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MTC Bodach

Name: MTC Bodach
Start: 2026-05-20
End: 2026-05-20
Location: County Donegal

County Donegal, Ireland • 20 May 2026

The MTC Bodach is a challenging 38-mile ultra marathon, part of the Mount to Coast End to End Challenge Series. This event takes place on the final day of the MTC MizMal, a 14-day multi-race journey across Ireland. Starting from the Villa Rose Hotel and Spa, the route follows the scenic MizMal path, concluding at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel. Participants are required to maintain a minimum pace of 4 mph, with cut-off times at various checkpoints. All finishers receive a bespoke medal, and there are options for race packages that include official merchandise. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland County Donegal

Race information

Website

38 mi

2136 m+

Mtc Bodach

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

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