Musala Extreme

Musala Extreme is a challenging mountain race in Borovets, Bulgaria, covering 38 km with 2,200 m of elevation gain. The course passes over peaks such as Yastrebets, Aleko, Lyudmil Yankov, Musala, and Mancho, offering impressive views of the Rila, Pirin, Vitosha, and Balkan Mountains. The race requires technical skills on rocky and steep sections, combining strength, speed, and care. The shorter Yastrebets Trail Run, covering 16 km with 1,000 m of elevation gain, takes place alongside it and is suitable for runners looking for an easier route. The organizers also offer a team race and a duathlon with cycling the following day.

Start and finish on the ski slope in front of Hotel Rila. Race-pack collection takes place the evening before the race and on race morning. Awards are presented after each distance. Participants can also enter the team race or the duathlon with cycling the following day. The course is 38 km long with 2,200 m of elevation gain, including a climb to Musala Peak and sections through mountain shelters and trails. The registration deadline is August 10, and the race supports initiatives to restore vegetation.