Eden VK
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About the race
Eden VK is an uphill Vertical Kilometer event on 29 November 2026 at Eden Forest, Paradyskloof Weg, Stellenbosch. The route covers 5 km with 1000 m of vertical gain and is uphill only. The event is limited in entries and registration remains open until capacity is reached or until race day. Runners must enter themselves and complete an indemnity waiver before race day.
The event is self-sufficient with no aid stations. Compulsory kit includes 1 litre of fluids, a waterproof jacket and a cellphone. Running poles are not permitted.
The race enforces a two hour cutoff for the uphill climb and does not allow participants under 18. Additional event details: a Strava segment exists for the route and a GPX file will be provided to entrants. Prize-giving will take place once the top three male and female finishers are down. Massages are available for a fee on race day.
Merchandise can be purchased on the organiser’s website and collected on the day. A seating of entries reserves 50% for female and 50% for male entrants. The event appears on the ITRA index.
Sponsors are listed for the event. Entry fee is shown as R 300.00 ZAR and entries are subject to the organiser’s terms including no refunds and weather or natural disaster provisions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
