Turkey · İstanbul Province
Merrell İstanbul Ultra
Distance
60 km
Date
September 5, 2026
Entry fee
2,700 TRY
€ / km
€0.90
Megacity-to-forest contrast: quick access, runnable trails, and a big-event vibe near Istanbul.
Elevation and Terrain
Total Meters
1380m
D+/KM
23m/km
For context, the Tor des Géants 330 loop has 73 D+/km.
Avg Uphill Gradient
0.0%
Avg Downhill Gradient
0.0%
Route Profile
Analysed 2026-05-02Terrain breakdown
0%Uphill100%Flat0%Downhill
Terrain
ForestUrban
Climbs
Race files
Logistics
Nearest airport
Istanbul (IST) / Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW)
Notes
Start: ~45–90 min depending on start zone (Belgrad Forest/Kemerburgaz corridor common; TODO: verify) / Public transport: good to city; last-mile to forest trailheads often needs taxi/shuttle / Accommodation: very strong in Istanbul; easy logistics
Last checked: March 17, 2026Official Website →
