About This Race
The 132K stands as the premier challenge at Patagonia Bariloche, demanding exceptional endurance as runners navigate the full spectrum of this demanding Andean terrain over an extended journey that tests both physical preparation and mental fortitude. This ultra-distance requires seasoned long-distance runners who can maintain consistent pacing through technical mountain sections while managing nutrition and energy over what becomes a multi-stage odyssey through Patagonia's most challenging landscapes. The extended time on course means experiencing the full character of this mountain environment, from dawn through potential nightfall, requiring headlamp navigation skills and the ability to adapt to changing weather conditions across the extended elevation profile.
Practical Info
BRC - San Carlos de Bariloche Airport
Bariloche offers extensive accommodation options from budget hostels to luxury resorts, with many located near the lake shore and within easy reach of race venues.
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Notable Features
Located in the heart of Patagonia's lake district, this UTMB World Series event offers runners the chance to experience Argentina's most iconic mountain landscape. The courses traverse Nahuel Huapi National Park, featuring ancient Arrayanes forests, volcanic peaks including Tronador, and the stunning Lake Nahuel Huapi. The event's six distances provide options from accessible trail running to ultra-distance mountain challenges, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the Patagonian Andes.