Lisi Trail Festival 2025

Lisi Trail Festival is a trail running event combining multiple races along the mountains and forests of Tbilisi, Georgia.

Distances and cut-off times

Lisi 62 – 62km with a variation in altitude of 3,000+m. Cut-off time 13:30 hours.
Lisi Marathon – 42km with a variation in altitude of 2,250+m. Cut-off time 09:00 hours.
Lisi Trail Race – 20km with a variation in altitude of 1,000+m. Cut-off time 4:00 hours.
Lisi Sprint – 10km with a variation in altitude of 700+m. Cut-off time 2:30 hours.
Lisi Fun Run – 7km with a variation in altitude of 300+m. Cut-off time 3:00 hours.

Start and finish location

The start and finish of ALL the distances of Lisi Trail Festival is located at the Tsodoreti Lake.

Start Time

07:00 – 62, 42 km races

10:00 – 20, 10, 7 km races

Qualifier race

Lisi 62 / Lisi Marathon / Lisi Trail Race are included in the UTMB® World Series Qualifiers (https://utmb.world/) and
certified by ITRA (https://itra.run/)

• Lisi 62 – 50K qualifier, 3 ITRA points
• Lisi Marathon – 50k qualifier, 2 ITRA points
• Lisi Trail Race – 20k qualifier, 1 ITRA point

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 recommended. And for 62k and 100k races preapproval is needed using the dedicated application form.

It is the participant’s 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/lisi2025

Exceptions may apply on team registrations

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

REGISTRATION FEE
The registration fees are as follows:

• Lisi 62 – GEL250
• Lisi Marathon – GEL170
• Lisi Trail Race – GEL90
• Lisi Sprint – GEL60
• Lisi Fun Run – GEL40

The registration fee includes:

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

REGISTRATION TIMELINE

Registration closes at 18:00 on October 9, 2025 (Tbilisi time)

CANCELLATION
The registration fee will be refunded (excluding commissions) within 2 weeks if a registration is cancelled before September 15, 2025. There will not be any refunds after this date.

Cancellation of the registrations can only be made 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 September 15, 2025 Requests in any other form are not accepted

To collect race bib numbers, participants must present a valid identity document (ID card or passport or driving license) and exhibit all
the mandatory equipment. Spot checks will be carried out.

Race BIBs will be distributed at the following locations and schedule:

• Bazari Orbeliani, 2nd floor, main entrance Saturday, October 11, 2025: 12:00 – 17:00
• Start location on Sunday, October 12, 2025: 06:00 – 06:30 (for 62k and 42k runners) 08:00 – 09:30 (for 7k, 10k, 20k runners)

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

Lisi 62

– Race bib (shall be visible all times)
– Trail running shoes
– Windbreaker or rain jacket
– Hat or cap
– Charged mobile phone with valid sim card or running roaming service
– GPS-enabled device (watch or phone) with a pre-downloaded race route available even offline
– Emergency blanket
– Liquid > 500 ml

42k Marathon

– Race bib (shall be visible all times)
– Running shoes
– Windbreaker or rain jacket
– Hat or cap
– Charged mobile phone with valid sim card or running roaming service
– Liquid > 500 ml

During Lisi Trail Race, Lisi Sprint, Lisi Fun Run participants are required to carry the following:
– race bib number (visible during the entire duration of the race)
– appropriate footwear for trail running

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Participants are also advised to bring the following equipment with them:

– energy gels or solid food
– salt tablets / electrolytes
– sunglasses
– sunscreen
– emergency blanket

Trekking poles are permitted on all the distances of the race.

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.

Lisi Trail Festival races take the following routes:

Lisi 62:
https://www.strava.com/routes/3233437402184100454

Lisi Marathon
https://www.strava.com/routes/3233436837538479718

Lisi Trail Race
https://www.strava.com/routes/3233436048121550438

Lisi Sprint
https://www.strava.com/routes/3233412977326144194

Lisi Fun Run
https://www.strava.com/routes/3233417787063518426

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 on these stations will be checked and various refreshments will be available.
Some checkpoint has a time limit listed below. Participants who arrive at a checkpoint after the designated time limit will not be
allowed to continue.

Lisi 62

Aid stationDistanceWhat to expect?Time limitLomis Seri7kmwater, snacks, fruit, first aid Didgori 123kmwater, snacks, fruit, carb drink, warm meal, first aid, ambulance4:45 hoursTskluleti37kmwater, snacks, fruit, carb drink, warm meal, ice, first aid Satovlia54kmwater, snacks, carb drink, fruit, first aid 

Lisi Marathon

Aid stationDistanceWhat to expect?Time limitLomis Seri7kmwater, snacks, fruit, first aid Didgori23kmwater, snack, fruit, carb drink, warm meal, first aid, ambulance4:45 hoursSatovlia35kmwater, carb drink, snacks, fruit, first aid 

Lisi Trail Race

Aid stationDistanceWhat to expect?Time limitThe Lake5kmwater, snack, first aid Lomis Seri7kmwater, snack, fruit, carb drink, first aid The Bridge16kmwater, snack, first aid 

Lisi Sprint

Aid stationDistanceWhat to expect?Time limitThe Lake5kmwater, snack, first aid 

Lisi Fun Run

Aid stationDistanceWhat to expect?Time limitThe Bridge4kmwater, snack, first aid  

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.

• Participants need to independently cover the distance between the aid stations without external aid. Throughout the race, participants are not allowed to receive outside assistance (including food, water, equipment, etc.). Meals are provided only by the organizers at specially designated points.

• 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.

There will be free shuttle service available on the race day from the city center to the starting area and back.

Departure location: Metro Station Medical University exit:

Departure times: 5:30, 08:00, 8:15, 8:30.

The minibuses will leave the festival for the city center between 14:00 – 17:00.