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Embark on an adventure
Ultrabug is a 100km 3-day, fully supported ultra marathon through the winding mountain footpaths, mineral water streams and remote culture rich villages in the Carpathian Mountains, Romania.
It is suitable for all fitness levels and is a great first time ultra.
Those who are not ready to cover the full 100km, can do Marathon XFun (42km + 8km), Ultra XFun (50km + 8km) or just the Fun Run (8km)
"One of 50 best overseas ultras"
Trail Running Magazine 2016
What is Ultrabug?
Ultrabug is a 100km 3-day, fully supported ultra marathon through the winding mountain footpaths, mineral water streams and remote culture rich villages in the Carpathian mountains, Romania. The race is the first weekend in June.
Where do we stay?
For one week Casa Ileana, a guest house in Fundu Moldovei becomes our base camp.
You will experience traditional food, with a little tweak, to make sure you have enough energy for each day while still giving you a chance to sample and enjoy local delicacies.
Who can enter?
We welcome walkers, runners and hikeres. You don't need to be super fit, just a reasonable level of fitness.
For the 100km you need to be a minimum of 18.
The 8km (Day 3) is open to all age groups.
What's the after party?
To finish, you have the chance to sample part of this unforgettable way of life and enjoy our medal ceramony and after party, joined by the Mayor of Fundu Moldovei, with customary BBQ accompanied by mamaliga, homemade cheese and bread.
iTRA points
iTRA (International Trail Running Association) awards 3 points to Ultrabug finishers.
The points can be used for registering at various other races such as Lavaredo Ultra Trail, MIUT (Madeira Island Ultra-Trail), Trail Verbier Saint-Bernard and ITRA races, some of which are qualifying races for UTMB
What do they say ...
Kathy Crombie
My Experience
The 'vertical stream' was my favourite part. It was hard, but I would happily do it again.
Trail Running Magazine
Race The World
Voted as one of the 50 best Overseas Races 2016
Carys Matthews
My First Ultra