Azuga Trail Race
A Thrilling Mountain Challenge in the Heart of the Bucegi Mountains
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The Azuga Trail Race, sponsored by JYSK, is a mountain race held every October in the town of Azuga and the Baiului Mountains in Romania. This event is for runners who love adventure and nature, who want to experience spectacular mountain trails and test their physical and mental limits.
The ATR L30 DYNAFIT
The Azuga Trail Race, sponsored by JYSK, promises an exhilarating mountain running experience, with the ATR L30 DYNAFIT course taking runners on an unforgettable journey through the mountains. The 29.4km course, with a challenging 2090m elevation gain, is designed to challenge even the most experienced athletes, offering both technical terrain and breathtaking views. Divided into two distinct loops, the race showcases the region’s stunning natural beauty while pushing runners to their limits.
The race begins at the base of the Sorica ski slope in Azuga, setting the stage for an exciting start. The first 2km of the course is a flat section, allowing runners to warm up, before a steep 3km climb of 600 metres to the summit of Clabucetul Azuga. This highlight of the race offers sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, making the climb well worth the effort. From here, the course descends to Stan, where competitors will find the first refreshment station, strategically located 6km from the start. The route then takes runners through a tranquil forest, following a wide path once used by local shepherds. At the 10km mark, runners reach the Susai Hut, where there is a refreshment point and checkpoint. The trail continues through the Cabana Susai area, winds towards Cabana Garbova and climbs to Clabucetul Taurului, before returning to Azuga, completing the first loop of 20.8km.
For those continuing on the ATR L30 DYNAFIT route, the second loop offers a further 10km of challenging terrain. Starting with a challenging climb up the Sorica slope, this section of the race takes runners to Vârful Urechea, another high point with spectacular views. From there, competitors will enjoy a long, scenic descent through an alpine landscape, eventually entering a wooded area that will provide a final stretch of natural beauty. The combination of steep climbs, technical descents and varied terrain makes this second loop a true test of endurance and skill. However, it also rewards runners with some of the most stunning views of the Bucegi Mountains, ensuring that the effort is well worth it.
Climbs and Descents: Technical Terrain Awaits
The Azuga Trailrace also offers shorter distance races.
The ATR M21 COMPRESSPORT is the first loop of the ATR L30 DYNAFIT course, covering 20.8km and 1,330m of altitude, offering a full experience of natural beauty and technical challenges.
The ATR S11 GARMIN, which leads the second loop of the ATR L30 DYNAFIT. This demanding section adds an element of strength and endurance to the race, testing the runners’ skills.
Courses:
ATR L30 DYNAFIT – Distance: 29,4 km Elevation: +/- 2090 m
ATR M21 COMPRESSPORT – Distance: 20,8 km Elevation: +/- 1330 m
ATR S11 GARMIN – Distance: 11,3 km Elevation: +/- 830 m
For all passionate and adventurous runners looking for their next big challenge, the Azuga Trail Race and its ATR L30 DYNAFIT course offer an unbeatable blend of excitement, difficulty, and beauty, promising a truly unforgettable mountain adventure.
Event website: azuga.trailrace.ro
Photography: Irina Anton, Pochiu Cornel