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Trail Atlas Oukaimeden 2026

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The event in a few words

Have you heard about the High Atlas? We're not talking about the Titan from Greek mythology, but the mountain range in Morocco 🇲🇦.

Head to the province of Al Haouz in the region of Marrakech-Safi for an adventure that will take you to cloud nine 🌌. At the beginning of July, the ski resort at Oukaimeden trades its skis ⛷️ for your trail running shoes 👟 for an intense weekend with the Trail Atlas Oukaimeden! ☀️ As for the weather at this time, you'll be well served: pleasant temperatures (15-25°C), no heatwave like in the city 🌆. Plus, you’ll have long days to enjoy the stunning high-altitude desert landscapes around you 🏜️.

With 8 events spread over 2 days, there's something for every leg! Whether you're a seasoned ultra-trailer 💪 or a curious beginner looking to discover mountain trail running 🌱, the UTAO has thought of you! The "Challenge L'Ouka" (67 km over 2 days with 3860 mD+) for those hungry for elevation changes 🤤 just like the "Challenge Agnouziz" over two days but with a total of 46 km to cover, the "Trail Imnane" (42 km) for those who want a real challenge 🔥, the "Trail of the Three Summits" (25 km) for an intense discovery ⚡, the "Trail of the Valley" (21 km) accessible yet tough 💯, the "Trail of the Chalets" (16 km) to taste the altitude 🥾, the "Mini Trail Awoto" (10 km) for a gentle start 😊, and even a "Kids Trail" (3 km) for the little champs 🏆. Yes, we don't want any envy. Trail running is for everyone! 🤲 In short, you can come with your family and everyone will find their happiness! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦. Suffice to say that your thighs will remember it, but your eyes too, and that's what's important 🤩. As for the terrain, there's no kidding with the technicality 🛠️. The course is a pure concentrate of Berber mountain 🥤. You will tread on ancestral paths, cross areas of loose rocks, as opposed to lush oases 🌳, and even cross passes that require true expertise 🎢. You will pass through incredible sites like the summit of Oukaimeden, the Col de Tizi n'Eddi, or the valley of Ourika. It's raw, it's dry 🌵, and that's exactly what we love in high-altitude trail running 📈. Landscapes like this one are nowhere else on the globe 🌍. It's truly a golden opportunity to add the real Morocco to your travel trail bucket-list ✈️.

Forget the clichés of Morocco by the beach 🏖️. Here, it's the authentic Morocco of the mountains 🏔️, the one few tourists know 🤫. The Oukaimeden is a ski resort in winter ⛷️ (yes, you can ski in Morocco, the snow is not a myth 😮) and a paradise for trail runners and hikers in summer 🏃. Enjoy your stay to explore the valley of Ourika 🌿, visit the perched Berber villages 🏘️ and observe the rock carvings 🗿. Don't forget to stop by Marrakech just an hour and a half away with its Jemaa el-Fnaa square 🐍, its colorful souks 🌶️, the Majorelle Gardens 💙, and the Bahia Palace 🏰. On the dining side 🍽️, treat yourself to the tagine 🍲, the couscous, the sweet-and-salty pastilla 🥧, street skewers 🍢, and Moroccan pastries 🍰 (corne de gazelle, chebakia) with a nice mint tea 🍵.

So, ready to reach the peak of your health? Be careful though: after the effort, the hardest part will be avoiding a tagine overdose. That's the real downside of success! 🥇

4 reasons to join this race

A unique high-altitude terrain 🔝
Here, we don't pretend: you run on the roof of North Africa with an already high starting line. The impact of altitude on your cardio is immediate, and that's what makes the sporting interest of the event. You evolve on ridges and plateaus where the horizon is completely clear over the massif's peaks. It's a mineral, dry, and wild environment that imposes a different rhythm from your usual flatland races. It's the perfect meeting if you want to see how your body reacts when the oxygen decreases. 💪
A technicality that demands expertise 🧗‍♂️
The course is a succession of technical challenges where foot placement must be precise. Between granite blocks, steep slopes, and narrow trails, you have no time to get bored. It's a trail that demands attention and good mastery of descents in unstable terrain. We're far from sanitized races; it's old-school, raw, and unadorned trail. You come here to challenge the Moroccan mountain in its most demanding form ⛰️.
A real immersion in Berber villages 🇲🇦
The race crosses isolated areas where the runners' passage is an event awaited by the locals. The welcome in the hamlets is frank and authentic, offering a rather striking contrast with the solitary effort in the mountains. You meet the inhabitants on their life paths, giving a very strong human dimension to your race. It's a sincere experience that allows you to discover the Atlas from the inside, well beyond the purely sporting aspect. It's this "real" side that stays in mind once the finish line is crossed. ✨
A serious and human-sized organization 🛠️
The UTAO remains a race of enthusiasts where the runner is not lost in the crowd. The marking and safety are managed by people who practice the terrain all year round. The spirit is friendly, the welcome is professional, and the atmosphere in the village really allows you to unwind after the effort. There's a desire to respect the mountain environment while offering a solid experience to participants. It's a reliable organization that focuses on the quality of the route and the safety of the runners above all. 🌍

