few more words
The route will start from the village of Benitses 🏘️ and climb up to the monastery of Agia Kyriaki ⛪, next to the Achillion Palace. From there, by following the Yarda path, you will reach Perama and, crossing the bridge 🌉, you will catch sight of Mouse Island (Pontikonisi) 🐁 and the Vlaherena church on your right. You will run to Kanoni, pass by Mon Repos Resort 🏨 and reach the last kilometers from Garitsa Beach 🏖️. You will have to tackle one last climb up to the central Spianada square and finish your run in front of Liston, the central square of the town of Corfu 🤩.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
You’ll be able to pick up your bib the day before your race starts, on May 7, 2027, from 5pm to 9pm, on Liston Square, in Corfu, Greece. For the "Ultra" race, you can also go there 2 to 3 hours before the start.
The Corfu Mountain Trail will take place on Saturday May 8 and Sunday May 9, 2027. The starts for the routes will be as follows:
for the "Ultra Trail" (103 km, 4,200 mD+): start from the port of Ipsos at 6am on Saturday May 8, 2027 and finish at Corfu Liston within 22 hours
for the "Rain Trail" (44 km, 2,200 mD+): start from Ermones and finish at Corfu Liston on Saturday May 8, 2027 at 3pm with a time limit of 10 hours
for the "Olive Tree" (24 km, 1,200 mD+): start from Koinopiastes and finish at Corfu Liston on Saturday May 8, 2027 at 5pm with a time limit of 5 hours
for the "Quick Trail" (12 km, 300 mD+): start from Benitses and finish at Corfu Liston on Sunday May 9, 2027 at 9:30am with a time limit of 3 hours
For the "Ultra Trail": 6 solid-food aid stations at Kelia, Sokraki, Lakones, Vatos, Kastellani, Stavros and intermediate water points
For the "Rain Trail": 3 solid-food aid stations at Kastellanoi, at the Agioi Deka Monastery, at Stavros and intermediate water points
For the "Olive Tree": 1 solid-food aid station at the Agioi Deka Monastery and 3 intermediate water points
For the "Quick Trail": 2 aid stations (water, sweet and savory food, isotonic drinks)
For the "Ultra Trail": €130
For the "Rain Trail": €50 then €60
For the "Olive Tree": €30
For the "Quick Trail": €20 then €25
The t-shirt will cost an additional €15, except for the "Ultra Trail".
Mandatory equipment for the "Ultra Trail":
two headlamps
spare batteries
a waterproof rain jacket
a survival blanket
a whistle
elastic bandages
an extra t-shirt
a water reservoir
a mobile phone
a reserve of solid food (about 1,000 kCal)
a reusable cup
Mandatory equipment for the "Rain Trail":
two headlamps
spare batteries
a survival blanket
a whistle
elastic bandages
an extra t-shirt
a water reservoir
a mobile phone
a reserve of solid food (about 500 kCal)
a reusable cup
Mandatory equipment for the "Olive Tree":
two headlamps
spare batteries
a survival blanket
a whistle
elastic bandages
an extra t-shirt
a water reservoir
a mobile phone
a reserve of solid food (about 500 kCal)
a reusable cup
Mandatory equipment for the "Quick Trail":
a reusable cup or a water reservoir
For the "Ultra Trail": 22 hours maximum with checkpoints at Sokraki (km 26) after 5h30, Ermones (km 56) after 12h and Stavros (km 86) after 18h.
For the "Rain Trail": 10 hours maximum with checkpoints at Kastelanoi (km 17) after 4h and Stavros (km 30) after 6h.
For the "Olive Tree": 5 hours maximum with a checkpoint at Stavros (km 11) after 3h.
For the "Quick Trail": 3 hours maximum
Please note that for the "Ultra Trail" and the "Rain Trail", it is possible to start even earlier than the announced time.
Yes, you must be at least 18 on race day to take part in any of the events (born on 08/09/2009 or earlier).
If you still have questions, you can contact the organizers by email: info@corfumountaintrail.com
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