Snow-capped mountains rise above a pine forest

Ultra-Trail Great Wall by UTMB 31.2K

31.2K·1,500m gain·Zhangjiakou
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Photo by Anil Baki Durmus on Unsplash

Distance31.2K
Gain1,500m
Date11 Sep 2026
Difficulty3/5

Registration is closed for Ultra-Trail Great Wall by UTMB 31.2K

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About This Race

The entry-level distance still delivers an authentic Great Wall challenge with 1500m of elevation gain. This option allows runners newer to ultra distances to experience the unique terrain and historical significance without the extreme demands of longer courses.

The entry-level distance still delivers an authentic Great Wall challenge with 1500m of elevation gain. This option allows runners newer to ultra distances to experience the unique terrain and historical significance without the extreme demands of longer courses.

Elevation

1,500m(4,921 ft)

Elevation gain

Detailed elevation profile coming soon

Notable Features

This race stands as the only UTMB World Series event that incorporates a UNESCO World Heritage site as its central feature. Runners traverse authentic sections of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall while gaining access to restricted historical areas typically closed to tourists. The combination of significant elevation challenges with cultural immersion creates an experience that transcends typical trail racing.