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Ecotrail Wicklow

Name: Ecotrail Wicklow
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Bray

Bray, Ireland • 26 Sep 2026

EcoTrail Wicklow

EcoTrail Wicklow is a trail running event in Wicklow held on 26 September 2026. It is listed as the 7th edition in the EcoTrail series. The event is described as trail running and takes place in and around Wicklow.

Courses and event information

79.8 km 2636 m D+, 97% nature
46 km 2151 m D+, 90% nature
30.8 km 1418 m D+, 83% nature
19.5 km 877 m D+, 90% nature
10 km 424 m D+, 85% nature

The event website provides practical information such as where to stay, transport, training plans, coaching, race regulations, results, and a FAQ. Partners listed include Failte Ireland, Dynafit, Wicklow Outdoors, Pure Project, and others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Bray

Race information

Website

80 km

2636 m+

80k

46 km

2151 m+

46k

30 km

1418 m+

30k

20 km

877 m+

19k

10 km

424 m+

10k

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

Trail runs nearby

Saturday Nov 1

Powerscourt Ridge

Carrigeenduff - 19 km from Bray

8 km

15 km

Take on the rugged Powerscourt Ridge in County Wicklow with scenic but demanding ridge trails up Maulin and Djouce in 15.3 km or 7.6 km options. Entry is limited and the route is unmarked so bring navigation and mandatory kit.

Saturday Dec 27

Pier Gates Remembrance Race

Ballinastoe - 13 km from Bray

5 km

8 km

Join the Pier Gates Remembrance Race in County Wicklow on 27 December, a friendly memorial hill run with adult and junior routes. Fancy dress is encouraged for a short social trail challenge remembering IMRA members.