Already conquered the Marathon des Sables, Spartathlon, or even Badwater? Wondering what’s next?
Here it is: 463 km in 6 days, at altitudes up to 2,100 m – a challenge like no other. Test your physical and mental limits in The World’s Longest 6-Stage Foot Race.
Conquered Comrades and ready for something new – but not six days of running just yet?
Tackle 463 km at your own pace, one ultra at a time: 5 races of 79–88 km and one of 45 km. Collect them all, earn a unique prize, and create your legacy.
Begin your journey at the hippodrome built for the World Nomad Games, then run along the very edge of Issyk Kul before crossing quiet rural landscapes.
The finish lies in the village of Kuturgu, on the shore of Tyup Bay, whose waters are said to conceal the ruins of an ancient monastery – once believed to house the relics of St. Matthew.
A long run that invites reflection on the timeless and the sacred.
Stage 5 / Seven Bulls Ultra
May 8, 2026
Start: 08:00
Cutoff: 20:00
Start: Kuturgu (1,630 m)
Finish: Seven Bulls Viewpoint (2,080 m)
Distance: 81 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,720 m
Why Run It?
The toughest ultra of the series. After 50 km of steady effort, a relentless 30 km climb begins – rising to over 2,000 meters above sea level.
It’s a challenge for the brave at heart, but the reward is unforgettable: perhaps the most breathtaking finish line view in the ultramarathon world – the iconic Seven Bulls rock formation, described in guidebooks across the globe.
This is not just a race – it’s a catharsis.
Stage 6 / Fairy Tale Ultra
May 9, 2026
Start: 08:00
Cutoff: 20:00
Start: Jeti Ögüz (1,710 m)
Finish: Fairy Tale Canyon (1,730 m)
Distance: 88 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,340 m
Why Run It?
The longest ultra ends in one of Issyk Kul’s most surreal landmarks: Fairy Tale Canyon – a landscape so otherworldly, it looks more like Mars than Earth.
This is quite literally a journey into a fairy tale. 😉
And for those finishing The World’s Longest 6-Stage Foot Race, this final run seals a legendary feat – one worthy of comparison with the myths themselves.
Stage 1 / Xuanzang Way Ultra
May 4, 2026
Start: 08:00
Cutoff: 20:00
Start: Royal Gate Yurt Glamping (1,630 m)
Finish: Ak Bulun Peninsula (1,600 m)
Distance: 86 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,400 m
Why Run It?
Step into history as you follow the ancient path of the Chinese monk Xuanzang, who journeyed
along the southern shore of Issyk Kul in the 7th century.
Test your endurance as you climb to 2,000 m above sea level, and finish in a UN-recognized
Important Bird and Biodiversity Area on the Ak Bulun Peninsula.
This isn’t just a race – it’s a pilgrimage.
Stage 2 / Boom Wind Ultra
May 5, 2026
Start: 08:00
Cutoff: 20:00
Start: Ak Bulun Yurt Camp (1,600 m)
Finish: Kosh Köl Beach (1,600 m)
Distance: 79 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: 720 m
Why Run It?
This relatively flat ultra takes you through Balykchy, a key transport hub today and once a vital stop on the Great Silk Road.
Its name comes from the strong winds that sweep through the Boom Gorge, often called the gateway to Issyk Kul – though the wind usually won’t trouble you.
A beachside finish and a photo-worthy final moment make every step worth it.
Stage 3 / Warm Sea Ultra
May 6, 2026
Start: 08:00
Cutoff: 15:00
Start: Kosh Köl (1,620 m)
Finish: Baktuu Dolonotu, Hippodrome (1,640 m)
Distance: 45 km
Elevation Gain/Loss: 600 m
Why Run It?
The shortest and most relaxed race of the series finishes in the heart of the “Issyk Kul Riviera” – a place famous for its beaches, resorts, and sunny charm.
It’s the perfect intro to the 6-Ultra Challenge or a well-earned recovery day for 6-Day runners.
Don’t miss a soak in the nearby Ak Bermet hot spring, a legendary spot for rejuvenation after the run.
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