Registration and pricing
Race description
The First Balkan Championship in mountain and trail running will be held from July 2 to July 4, 2026, in Tara National Park and Bajina Bašta, Serbia. The competition includes four races: Mountain Uphill, Mountain Classic, Mountain Trail, and U18 Mountain Classic, which gather the best mountain runners from the Balkans. The courses are diverse and demanding, with spectacular landscapes and technical ascents, providing a true challenge and enjoyment of nature. The organizers are Balkan Mountaineering Union, Serbian Mountaineering Association, Tara Ultra Trail, and Tara Mountaineering Club. We invite all runners to join and celebrate mountain and trail running in the heart of Serbia.
Highlights
- Mountain Uphill: 6 km with over 1000 m ascent, ending at Sjenic viewpoint with panoramic views of Tara
- Mountain Classic: 13.6 km with 550 m ascent, starting near the Rača monastery, passing through the Rača canyon, and finishing in Bajina Bašta
- Mountain Trail: 36 km with around 1900 m ascent, a technically demanding course with two ascents to Tara plateau and spectacular viewpoints
Additional information
Races are intended for runners born in 2008 and older for Mountain Uphill and Mountain Classic, while Mountain Trail is for runners born in 2006 and older. Mountain Uphill is the only race that does not start at the Rača monastery nor finish in Bajina Bašta. The courses include technical single-track segments, fast descents, and demanding ascents, with final sections suitable for a strong finish. Multiple race categories, including U18, focus on mountain terrains and natural beauty; organized by regional and local mountaineering and sports organizations.