Ultramediterrània.
Ultramediterrània PRO 160K demands precise preparation for den langen Anstiegen und technischen Bergpassagen. Runners who distribute their effort evenly and control the decisive climbs remain capable of racing through the final section.
Ultramediterrània 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The course travels through the mountains around Alcoi on tracks, forest roads and mountain paths. Its difficulty comes less from one obstacle than from the succession of climbs, technical ground and long rises late in the route. The UPV campus in Alcoi is the finish for the point-to-point courses; starts vary by distance.
Ultramediterrània is as much a landscape day as a race, crossing the Serreta, Mariola, Aitana, Serrella and Montcabrer areas. January can bring cold, wet ground and poor visibility, changing the character of marked mountain paths. Secure footing and concentration therefore matter alongside endurance.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 3.7 | 3.9 km | 10.1 % | 26 % | +398 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 12.1 | 4.7 km | 12.2 % | 33.2 % | +569 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 33 | 5.4 km | 13.1 % | 36.4 % | +702 m | Cat. 1 |
| km 53.1 | 2.7 km | 16.5 % | 44.8 % | +449 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 73 | 3.8 km | 10.8 % | 30 % | +410 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 120.7 | 3 km | 16.2 % | 33.6 % | +485 m | Cat. 2 |
| km 125.7 | 1.5 km | 20.5 % | 33.4 % | +302 m | Cat. 3 |
| km 134.9 | 2.7 km | 10.8 % | 26.6 % | +291 m | Cat. 3 |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Ultramediterrània.
Start under control
Keep the opening kilometres below your threshold and preserve strength for the middle and late mountain sections. Use runnable links efficiently, but choose a climbing pace you can repeat after many hours rather than attacking the first rise.
Hold your rhythm
The race is decided when another sustained climb arrives on tired legs. The main trap is treating the first long ascent like a short hill race and spending the reserves too early.
Spend what is left
Descend with a secure line: technical ground is not the place to buy back time through unnecessary risk.
Training plan for Ultramediterrània: 12-week build
Build the base
Depending on the distance, prepare for several hours of aerobic work interrupted by sustained climbs and shorter harder ramps. Train the changes between hiking, easy uphill running and controlled running on rolling mountain ground rather than only steady pace.
Train race pace
Include long sessions with a harder final third. This teaches you to work efficiently on the late climbs when your legs are already tired.
Rehearse the course
Add short, controlled technical descents so foot placement and cadence are familiar before race day. January cold, wind and poor visibility are part of the event's demands.
Arrive fresh
Test clothing, lights and fuelling in imperfect conditions, and practise self-sufficiency for long stretches between aid stations.
Courses
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Everything about Ultramediterrània.
How long is Ultramediterrània?
Ultramediterrània is 160 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Ultramediterrània have?
Ultramediterrània has around 7,253 m of elevation gain over 160 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Ultramediterrània?
Ultramediterrània is classified as Mountainous, averaging 45.6 vertical metres per kilometre. 7% of the route is flat, 21% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 23% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Ultramediterrània have?
The hardest climb of Ultramediterrània starts at kilometre 33, runs for 5.4 km at an average of 13.1% and gains 702 metres. Cycling-convention rating: Cat. 1. 8 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Ultramediterrània a loop course?
Yes, Ultramediterrània is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Ultramediterrània course?
Yes. The Ultramediterrània course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Ultramediterrània?
Preparation for Ultramediterrània should account for 160 km, 7,253 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Ultramediterrània?
The pacing strategy for Ultramediterrània should reflect 160 km, 7,253 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Ultramediterrània take place?
Ultramediterrània takes place on January 22, 2027.
Where does Ultramediterrània take place?
Ultramediterrània takes place in Alcoi, Spain.
Which distances does Ultramediterrània offer?
Ultramediterrània offers 7 distances — Ultramediterrània PRO 160K: 160 km; Ultramediterrània ONE 86K: 86 km; Ultramediterrània MAX 50K: 50 km; Ultramediterrània STG 89K: 89 km; Ultramediterrània EXP 25K: 25 km; Ultramediterrània VRT 6K: 14 km and 1 more.
How do I register for Ultramediterrània?
Registration runs through the organiser: ultramediterrania.com. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
