Route A

Distance: 160 km
Elevation Gain: +11,000m
Elevation Loss: -11,000m
Aid Stations: 8
Start Time: 05:00 / 13.09
Cut-off Time: 50h

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IMPORTANT

Important: To participate it is mandatory to provide a valid medical certificate at kit pickup or earlier, confirming that the participant is fit to take part in events involving physical exertion from running, mountain running or cycling. The certificate must be issued no earlier than 6 months before the start. You can download the form here.
If you are a member of a sports club under a licensed federation and have already passed your annual medical check, you do not need to present a separate certificate. A document from your club or federation that you undergo regular medical control is sufficient.
If you do not have a valid medical certificate or a document from a club/federation, and you have not taken part in Tryavna Ultra this year, you can undergo a medical check on site when receiving your starter pack (fee: 12 BGN).
Participants without a medical certificate or a club/federation document will <strong>not be allowed to start</strong>, and the participation fee is non‑refundable.

Participants and competition rules

External assistance is not allowed on the course except within +/- 100 meters before/after official aid stations. Pacing is forbidden.
Every participant must be in good physical condition and able to use a map, compass and GPS in all weather and at any time of day or night, and move safely in mountain terrain.
Each participant is obliged to help another participant in an emergency situation.
Participation is at the competitor’s own responsibility. The organizer does not bear responsibility for any injuries or incidents to the participants during the race.
Each participant is personally responsible for their equipment and for equipment provided by the Organizer. The participant must carry all equipment according to the race instructions from the Start to the Finish. Loss or leaving equipment on the course may lead to disqualification.
Each participant must wear the bib number in a clearly visible place as provided by the Organizer.
Each participant should be able to give first aid.
Participants have the right to wear sponsor logos.
The organizer, medical or rescue team reserves the right to stop a participant if their physical or mental condition does not allow safe continuation.
The organizer is not responsible for participants’ actions that are in violation of the laws of the Republic of Bulgaria and the rules of Pirin Ultra.
All questions related to the race and results must be addressed to the Organizer; appeals may be submitted in writing.
In case of severe meteorological conditions, the Organizer reserves the right to postpone the planned start times by up to 24 hours.

Aid Stations – Route A

Aid Station	Km (total)	Km (section)	D+	D-	Cut-off
Bansko	0	0	0	0	0:00:00
Banderitsa	10	10	877	7	2:30:00
Mandrata Drop bag	25	15	1015	1536	7:00:00
h. Javorov	40	15	1570	1090	12:00:00
Senokos	60	20	1253	2062	21:00:00
Mandrata Drop bag	86	26	1263	1057	28:00:00
h. Begovitsa	104	18	1794	1255	36:00:00
h. Trite Reki	115	11	891	1079	40:00:00
h. Bezbog	134	19	1600	970	46:00:00
Bansko	160	26	639	1951	50:00:00

At the designated Aid Stations the organizer provides food and drinks, which should be considered as additional. The stations offer a sufficient variety, but relying solely on them to finish the race is not advisable.

Drop bag must be handed over at registration (Friday). It will be transported to Mandrata aid station. The course passes this point twice – at km25 and km86.

Mandatory minimum personal equipment

Waterproof jacket
Two light sources (headlamps/flashlights)
Bottles or bladder with total capacity of at least 1 liter
Emergency insulating foil for cold conditions
Hat/cap
Compass
Mobile phone
Whistle
First aid kit (bandage, gauze, tape, analgesic, antihistamine tablets, disinfectant)
Race track loaded on a GPS device

Additional recommended equipment

GPS device/watch with the race track and/or a map of the area
Sunscreen/vaseline
Sunglasses
Trekking poles
Spare batteries for lights
Gloves
Cash
Knife
Animal repellent spray

Footwear Requirement

Please pay special attention to your running shoes: they must have suitable trail lugs for technical trail running. Participants wearing road-running shoes or with worn-out lugs will not be allowed to participate.

Important safety notes for this route

Special attention – the area around Pirin peak from km 45 to km 55.
The area is remote and difficult to navigate at night and in low visibility.
The trail is in poor condition – juniper, dwarf pine, scree, big rocks, proximity to vertical rock walls. Surfaces may be wet at night and early hours.
Avoid approaching hazardous sections on the northern side of the main ridge.
From Dautovo Lake to Pirin peak there is partial marking placed by the organizers.
There is no water in this section. Reliable water sources are available at aid stations 3 and 4.
Move carefully and at reduced speed to avoid injuries and incidents.

Pirin Ultra 160K Program

Friday 12.09.2025

13:00-20:00 Registration and mandatory equipment check
13:00-20:00 Drop bag must be handed over at registration (Friday). It will be transported to Mandrata aid station. The course passes this point twice – at km25 and km86.
16:00-17:00 Technical Conference (English)
17:00-17:30 Technical Conference (Bulgarian)

Saturday 13.09.2025

05:00 Start of Pirin Ultra 160K

Monday 15.09.2025

10:00 Award ceremony for Pirin Ultra 160K

Location: Central Square, Bansko

IMPORTANT:

Registration for participants after the specified times for equipment checks will not be allowed.
Participants must adhere to the scheduled times.
It is necessary to arrive at least 30 minutes before the start in the designated starting area.