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Неофит Рилски маратон и колоездене 2026

Исторически парк, Неофит Рилски, Благоевград, България

October 4, 2026
Varna
Трейл
Маратон
25 km
13 km
0.7 km
Date:
October 4, 2026
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

Race description

Neofit Rilski Marathon and Cycling 2026 offers a unique adventure with routes passing through the beautiful Bulgarian nature from the village of Neofit Rilski to the Ovech fortress. The competitions include running and cycling over various distances, starting and ending at the Historical Park. Participants will face challenges with different elevation gains and control times, suitable for various levels of preparation. A children's run with treats is planned for kids. The event is suitable for sports and nature enthusiasts seeking a serious challenge and adventure.

Highlights

  • Routes with a total positive and negative elevation gain of up to 870 meters
  • Start and finish at the Historical Park
  • Variety of distances for running and cycling - 42 km, 25 km, 13 km, and children's run

Additional information

Children's run of 700 meters with treats for all kids. Control times for different distances range from 2 to 7 hours. Mandatory equipment and participation declarations are required. All finishers receive a unique medal. Online registration, control points, GPX tracks, medical coverage, and support zones along the route. The start is at 9:00 AM, awards ceremony begins at 2:30 PM, and closing is at 5:00 PM.

Detailed information

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