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Huaraz, Peru · 26 km · 1,550 m+ · 4,510 m High Point
The Cordillera Blanca Skyrace® is a breathtaking high-altitude race in the Skyrunner World Series, held in the dramatic Peruvian Andes above Huaraz. This loop-format Skyrace® takes athletes past glacial peaks, alpine lakes and rugged mountain trails as they climb to an elevation of 4,510 m. With 1,550 m+ of ascent over 26 km, the race blends steep climbs, technical terrain and thin air, offering a uniquely challenging alpine experience for elite and U23 runners.
The Cordillera Blanca Skyrace® begins near Huaraz before climbing into the heart of the Peruvian Andes.
Runners navigate steep trails through alpine meadows, rocky upper slopes and dramatic terrain shaped by glaciers. As the route approaches 4,500 m, the air thins sharply, amplifying the physical challenge and rewarding those who pace carefully. With pristine high-mountain scenery and continuously varied terrain, the course is both inspiring and demanding from start to finish.
Huaraz is reached via Lima, followed by a scenic mountain drive or bus journey into the Cordillera Blanca region.
Lima Airport (LIM) – Main international gateway
Anta Airport (ATA) – Regional option near Huaraz (limited flights)
Huaraz and nearby mountain towns offer a wide range of accommodation, with the most convenient options in Huaraz, Carhuaz and Yungay, all providing direct access to high-altitude training trails and the race venue.
Extreme altitude — arrive early to acclimatise
Weather can shift rapidly in the Andes
Hydration is essential due to thin, dry mountain air
Mornings are cold even in July — layer up
2025 Men: Jose Manuel Quispe
2025 Women: Deisy Castro
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