Conquering Ancient Paths: The Ephesus Ultra Trail Marathon 2024

April 18, 2024

The Ephesus Ultra Marathon has concluded, marking the first race of the ETC season 2024. A total of 2767 runners from 45 different countries participated in the marathon, traversing through the scenic trails of the ancient town of Ephesus in Turkey.

Ephesus is a testament to the grandeur of ancient civilizations in modern-day Turkey. The city was once a flourishing Greek and Roman hub of culture, trade, and intellectual pursuits. Its well-preserved ruins showcase iconic landmarks such as the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre, which captivate visitors with their architectural splendour. Walking through the marble-paved streets and intricate mosaics, one can unravel the rich tapestry of Ephesus’s history, revealing a city that was a centre of commerce and a crucible of ideas and innovation. Today, Ephesus remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting tourists, scholars, and history enthusiasts worldwide to admire its timeless beauty and enduring legacy.

The Ephesus Ultra Trail Marathon is a challenging race. It is not for the faint-hearted, as runners encounter varying terrain, steep inclines, and unpredictable weather. Each section of the course offered unique obstacles, from rocky trails to dense forests, testing the limits of endurance and perseverance. The marathon offered various challenges, including a 6km Trail, 12K Trail, 27km Trail, 42km Trail, 61km Trail, and 120km Trail.

Ephesus Ultra Marathon 2024 results:
Team Race 6km

Women:   

  1. ANASTASIIA ERDOGAN – 00:33:51
  2. AYLIN BUTUN – 00:33:58
  3. SIBEL ORMAN DENK – 00:34:16

Men: 

  1. OSMAN ERKAM SAFAK – 00:21:32
  2. MUSTAFA ARAC – 00:24:00
  3. YASIN AYDIN – 00:24:37
Decathlon Artemis Race 12km

Women:

  1. BUKET AYDIN – 00:48:39
  2. MERVE ÜNLER – 00:52:30
  3. KÜBRA GÜLTEKİN YILDIZ – 00:53:30

Men: 

  1.  BEDRİ ŞIMŞEK – 00:41:23
  2. ÇAĞLAR KASIM – 00:41:29
  3. MEHMET AYDINGÖR – 00:44:58
Virgin Mary Trail 27km

Women:

  1. TUGCE KARAKAYA – 02:00:59
  2. ECE CALP – 02:08:38
  3. OZGE COLAK – 02:09:17

Men:

  1.  MESTAN TURHAN – 01:43:12
  2. CANPOLAT AKBAY – 01:48:24
  3. EGE YOLDUREN – 01:48:50
Ephesus Short Trail 42km

Women:   

  1. EZGI KESKIN – 03:29:02
  2. AYSE ISLER – 03:31:00
  3. KSENIIA PAVLIUK – 03:52:18

Men:

  1. KORAY HET – 02:56:55
  2. MUSTAFA ARAC – 03:16:57
  3. KHALID ALQAHTANI – 03:16:58
Ephesus Medium Trail 61km

Women:

  1. BEYZA GUZEL – 06:02:30
  2. NEBAHAT YILMAZ – 07:19:56
  3. CECILE LAVIGNE – 07:26:55

Men:

  1. UGUR PEHLIVAN – 05:13:34
  2. SAVAS AKBAS – 05:16:44
  3. BILAL OZTURK – 05:19:32
Anadolu Sigorta Ephesus Ultra Trail 120km

Women: 

  1. OKYANUS OZCAN – 15:02:08
  2. ELENA POLYAKOVA KIRIK – 15:54:06
  3. KSENIIA SEMENOVA – 17:07:51

Men:

  1. MOHAMMADREZA JELODAR – 11:45:28
  2. SALIH BULUT – 12:06:31
  3. ENGIN IPEK – 13:06:47