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GLADIATOR

CHALLENGE YOURSELF

Total length

60 KM

Elevation

2400 M

Time limit

16 HOURS

Date

APRIL 26, 2025

QUO VADIS, GLADIATOR?

GO BEYOND YOURSELF. FIND THE WARRIOR WITHIN AND EMBARK ON THE ADVENTURE BIGGER THAN YOURSELF. BECOME A GLADIATOR.

RACE IN NUMBERS

DATE

April 26, 2025

DISTANCE

60 km

ELEVATION

2400 m +/-

TIME LIMIT

16 hours

AID STATIONS

4

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START TIME

07:00

START / FINISH

Ajdovščina

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LOWEST POINT

72 m

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HIGHEST POINT

1262 m

ITRA: 3
ETC: Trail M

ELEVATION PROFILE
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ARE YOU READY TO PUSH YOURSELF
TO GO TO THE NEXT LEVEL AND BECOME A GLADIATOR?

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REGISTER HERE

ENTRY FEES

REGISTRATION BY DATE
 PRICE
Pre-registration 74 €
September 30, 2024 84 €
November 30, 2024 89 €
January 5, 2025 95 €
February 28, 2025 100 €
April 15, 2025 105 €

 

GROUP DISCOUNT

NUMBER OF PEOPLE
 DISCOUNT
5 or more 5%
15 or more 7%
25 or more 10%

 

  • The minimum number of runners for any distance is 5
  • Group members can run different distances
  • The price per runner is from 5 to 10% lower than individual registrations
  • Please email us at info@ultratrail.si to receive further information

MAP

GPX FILE

PATH DESCRIPTION

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The Gladiator – UTVV 60 km route begins in the centre of Ajdovščina and follows the paved path along the Hubelj River towards the southern wine-growing hills. It then ascends from Dolenje, passing the scenic church of Sv. Marjeta, climbs to the Planina plateau, passing the Guerila estate. The route then descends to the village of Slap and continues with a gentle ascent, passing through Lože (the 1st aid station), the picturesque Goče, and finally reaching Podraga.

The first serious ascent of Socerb prepares the runners for the famous 1,000-meter climb to the top of Nanos (1,262 m) – the 3rd aid station, after stopping in Podnanos (the 2nd aid station). Then, the route descends through the heart of Nanos, passing the Abram Tourist Farm and the chapel above Plaz, before reaching the valley. Runners are welcomed by a well-stocked aid station on the Main Square in Vipava (the 4th aid station).

After a short flat section, the trail ascends past the village of Budanje and crosses the southern slopes of Angelska Gora along a paved Roman path. It enters Ajdovščina at the famous Hubelj spring and continues towards the finish line in the town centre.

The UTVV ultramarathon challenge takes place in the valley where one of the most important battles of the late Roman period occurred. This battle, known as the Battle of the Frigidus, happened in 394. It was fought between the army of the Eastern Emperor Theodosius I and the army of the Western Roman ruler Eugenius. Theodosius’ victory united the Roman Empire under one emperor for the last time in history and solidified the dominance of Christianity in Europe.

TIME LIMITS

DISTANCE
 TIME LIMIT
G4 (49 km) Vipava 12.5 hours (at 19:30 – Saturday)
FINISH (60 km) Ajdovščina 16 hours (at 23:00 – Saturday)

 

AID STATIONS

 

AID STATION – AS KM KM FROM LAST AS
Ajdovščina 0 0
Lože 13 13
Podnanos 22 9
Nanos 31 9
Vipava 49 18
Ajdovščina 60 11

 

REFRESHMENT & CHECKPOINTS

  • The trail is equipped with 4 refreshment/aid stations and several hidden time checkpoints
  • At the refreshment stations, runners can refuel with drinks and food, and fill their bottles with liquid to sustain their run
  • The aid station Vipava (49 km) has a time limit
  • Waste should be disposed of at the checkpoints and refreshment stations only
  • Drinks, light meals and hot meals with meat/vegan/gluten-free options are prepared for all runners at the finish line

EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT 60 – GLADIATOR
BIB number on the front side and always visible +
Water bottle (camel bag, bottle, soft flask …) +
Drinking cup +
Survival blanket +
First aid kit with a bandage, gauze, patces +
Clothing suitable for winter conditions (from -3° C to 30° C), in case of strong wind (speed over 100 km/h) +
Mobile phone +
Running shoes +
Energy food +
Headlamp with a spare battery o*
Whistle o
Wind jacket o
Sun protection o
Running poles o

+ Mandatory gear

o* Mandatory for slower runners

o Recommended gear

Make sure you have all the required equipment when you collect your BIB number. If anything is missing, you won’t receive your race number. If your required equipment is incomplete or not shown when requested along the race route, you will be disqualified immediately. Random checks will be conducted during the race.

TRANSPORTATION

If you choose to withdraw from the race, you can do this at any aid station. From there, the pick-up shuttle will transfer you back to the finish area.

