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Wild Atlantic Ultra

Name: Wild Atlantic Ultra
Start: 2026-05-23
End: 2026-05-23
Location: Clooncarrabaun

Clooncarrabaun, Ireland • 23 May 2026

Wild Atlantic Ultra 2026

Wild Atlantic Ultra 2026 is a long-distance running event held on 23 May 2026 in Louisburgh, County Mayo, Ireland. The race is a 50 Mile route that circles Croagh Patrick and starts from the GAA pitch in Louisburgh.

The course passes a series of named landscapes and landmarks, including Croagh Patrick, Sheefrey Pass, Tawynard Forest, Doolough Valley, Clew Bay and the Atlantic coast. The event listing describes the route as a continuous circuit around Croagh Patrick.

Ticketing information on the event page lists a single entry type labeled WAU50 with a price shown as €87.50. Online ticket sales end on 21 May 2026. The listing specifies that no refunds or deferrals are permitted after 1 January 2026.

The event page includes an organiser contact option and refers to ProRun as a training resource. Event logistics such as exact start times are not provided in this summary. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Clooncarrabaun

Race information

Website Registration

50 mi

Wild Atlantic Ultra 50 Mile

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

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