The 2018 edition will Have a 170k Ultra and a 100k ultra. UTMR is also happy to announce that there will be a 4-stage 170k race as well for this edition.

Length : 170 km - D+ : 11,300m - Start time : 04:00 - Thursday 6th September 2018 - Grächen

Wild spaces, numerous 4000m mountains in every direction, and non-busy trails - this is where I chose to train for UTMB and other races. This is the format I trained in - going around Monte Rosa in two long back-to-back days, staying with my friends in villages and refugios along the way. It's a tough trail, high and technical in many places - and prior mountain running experiences is needed - but so beautiful.

While I was running these trails I thought "this is the race I would really like to run". It didn't exist so we have created it for you to enjoy. The full route is tougher than UTMB. As a one-stage race it is a serious challenge - brutal, beautiful and brilliant. Come and try it! - Lizzy Hawker

Race programme

Wednesday 5 September - Grächen (CH)
14:00 to 19:30 Registration & equipment check
Thursday 6 September
03:45 Pre-race briefing
04:00 Start of the 170km ultra in Grächen
Friday 7 September
10:00 First finishers of the 170km Ultramarathon expected in Grächen
Saturday 8 September
14:00 Close of the 170km Ultramarathon in Grächen
16:30 Children's race in Grächen
19:00 onwards Buffet dinner, prize giving and closing celebrations in Grächen

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