About This Race
The 48K strikes the sweet spot between accessibility and genuine ultra challenge, delivering a full mountain ultra experience without the extreme commitment of the longer distances. This distance typically attracts runners stepping up from marathons or shorter trail races who want to test themselves against the Carpathians' technical terrain and significant elevation gain while maintaining manageable pacing and nutrition strategies. The course allows time to appreciate the ancient forest passages and rocky outcrops that define Bucovina's character, yet demands respect for the mountain conditions that can shift rapidly across the extended time on course.
Practical Info
Raw mountain weather conditions typical of the Eastern Carpathians
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Notable Features
Set in Romania's Eastern Carpathians wilderness, the event features courses through UNESCO-protected forest, medieval sheepfolds, the legendary Devil's Mill Gorge, and the dramatic Lady's Rocks formations. As part of the UTMB World Series, it offers UTMB Performance Index points and showcases some of Europe's most pristine and challenging mountain terrain.