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UTMB World

Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB 2027

May 14, 2027 – May 16, 2027Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, United Kingdom
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Key facts

May14

Friday, May 14, 2027 – Sunday, May 16, 2027

4distances, up to 164K
United KingdomLocation
26.9KInstagram followers
Location
Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, United Kingdom
Distances
25K56K104K164K
Series
UTMB World
Race type
ultra
Instagram
@ultratrailsnowdonia26,900 followers
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Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, United Kingdom
This race2 races within 250 km
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About the race

Ultra‑Trail Snowdonia by UTMB is a premier mountain ultra‑trail running event in North Wales (UK), featuring multiple distances through the rugged peaks, valleys and trails of the Snowdonia National Park. Known for its demanding terrain, stunning views, and inclusion in the UTMB World Series calendar.

How to prepare for Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB

Pick your distance to see how long to train, how to fuel and the gear that suits this course.

Your distance:

Training

24 weeks of specific training

Plan a long build: back-to-back long runs, night running and at least one 8–10 hour day.

Add two short strength sessions a week (legs, hips and core): they protect you on the descents.

See the week-by-week training plan

Fuel and hydration

Aim for 60–90 g of carbs per hour, train your gut, carry real food for the night and plan your crew and drop bags.

Terrain and conditions

Runnable course: train on similar trails and practise holding a steady pace on the climbs.

Recommended gear

Picked for this course and distance from the products we compare.

Shoes

Hoka Mafate 5
Hoka Mafate 5Shoes$190
The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
The North Face Altamesa 500 v2Shoes$170
Altra Olympus 275 HiLo
Altra Olympus 275 HiLoShoes$200
Kiprun Kipsummit Max
Kiprun Kipsummit MaxShoes$150

Essentials for the 164K

Salomon ADV Skin 12
Salomon ADV Skin 12Vest$165
Maurten Gel 100
Maurten Gel 100Nutrition$3.41
LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SL
LEKI Ultratrail FX.One SLPoles$190

Learn more in our guides

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Race planning

Plan Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB on race day

Your pace leg by leg, the food where you'll need it and a wristband to print, on this race's profile.

  • Your time at each aid station and the margin on the cut-offs
  • Gels and real food placed by kilometre, by what you burn
  • Aid stations and cut-offs you move right on the chart
  • A wristband with your profile, times and food to print
Plan Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB How it works

Example · 25 km trail with two aid stations

Gel25 g carbsMedjool dates36 g carbsCaffeine gel25 g carbsSalt capsule250 mg Na
Aid station 1·08:58Aid station 2·09:48Finish·10:35
628 m303 m
0:460:220:210:180:130:16
0 km5 km10 km15 km20 km25 km
ClimbRollingDescentAid stationCut-off point

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When is Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB 2027?

Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB 2027 takes place in Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, United Kingdom: May 14 – 16, 2027. Add it to your calendar from the top of this page so you don’t miss it.

Where does Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB take place?

Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB takes place in Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, United Kingdom. There are 2 other trail races within 250 km, shown on the map, if you want to combine them in one trip.

What distances does Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB have?

Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB has 4 distances: 25K, 56K, 104K, and 164K. The longest is the 164K.

Is Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB part of a race series?

Yes: Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB is part of UTMB World.

How long should I train for Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB?

For the 164K, plan around 24 weeks of specific training if you already run regularly. For the 25K, about 12 weeks are enough. Build up long runs with climbing and add two short strength sessions a week.

How technical is Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB?

It is not tagged as a technical race in our data, so check the course profile on the official website and train on trails with climbing like the race’s.

What shoes should I wear for Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB?

For its terrain, choose shoes with good grip and enough cushioning for the distance. Good options: Hoka Mafate 5, The North Face Altamesa 500 v2, and Altra Olympus 275 HiLo. You will find them, and the rest of the gear, in “How to prepare” below.

How do I register for Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB?

Registration is on the official website (snowdonia.utmb.world). Popular races sell out, so check the dates early, and mark it as “I want to register” at the top of this page to keep it in your races.

Where can I stay for Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB?

Look for accommodation in or near Llanberis. The accommodation map on this page shows hotels and apartments around the race, with prices for your dates.

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