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Неофит Рилски маратон и колоездене 2026

Исторически парк, Неофит Рилски, Благоевград, България

October 3, 2027 Estimated date
Varna
Трейл
Маратон
25 km
13 km
0.7 km
Date:
October 3, 2027
Registration closes
September 27, 2026
Distances:
Маратон, 25 km, 13 km, 0.7 km
Surface:
Трейл
Location:
Исторически парк, Неофит Рилски, Благоевград, България

Registration and pricing

Registration closes: September 27, 2026

42 km бягане

  • 55 лв. Valid until November 8, 2025

    Ултра ранно записване от 20.10.25 до 8.11.25 – 55 лв. / 28.12 €

  • 70 лв. Valid until July 31, 2026

    Стандартно записване от 9.11.25 до 31.07.26 – 70 лв. / 35.79 €

Late registration 85 лв. September 27, 2026

25 km бягане

  • 55 лв. Valid until November 8, 2025

    Ултра ранно записване от 20.10.25 до 8.11.25 – 55 лв. / 28.12 €

  • 70 лв. Valid until July 31, 2026

    Стандартно записване от 9.11.25 до 31.07.26 – 70 лв. / 35.79 €

Late registration 85 лв. September 27, 2026

13 km бягане

  • 40 лв. Valid until November 8, 2025

    Ултра ранно записване от 20.10.25 до 8.11.25 – 40 лв. / 20.45 €

  • 55 лв. Valid until July 31, 2026

    Стандартно записване от 9.11.25 до 31.07.26 – 55 лв. / 28.12 €

Late registration 70 лв. September 27, 2026

42 km колоездене

  • 55 лв. Valid until November 8, 2025

    Ултра ранно записване от 20.10.25 до 8.11.25 – 55 лв. / 28.12 €

  • 70 лв. Valid until July 31, 2026

    Стандартно записване от 9.11.25 до 31.07.26 – 70 лв. / 35.79 €

Late registration 85 лв. September 27, 2026

25 km колоездене

  • 40 лв. Valid until November 8, 2025

    Ултра ранно записване от 20.10.25 до 8.11.25 – 40 лв. / 20.45 €

  • 55 лв. Valid until July 31, 2026

    Стандартно записване от 9.11.25 до 31.07.26 – 55 лв. / 28.12 €

Late registration 70 лв. September 27, 2026
Estimated date. We have not received an official date for this race.

Race description

Neofit Rilski Marathon and Cycling 2026 offers a unique adventure, with courses passing through beautiful Bulgarian countryside from the village of Neofit Rilski to Ovech Fortress. The races include running and cycling over various distances, starting and finishing at Historical Park. Participants will face challenges with varying elevation gain and cut-off times, suitable for different levels of fitness. A children’s run with treats is planned for kids. The event is suitable for sports and nature lovers looking for a serious challenge and adventure.

Highlights

  • Courses with total elevation gain and loss of up to 870 meters
  • Start and finish at Historical Park
  • A variety of running and cycling distances: 42 km, 25 km, 13 km, and a children’s run

Additional information

A 700 m children’s run with treats for all children. Cut-off times for the different distances range from 2 to 7 hours. Mandatory equipment and participation declarations are required. All finishers receive a unique medal. Online registration, checkpoints, GPX tracks, medical support, and aid stations along the course. The start is at 9:00, the awards ceremony begins at 14:30, and the event closes at 17:00.

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