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Balkaniada Sky Race 2026

03.10 – 04.10.2026Karlovo (Bulgaria)
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2’5708’432 m D+ ft D+

44 km27.3 miBalkaniada Skylongest of 4 courses

At a glance

Balkaniada Sky Race 2026 took place from Saturday 3 to Sunday 4 October 2026 in Karlovo (Plovdiv, Bulgaria). 4 courses from 3.8 to 44 km.

Longest course: Balkaniada Sky, 44 km with 2’570 m D+ (58 m per km: mountain terrain).

The 2027 edition is expected on Saturday 2 October 2027, date to be confirmed by the organiser. On Kliva, plan your pacing and nutrition for free, then send the plan to your watch.

The sixth edition of Balkaniada is even more ambitious, bold, and inspiring. After the successful hosting of the World Veterans Skyrunning Championship in 2025, the event has solidified its place…
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4 courses

  1. 3.8km2.4mi

    830 m D+2’723 ft D+

    avg 22%

    4K - VK
    No index

  2. 12km7.5mi

    595 m D+1’952 ft D+

    avg 5%

    12K
    No index

  3. 27km16.8mi

    1’900 m D+6’234 ft D+

    avg 7%

    Balkaniada Classic
    ITRA 2UTMB Index 50K

  4. 44km27.3mi

    2’570 m D+8’432 ft D+

    avg 6%

    Balkaniada Sky
    ITRA 2UTMB Index 20K

External route

3.8 km2.4 mi830 m D+2’723 ft D+

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