Kazbegi Mountain Marathon 2026

Kazbegi Mountain Marathon is a trail running event combining multiple races along the mountains of Caucasus Mountain Range.

Distances and cut-off times

• Fun Run, 4:00 hrs
• Classic Trail, 4:30 hrs
• Skyrace, 5:00 hrs
• Extreme, 9:00 hrs

  Intermediate time limits:

  Extreme

• AltiHut ascend (8.5km), 3:00 hrs

• AltiHut descend (15.5km), 5:00 hrs
• Pansheti (26 km), 7:00 hrs

SkyRace

• AltiHut ascend (8.5km), 3:30 hrs

Start and finish location

The start and finish of ALL the distances of Kazbegi Marathon is located near the Gergeti lower parking area.

Start time:

The race takes place on Sunday, 30th of August 2026 and the race starts at 10:00

Qualifier race

Kazbegi Marathon is included in the UTMB® World Series Qualifiers (https://utmb.world/) and is certified by ITRA (https://itra.run/)

• SkyRace – UTMB 20K qualifier, 1 ITRA points
• Extreme – UTMB 50k qualifier, 2 ITRA points

The event is open to anyone who meet certain criteria:

– Adult (18+ y/o)

– In good physical condition

– Medical history without major health problems that will have a negative effect on the performance during the race and could lead to health complications during or after the race .

No qualifying races are necessary to register. However previous experience of similar activities is strictly recommended.

It’s participants responsibility to acknowledge race’s specialties, length and difficulty and  be physically and mentally well-prepared for the event

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Only registered runners can participate in the event.

Registration is only possible online through tkt.ge/km2026

Exceptions may apply on team registrations

By registering the participant accepts all the race rules and regulation.

REGISTRATION FEE

The registration fees are tiered based on registration date and are as follows:

Early registration until 28th of February:

• Fun Run – GEL50
• Trail – GEL70
• Skyrace – GEL130
• Extreme – GEL280

Standard registration 01.03.2026 – 30.06.2026:

• Fun Run – GEL60
• Trail – GEL80
• Skyrace – GEL150
• Extreme – GEL300

Late registration 01.07.2026 – 28.08.2026:

• Fun Run – GEL70
• Trail – GEL90
• Skyrace – GEL170
• Extreme – GEL320

The registration fee includes:

• Race BIB
• Assistance and refreshments along the route and at the finish line
• Starters pack
• Unique finisher’s medal
• Free photos

CANCELLATION
The registration fee will be refunded fully within 2 weeks if the registration is cancelled before August 1, 2026. There will not be any refunds after this date.

Cancellation of the registrations can only be done by notifying the organization by email to run@traillab.ge

REGISTRATION TRANSFER
Registration transfer to another person can be requested only by email (on run@traillab.ge), until August 1, 2026 Requests in any other form are not accepted

🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 29
⏰Time: 14:00 – 19:00
📍 Location: Kazbegi Education and Cultural Development Center, Stepantsminda
Exact Location: https://goo.gl/maps/Au6aNdpxuqiMxGMb8

Mandatory equipment will also be checked during this same time period. 🎒👟✔️

ℹ️ For anyone who can’t make it on Saturday, race numbers will also be distributed on race day morning between 08:30 and 09:30.

EXTREME

• Race BIB (shall be visible all times)
• Trail running shoes
• Waterproof jacket
• Hat, cap or bandana
• Charged mobile phone with valid sim card or running roaming service
• GPS-enabled device with a pre-downloaded race route available even offline
• Emergency blanket
• Reusable cup
• Gloves
• Liquid > 500 ml
• Nutrition > 500 kcal

SKYRACE

• Race bib (shall be visible all times)
• Running shoes
• Windbreaker jacket or rain jacket
• Hat, cap or bandana
• Charged mobile phone with valid sim card or running roaming service
• GPS-enabled device with a pre-downloaded race route available even offline
• Reusable cup

FUN RUN & CLASSIC TRAIL

• No mandatory equipment

Trekking poles are permitted on all of the distances5

Start time

As mentioned above, all Kazbegi Marathon races take place on 30 August 2026 and take start at 10:00.

Participants are required to be at the starting area at least 45 minutes in advance.

Bag drop
There will be a bag deposit at the starting area. Bags must clearly exhibit the sticker with a runner’s BIB number, which will be handed out at the registration desk.

Participants are advised NOT to place objects of value in their bags. Organizers accept no liability for any theft, loss or damage
to bags or their contents.

Kazbegi Marathon races take the following routes:

Extreme: https://www.strava.com/routes/3324657228198558850

SkyRace: https://www.strava.com/routes/2959021975093991018

Classic Trail: https://www.strava.com/routes/2994927733217654554

Fun Run: https://www.strava.com/routes/2976139216820825744

Organizers reserve the right to change any parts of the course, places of aid stations, checkpoints or modify the time and location
of the start without prior notice due to severe weather conditions or other unexpected reasons.
Any changes will be announced to the participants before the race, or at refreshment points during the race.

Most of the route is on trekking paths and rocky ground on certain sections. Participants are strongly advised to have experience
in running on such terrain. The route will be marked with reflective bands and other means. Participants should strictly adhere to the marked race route and
avoid taking shortcuts or cutting out sections of the route.

Any departures from the official route will lead to disqualification and shall be at the sole risk of participants.

There will be aid stations along the race routes. Passages from these points will be checked and various refreshments will be available.
Some aid stations has a time limit listed below. Participants who arrive at an aid station after the designated time limit will not be allowed to continue.

Fun Run

• Gergeti Trinity Church parking area: 3.2km
• Finish: 6.2km

Trail

• Gergeti Trinity Church parking area: 3.2km
• Gergeti Trinity Church parking area: 8.7km
• Finish: 11.6km

Skyrace

• Gergeti Trinity Church parking area: 3.2km
• Altihut, 8.5km
• Gergeti Trinity Church parking area: 13.4km
• Finish: 16.3km

Extreme

• Gergeti Trinity Church parking area: 3.2km
• Altihut, 8.5km
• Meteo, 12.0km
• Altihut, 15.5km
• Arsha 23.2km
• Pansheti, 26.0km
• Gergeti Trinity Church parking area: 33.2km
• Finish: 36km

The following infringements will lead to disqualification from the race:

• Failing to pass a check point
• Taking a major shortcut or using a vehicle.
• Insulting or threatening staff or volunteers
• Not obeying the decisions given by the medical personnel or organization.
• Rejecting the mandatory equipment check by the organization (where applicable)
• Failing to help a participant in difficulty.
• Throwing away rubbish or harming the natural habitat.
• The disqualified participant will not be allowed to continue the race.

All other cases not discussed above will be judged by the organizers.

Penalties or disqualification can be appealed by an email to run@traillab.ge within 24 hours from the publication of race results.