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Ultra X Wales

Fairbourne, United Kingdom • 26-27 Jul 2025

Ultra X Wales is a multi-stage ultra marathon held in southern Snowdonia, western Wales, featuring stunning landscapes from the northern Cambrian mountains to lakes, coastline, mountains, and beaches. The event offers four race distances: a 110km two-day race, and single-day races of 60km, 50km, and 25km. The courses are looped, starting and finishing at the event campsite in Fairbourne, Gwynedd, and include famous trails and several of South Snowdonia's highest peaks. All races are UTMB® Index Races and held under UK Athletics permit. The event emphasizes adventure with relaxed cut-offs and provides full support including medical aid, marked routes, and camping facilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Wales Fairbourne

Race information

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110 km
4388 m+
Ultra X 110 Wales
60 km
2554 m+
Ultra X 60 Wales
50 km
1830 m+
Ultra X 50 Wales
25 km
715 m+
Ultra X 25 Wales
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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