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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
Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB
18 September 2026 - 20 September 2026 Kranjska Gora, 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
Kranjska Gora Impressed Runners With Stunning Views and Fantastic Atmosphere
This past weekend, Kranjska Gora hosted Slovenia's largest trail running event—the I Feel Slovenia Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB. Around 3,500 runners explored scenic mountain routes ranging from 10 to 120 km, enjoying panoramic views of the Julian Alps. Nearly 5,000...
Epic Performances and New Champions Emerge at Big Bear Ultra Trail 2024
The second edition of Big Bear's Ultra Trail Race took place on September 21-22, 2024, amidst the picturesque hills and mountains surrounding Žilina, under perfect clear skies. In the main event, the BBU100+ (118 km / 6,300 m), Ján Virostko claimed victory, finishing...
Over 1100 competitors battled in the Balkan Mountains
Dimitar Atanasov and Elena Borisova won the 150-kilometer course of the Tryavna Ultra mountain ultramarathon, which took place last weekend in the heart of the Balkan Mountains. In the ninth edition of the race, starting in Tryavna and passing through the iconic...