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The Barodorf

Name: The Barodorf
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-16
Location: Bethany

Bethany, Australia • 15-16 Aug 2026

The Barodorf

The Barodorf, also referred to as the Vine to Stein, is a trail running event held in South Australia. The route utilizes portions of the Heysen Trail, connecting lesser-known natural areas between the Barossa Valley and Hahndorf. In 2026, the course starts in the Barossa Valley wine region and traverses through the Adelaide Hills to reach the finish. The event direction alternates annually, providing participants with different elevations and perspectives of the surrounding landscapes.

The event features several trail distances to accommodate different endurance levels:

120 km
50 mile
55 km
37 km
16 km

The primary venue for the event is located at Bethany Reserve on Bethany Road. Participants run across a variety of terrains in South Australia's premier wine-growing area and through the Adelaide Hills. Members of certain running associations may be eligible for a registration discount. The race is organized by Ultra Series SA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Australia Bethany

Race information

Website Registration

120 km

120km

55 km

37 km

16 km

50 Mile

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

Trail runs nearby

Saturday May 16

True Grit Brossa

Lyndoch

Mud Run / Obstacle Run

Experience a military inspired obstacle course set in the rugged landscape of the Barossa. Choose between 5km and 10km distances featuring rope climbs, pontoon bridges, and mud for the ultimate test of teamwork and grit.

Sunday Jul 5

TRSA - Mount Misery

Trail races at Fox Creek Bike Park in Lenswood offer fire trail and single track routes to 24 km, steep climbs with summit views, drink stations, medals for placegetters and post run refreshments including the event brownies.

Saturday Sep 12

Backyard Everest

Athelstone

Backyard Ultra

5 km

Backyard Everest invites runners to chase big elevation on 5.3 km loops at Black Hill Park with about 369 m climb per lap. Choose 3, 6, 12 or 20 hour entries and add extra laps to push toward the Everest equivalent within 24 hours.

Sunday Sep 13

Barossa Run

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A looped out and back race based at Lyndoch along the Barossa Walking Trail, passing vineyards and a winery start and finish. Multiple distances from 1 km to 63.3 km are offered with staffed aid stations on the loop.