Distance: 25 km

Vertical climb: 2,876m*

Highest point: 3,300m*

Race records: Daniel Antonioli 3h30’15” (2019); Johanna Aström 4h12’51” (2019)

Course description

The Matterhorn Ultraks «EXTREME» is arguably the most technical race of the series, designed expressly for the best Skyrunners of the world. It blends the pure values of Skyrunning with one of the most spectacular mountain scenery you can find. Designed by the Anthamatten brothers, the course features high altitude – 25% of the course is above 3’000m-, technical sections, glaciers and mountaineering segments.

Compared to all other races of the Matterhorn Ultraks, it starts the opposite way, towards the Hohbalm Plateau before passing by iconic locations such as Unter Gabelhorn, Rothornhütte, Furrghorn, Platthorn and Trift. Then it is a steep and fun downhill towards Zermatt.

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*Data is approximate for profiles

Distance: 52 km

Vertical climb: 4,200m*

Highest point: 2,950m*

Race record: Kilian Jornet (2018). 6h09’19”; Nuria Picas 7h36’21” (2012)

Course description

Trofeo Kima, the Italian biennial race, is back in the Skyrunner World Series. The famous 52 km course which runs over seven passes with a total 4,200m of vertical climb has been described by skyrunning star Kilian Jornet, as “the most spectacular race in the world.”.

The highly technical course features embrace the true spirit of skyrunning with demanding stretches both uphill and downhill, fixed ropes, exposed ledges and stony terrain. KIMA is the ultimate challenge that requires good physical preparation, adequate experience and extreme caution.

Photo copyright ©SWS / Albert Jorquera

*Data is approximate for profiles