The start is in the center of Ajdovščina (106 m). Runners will first ascend to Kovk (961 m), from there along the edge of the Mountain to the highest point of the UTVV – Mali Golak (1495 m). The route continues past the hut on Čaven (1242 m), the hut on Mala Gora and descends across the Kucelj (1237 m) into the valley. It follows the beautiful views in the wine-growing places on the southern slopes of the Vipava Valley: Preserje – Sveti Martin – Erzelj – Goče to Socerb at the southern end of the valley. From Podnanos, the route ascends to the top of the Nanos plateau – Pleša (1262 m). From there, through the heart of Nanos, it descends into the valley to the finish line – in the center of Vipava. CENTURION UTVV100 is an ITRA / UTMB qualifying match for 2021. CENTURION UTVV100 is a Western States 100 qualifying match for 2021 (all of which finish in a time limit of 25h). The 106 km trail running test is set in the valley, where in 394 one of the most important battles of the late Roman period took place, the Battle of the Cold River or the Battle of Frigid. The Battle of Frigid, also called the Battle of the River Frigid, took place between 5 and 6 September 394 between the army of the Eastern Emperor Theodosius I and the army of the Western Roman ruler Eugene. With Theodosius’ victory, the Roman Empire was united under one emperor for the last time in history. The victory of Theodosius also brought about the final religious domination of Christianity in Europe. But enough about history, we’d rather go for a run in nature, and we’ll make sure you learn a lot more about the stories from this famous battle … … and we’ll make sure you become a proud Roman Centurion after 106 km.

TESTIMONIALS

REGISTER HERE – UTVV 2022

ENTRY FEES

MAP

TIME LIMITS

• Vitovlje – S4, 41 km, 12 hours,  (11.30, Saturday)
• Podnanos – S11, 80 km, 22 hours,  (21.30, Saturday)
• Finish –  Vipava, 35 hours (09.30, Sunday)- Winter Time Change on 31. October at 03.00 to 02.00

INFORMATION

REFRESHMENT & CHECKPOINTS

• Several refreshment stations are located along the trail (see trail profile) with water, energy drinks, sugar, fruit, light food, etc.
• Drinks, light meals, and a warm meal will also be available for runners at the finish line.
• The track has several checkpoints.

“+”  Mandatory gears

“o“ Recommended gears

o* Mandatory for slower runners

The obligatory equipment shall be checked at the race number bibs collection. Race number won’t be given if something is missing. If the required equipment is not complete or is not shown by runner, immediate disqualification follows. Random checks shall be made along the race route.

Transport to the Start from Vipava (pick up main square in Vipava):

• 100 – Centurionr: from Vipava (meeting point at main square) to Ajdovščina (start area)
• Transport of runners who drop out at the control point to the finish area.
• Transport of personal equipment and transition (100 – Centurion: transition to Preserje *S8 and Podnanos *S11 )​

*Exact timetables for departures of special buses will be announced later. The last bus will start from Vipava approximately 1 hour 15 minutes before the start of race.

• personalized bib number including RFID time keeping-tag
• starter pack with gifts
• drop bags (transitions) for Emperor and Centurion race
• finish bags (small bags) for all races, clothing bags will be transported from the start to the finish line in Vipava
• aid stations with a variety of food, approximately every 12 km with drinks and food
• showers and changing room facilities next to the finish area (may change due to Covid restrictions)
• a hot meal in Vipava
• massage service next to the finish area
• roman medal of honor for all finisher at each race
• medical first aid in the finish area and at specified aid stations
• finisher’s certificate downloadable from the dedicated online repository
• live timekeeping, interim times and results
• a hot meal during the race in Podnanos
• bus transfers form RACE HQ (Vipava) to all start areas

VERY IMPORTANT:
Any participant who has to cancel his participation in case of medical issue and would like to receive a refund has to officially request it by email at info@utratrail.si

Please bear in mind the following situations:

• From the moment the registration is paid, the Organization agrees to return 80% of the amount paid by the runner (except bank expenses), if the non-participation is requested and communicated, before the 1st of December 2020.
• From the 1st of December 2020 until the 12th of February 2021, 70% of the amount paid by the runner, shall be returned.
• From the 12th of February until the 30th of March 2021, 50% of the amount paid by the runner, shall be returned​.
• From the 1st of April on, no amount of money will be returned, no matter the reason why the runner does not finally take part in the race.
• In the event that the runner does not participate in the race on the 7th May 2021, for whatever reason, the organization is not obliged to give any souvenir ( neither runner’s bag nor a commemorative T-shirt ) once the Ultra Trail Vipava Valley Slovenia 2021 is over.

CATEGORIES

AWARDS

The first three in general category will be awarded trophies and prizes.

The organizer reserves the right to make changes.

HALL OF FAME

TRACK RECORDS