A distance for every taste

67 km : OUKA CHALLENGE 42 + 25km = 67 KM

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  • Saturday, July 4, 2026
  • Elevation gain : 3860mD+ / 3900mD-
  • 1 loopx67 km

A few more words

The "Ouka Challenge" is the toughest of the Trail Atlas Oukaïmeden 🌶️ routes. It takes place over two days ✌️ and combines the "Trail Imnane" of 42 km as well as the "Trail of the Three Summits" of 25 km.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can pick up your bib at Oukaimeden. More information will be coming soon.

  • All starts will take place from Oukaimeden according to the following schedule:

    • Saturday, July 4, 2026: Trail Imnane 42km and Challenge L'Ouka 3237 at 7:30 am.

    • Saturday, July 4, 2026: Trail of the Valley 21km and Challenge Agounziz at 8:00 am.

    • Saturday, July 4, 2026: Mini Trail Awto 10km at 9:00 am.

    • Sunday, July 5, 2026: Trail of the Three Summits 25km and continuance of Challenges at 7:30 am.

    • Sunday, July 5, 2026: Trail of the Chalets 16km at 9:00 am.

    • Sunday, July 5, 2026: Kids Trail 3km at 10:00 am.

Yes, you will be required to present a medical certificate when picking up your bib. For the Trail Imnane 42km and Trail of the Three Summits 25km races, you will also need to prove that you have completed a trail race between January 1, 2018, and the day of your registration.

You must be at least 18 years old on the date of the event for the majority of the competitions. The minimum age is set at 16 for the Mini Trail Awoto 10km and the Trail of the Chalets 16km.

The registration fees vary depending on the chosen distance:

  • Challenge L'Ouka 3237 (67km): 1600 Dhs (approximately 148€)

  • Challenge Agounziz (46km): 1400 Dhs (approximately 129.50€)

  • Trail Imnane 42km: 900 Dhs (approximately 83.20€)

  • Trail of the Three Summits 25km: 800 Dhs (approximately 74€)

  • Trail of the Valley 21km: 700 Dhs (approximately 64.70€)

  • Trail of the Chalets 16km: 600 Dhs (approximately 55.50€)

  • Mini Trail Awto 10km: 500 Dhs (approximately 46.20€)

  • Kids Trail 3km: 200 Dhs (approximately 18.50€)

Yes, maximum times are defined for each race:

  • 10 hours for the 42km and Challenge L'Ouka.

  • 9 hours for the 25km.

  • 8 hours for the 21km.

  • 5 hours for the 16km.

  • 3 hours for the 10km. You must leave each supply point before the closing time indicated by the organization.

The organization will set up solid and liquid refreshment points on the courses, including water, dried fruits, oranges, and vegetable soup depending on the distances.

No cups will be distributed on-site; you must use your own personal cup.

Yes, here it is:

  • A minimum 1 L water reservoir (for 42km, 25km, and 21km).

  • A survival blanket and a whistle.

  • A waterproof jacket and a food reserve.

  • A charged mobile phone and your ID.

  • A headlamp (for 42km, 25km, and 21km).

  • A personal cup, a bowl, and utensils.

Recommended equipment:

  • Poles

  • Spare clothing

  • A sum of 100 Dhs in cash

  • Vaseline or anti-chafing cream

    *If you choose to take poles, it is for the entire race duration. It is forbidden to start without poles and pick them up along the way.

Your registration includes:

  • Bib with electronic chip

  • Event souvenir gift T-shirt

  • Medal for finishers

  • Refreshments during the race

  • Medical assistance

  • Transport of a supply to the finish line in case of dropout or forced stop by the organization. (Transport is not available at some CPs, the participant must walk to the next CP unless feeling unwell)

  • Post-race lunch meal.

If you have further questions, you can contact the organizers by email: UTAOcontact@gmail.com

You can check the race rules here

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