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10 RACES, 6 COUNTRIES
WHY EUROPE TRAIL CUP
Europe Trail Cup (ETC) brings together a selection of trail races across Slovenia, Slovakia, Italy, Poland, North Macedonia, and Croatia.
Each race stands on its own, shaped by its terrain, local community, and identity, while together they form a connected experience across the season.
ETC is built for runners who want more than a single race. It is about showing up in different places, discovering new environments, and staying consistent over time.
By linking races across countries, ETC creates a simple but meaningful connection between events, rewarding movement, exploration, and commitment throughout the season.
UPCOMING RACES
Kočevsko Outdoor Festival hosted by I Feel Slovenia
29 May 2026 - 31 May 2026 Kočevje, SloveniaTop dolomites outdoor festival
5 June 2026 - 7 June 2026 Pinzolo - Madonna di Campiglio, ItalyI feel slovenia soča outdoor festIVAL
26 June 2026 - 28 June 2026 Tolmin, SloveniaWANT TO SEE MORE?
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10 RACES, 6 COUNTRIES
Discover trail running adventures in stunning destinations across Europe.
PRIZE FUND
The total amount of the prize fund is 6.000€.
There are two overall categories: TRAIL and ULTRA. The top 3 women and top 3 men in each category receive prize money.
Prize eligibility: to receive prize money, athletes must finish 3 ETC races in 2 different countries during the season. This requirement applies only to prize payouts (not to scoring/standings).
ETC CHAMPIONSHIP 2026
The ETC league represents the connection and cooperation of the 10 most vibrant races from Italy, Poland, Slovenia, Slovakia, Croatia and North Macedonia. They are all inspired by genuine human values – connecting with nature, being part of local communities, contributing to a better world, and being free and authentic. All this with high organizing standards, outstanding landscapes, and positive vibes.
With the new year, we proudly open the ETC season 2026.
Lace up, embrace the challenge and let the adventure begin!
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NEWS
Big Bear’s Ultra 2025: International Field, New Race, Records Broken
The 3rd edition of Big Bear’s Ultra brought an unforgettable weekend to Slovakia’s mountains. Runners from 18 countries gathered at the start, confirming the race’s fast-growing international reputation. A major highlight was the debut of the BBU40, a new 40 km course...
Slovenia’s Biggest Trail Running Event Yet – 5,100 Runners from 81 Countries
Kranjska Gora, September 22, 2025 This past weekend, Kranjska Gora hosted the largest trail running event in Slovenia to date. At the I feel Slovenia Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB, approximately 5,100 runners, including 80% international participants, tackled...
A Moment of Pause for Bucovina Ultra Rocks
We are deeply saddened to share that this year’s edition of Bucovina Ultra Rocks has been cancelled following the tragic death of a participant during the Four Summits 88K race. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 26, when a sudden and extremely violent storm...