EcoTrail AlUla returns for its second edition on 18/19 March, and the 80k longest distance category is again a points race for the Asia Trail Master Championship! The branded event in Saudi Arabia takes place in a truly iconic and mysterious location in the northwest of the country. It’s a rocky desert race that is mostly runable, but a large canyon section will please the technical trail lovers, too.

The inaugural edition in February 2020 saw just over 600 runners spread out over three race distance categories. Covid resulted in a two-year-hiatus, but the event is back with even more ambition for the second edition. The routes have been redesigned in significant parts and extra categories have been added. The 80 km will have just under 1000m of elevation gain and a cut-off time of 12h30. All runners should be back in the finish before darkness in other words.

EcoTrail® was founded in Paris for the purpose of promoting and organizing trail running races in urban environments. In light of this success, Run For You has decided to develop the concept in the form of partnerships with local players in other countries worldwide ( destinations in Europe & Asia). The project comes from the desire to offer to AlUla and their surroundings a true ecoresponsible, close to nature race, accessible to all, highlighting the cultural and natural character of this region with respect of the nature and promotion of Trail-Running.

The 2020 race was won by American T8 ambassador Michael Wardian and saw 2017 ATM Champion Steven Ong from Malaysia in third place. The women’s race went to Jordan-based American Amy Sproston, who stayed ahead of 2018 ATM Champion Ruth Theresia from Indonesia.

Registrations are open via alula.ecotrail.com . On the official website you can also find details about travel packages for the event, as well as info regarding visa (tourist visas are quite easy to apply for online).

EcoTrail AlUla in Saudi Arabia on 19 March