FEE INCLUDES

IN THE MONTHS BEFORE THE RACE

  • free webinars on how to train and prepare for UTVV with UESCA coach and team organizers
  • free 1-day UTVV training tours/recces with experienced local trail running guides from October to March in Vipava Valley
  • a possibility to join us on multi-day recces in Vipava Valley
  • inspirational, educational and entertaining content on our socials
  • newsletter with all the information about the race
  • a race guide with all the information needed for runners and supporters, published two weeks before the race

RACE WEEK

  • personalized BIB number with an RFID time-keeping tag
  • starter goodie bag with the official UTVV technical race T-shirt, gifts and souvenirs
  • GPS trackers for the Emperor 160 km and Centurion 110 km runners
  • drop bags at the transition aid stations for the Emperor 160 km (2) and Centurion 110 km (1) race
  • Emperor 160 km (2) and Centurion 110 km (1) drop bags transfer back to the finish line in Ajdovščina
  • finish bags for all races
  • aid stations with a variety of drinks and food approximately every 12 km
  • hot meals for Emperor 160 km (2) and Centurion 110 km (1) race
  • a hot meal at the finish line in Ajdovščina for all runners
  • showers, changing room and a quiet room for resting near the finish area
  • medical first aid in the finish area and at specified aid stations
  • live timekeeping, interim times, and results
  • a pick-up shuttle for each runner that drops out at aid stations

AFTER THE RACE

  • a Roman medal of honour for all finishers
  • a downloadable finisher certificate
  • a deep knowing and, of course, the right to brag you are a warrior

    NON PARTICIPATION AND REFUND

    Please navigate to Rules and Registration to learn more.

    CATEGORIES

    WOMEN MEN
    up to 34 years up to 34 years
    35 to 49 years 35 to 49 years
    50 to 59 years 50 to 59 years
    over 60 years over 60 years

    AWARDS

    The first three in the absolute category will be awarded trophies and prizes.
    The Organizer reserves the right to make changes.

    HALL OF FAME

    Male Female
    1. Marko Tratnik (SI) – 5:25:56 Petra Tratnik (SI) – 5:44:12
    2. Matic Čačulovič (SI) – 5:26:21 Nicol Guidolin (IT) – 6:18:43
    3. Nejc Blatnik (SI) – 5:28:39 Karolina Jelinkova (CZ) – 6:33:43

     

    Male Female
    1. Janez Klančnik (SI) – 05:19:47 Petra Tratnik (SI) – 05:58:41
    2. Marko Tratnik (SI) – 05:24:55 Francesca Scribani (IT) – 07:13:10
    3. Alberto Garbujo (IT) – 06:02:15 Erika Cecchel (IT) – 07:26:53

     

    Male Female
    1. Marko Tratnik (SI) – 4:40:04 Petra Tratnik (SI) – 5:03:37
    2. Aleš Žontar (SI) – 04:42:14 Martina Potrč (SI) – 05:19:13
    3. Marjan Zupančič (SI) – 04:47:45 Anja Zima (SI) – 05:57:05
    Male Female
    1. Marko Tratnik (SI) – 4:34:01 Petra Tratnik (SI) – 04:56:57
    2. Janez Klančnik (SI) – 04:43:01 Martina Potrč (SI) – 05:14:35
    3. Donatello Rota (IT) – 04:48:20 Barbora Cichá (CZ) – 05:50:35
    Male Female
    1. Marko Tratnik (SI) – 4:37:57 Petra Tratnik (SI) – 5:00:22
    2. Matic Čačulovič (SI) –  4:52:07 Ana Čufer (SI) – 5:28:10
    3. Missud Bastien (AT) – 4:59:51 Nataša Robnik (SI) – 5:56:50
    Male Female
    1. Anže Sobočan (SI) – 5:01:57 Ajda Radinja (SI) – 5:25:45
    2. Matic Čačulovič (SI)  –  5:15:10 Sara Trevisan (IT) – 6:16:45
    3. Anže Šenk (SI) – 5:17:37 Vesna Dolenc (SI) – 6:27:22

     

    Male Female
    1. Marko Tratnik (SI) – 4:27:10 Petra Tratnik (SI) – 4:51:10
    2. Janez Justin ml. (SI) –  4:49:24 Martina Trimmel (AT) – 5:32:48
    3. Sylvain Vouillamoz (FR)  – 4:56:36 Mojca Koligar (SI) – 5:48:03

     

    Male Female
    1. Marko Tratnik (SI) – 4:16:54 Katja Kegl Vencelj (SI) – 5:38:28
    2. Tomaž Ferjančič (SI) –  4:49:09 Žana Andreeva (SI) – 5:54:46
    3. Janez Justin ml. (SI) – 4:52:04 Petra Vladimirov (SI) – 6:03:49
    Male Female
    1. Ivan Blečić (HR) – 5:07:50 Mojca Kermavnar (SI) – 5:37:38
    2. Mitja Volčanšek (SI) –  5:12:50 Mihaela Tušar (SI) – 5:57:08
    3. Aljoša Smolnikar (SI) – 5:15:43 Žana Andreeva (SI) – 6:03:43

     

    TESTIMONIALS

    I ran the 50k as my first ultra and I couldn’t ask for a better race for it to be my first. The organisation of the race was one of if not the best I’ve seen, all the way from buying entry to post race. The volunteers were great – from the Roman soldiers and cheer leaders to all the people manning the aid stations made the experience even better. In terms of the 50k route, it was a beautiful route, consisting of mostly trails with some road. Big thanks to everyone that contributed to making it a great race!

    Jack Edward Lancefield (United Kindom)

    Gladiator, 50km

    I would like to thank all the people on the aid stations and the organizer. This was one of the best organized races I did. Good marking of the track, friendly people all over, helpful, the food on the stations perfect. I could really enjoy the race. Thank you!

    Martina Kirschner-Trimmel (Austria)

    Gladiator, 50km - 2017 - 2nd place

    One of the best events and races where i have been and done it :)) happy, kind and very nice people all around ❤ … Thank you so much and hope we will come again next year 😘 I think, I can say this from all of us from Czech Republic and Slovakia crew 😘

    Petra Curinova (Czech Republic)

    Gladiator, 50km

    TRACK RECORDS

    Marko Tratnik (SI)

    4:16:54 (2016)

    Petra Tratnik (SI)

    4:51:10 (2017)