About This Race
The 85K represents the full Puglia by UTMB experience, taking runners on the complete journey from Matera's ancient sassi to Castellaneta Marina's coastline while traversing the entire Gravine canyon system. This distance demands strong technical descending skills and steady pacing through the relentless climbs and rocky terrain, making it ideal for experienced ultra runners seeking a challenging point-to-point Mediterranean adventure. With significant elevation change and demanding footing throughout nearly the entire course, the 85K requires runners to balance aggressive canyon navigation with endurance management for the final coastal approach.
Notable Features
This UTMB World Series event showcases Europe's largest canyon system and connects UNESCO World Heritage sites with pristine Mediterranean coastline. The route offers a rare combination of significant historical landmarks, technical canyon running, and a dramatic finish at the Ionian Sea beaches.