The Cross-Border Ultra
(REGISTRATIONS FOR 2025 ARE CLOSED)
The race starts at Hotel Scardus in Popova Shapka, North Macedonia, and takes you through the rugged beauty of the Sharr Mountains. The first 10 km descend gently to Brodec Village, easing you in before the real challenge begins. From Brodec to Veice, the trail gradually ascends, offering stunning views before steepening toward the Kosova border. A tough climb leads to Konjushka Peak, followed by a technical descent past Konjushka Lake to Prevalla Village. The final test is the climb to Oshlak Peak before a winding descent into Prizren, ending at the historic Prizren Fortress.
What you get
Race BIB,
Gifts from partners,
Food and drinks at aid stations,
Marked and maintained course,
Medical and rescue services,
Gear storage,
Drop bag transport to Prizren,
Medal (for the finishers),
Meal (after the race)
Photos and video (from the race),
Volunteer assistance (anything)
Transportation (Prishtina > Skopje > P. Sapka)
Discount at Hotel Scardus (P. Sapka)
Mandatory Gear
Race BIB (must be visible at all times),
Mobile phone (fully charged, emergency numbers saved),
Watch or GPS device (with the GPX map),
Basic first aid kit (bandage, antiseptic),
Food supply (gels, bars, or solid food),
Electrolytes (salt tabs, hydration mix),
Hydration system (min. 1L),
Emergency blanket (min. 140 x 200 cm),
Headlamp (plus extra batteries),
Long-sleeve (thermal layer),
Gloves and hat/buff
Recommended gear
Sunglasses (for sun and wind protection),
Sunscreen & lip balm,
Gaiters (keep debris out of shoes),
Running poles,
Vaseline or anti-chafing cream,
Action camera (if you want to capture the experience)
THE TRANSPORT ITINERARY
(Only for 56km runners)
Please make sure to book your seat at least 10 days in advance to guarantee availability. For reservations: run@highscardusultra.com
Friday – September 5, 2025
Prishtina – Skopje – Popova Sapka
Departure: 15:00 from Prishtina (Youth Center Parking Lot)
First stop: 16:30 arrival Skopje (Hotel Aleksandar Palace)
Arrival: 18:00 in Popova Shapka, Hotel Scardus
Race Briefing: 19:30 in Popova Shapka, Hotel Scardus
On race day (Saturday), after the start, we will transfer participants’ bags directly to Prizren.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Prizren – Prishtina – Skopje
Departure: 19:00 (meeting point: Aurora Bridge)
First stop: Prishtina
Final stop: Skopje
Race edition: #4
Start date/time: 06.09.2025 (Saturday), 06:00
Start: Hotel Scardus, Popova Sapka (N. Macedonia)
Finish: Prizren Fortress (Prizren, Kosova)
Distance: 56 km
Elevation gain: 3,214m D+
Elevation loss: 4,493m D-
Aid stations: 7
Time limit: 13 hours
Max. Altitude: 2,450m
Min. Altitude: 525m
Topology: 80% Paths / 15% Tracks / 5% Roads
Max. participants: 60
| Scardus Ultra Trail 2025 – 56 km – 3214m D+ / 4493 m D- / 06:00 – 19:00 | ||||||||||||
| Nr. | Check Point | Altitude | KM | Split KM | D+ | D- | Time first | tod first | Time Last | tod last | Time Limit | Food/Water |
| Start Popova Shapka | 1729 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 h 00′ | 6:00 | 0 h 00′ | 6:00 | |||
| CP1 | Brodec | 1060 | 10,5 | 10,5 | 240 | 1000 | 1 h 20′ | 7:20 | 2 h 15′ | 8:15 | ||
| CP2 | Vejce | 1180 | 16 | 5,5 | 421 | 235 | 2 h 00′ | 8:00 | 4 h 00′ | 10:00 | 10:00 | Food + Water |
| CP3 | BP-Konj. Peak | 2450 | 22,5 | 6,5 | 1307 | 18 | 3 h 05′ | 9:05 | 6 h 10′ | 12:10 | Water | |
| CP4 | Prevalla | 1510 | 30,0 | 4 | 12 | 653 | 4 h 05′ | 10:05 | 7 h 30′ | 13:30 | 13:30 | Food + Water |
| CP5 | Oshlak peak | 2212 | 37,5 | 7 | 738 | 87 | 5 h 00′ | 11:00 | 9 h 30′ | 15:30 | Water | |
| CP6 | Kopana voda | 1545 | 44 | 6.5 | 110 | 730 | 5 h 50′ | 11:50 | 11 h 00′ | 17:00 | Food + Water | |
| Finish Prizren Fortress | 525 | 56 | 12 | 221 | 1290 | 7 h 15′ | 13:15 | 13 h 00′ | 19:00 | 19:00 | Food + Water | |
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