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Ballyhoura Winter Moonlight Challenge

Name: Ballyhoura Winter Moonlight Challenge
Start: 2025-01-10
End: 2025-01-10
Location: Kilfinane

Kilfinane, Ireland • 10 Jan 2025

The Ballyhoura Winter Moonlight Challenge is a challenging trail running event taking place in County Limerick. Covering a distance of 28 kilometers with a significant ascent of 900 meters, the course features a mix of forest trails and mountainous terrain, including a section over Seefin Mountain. Participants are required to carry mandatory safety gear, including a waterproof jacket, food, and navigation tools.

The event emphasizes safety, with checkpoints along the route providing refreshments. Finishers receive a souvenir beanie and hot food. The event has a strict no-refund policy and is limited to 300 entries, which are sold out for the upcoming date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Kilfinane

Race information

Registration

28 km

900 m+

28.00 Km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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