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.
Race edition: #4
Start date/time: 06.09.2025 (Saturday), 07:00
Start: Hotel Scardus, Popova Sapka (N. Macedonia)
Finish: Prizren Fortress (Prizren, Kosova)
Distance: 56 km
Elevation gain: 3,125m D+
Elevation loss: 4,348m D-
Aid stations: 7
Time limit: 13 hours
Max. Altitude: 2,212m
Min. Altitude: 525m
Topology: 80% Paths / 15% Tracks / 5% Roads
Max. participants: 60
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)
| Scardus Ultra 2025 – 56 km | ||||||||
| Check Point | Altitude | Location | km | Split km | D+ | D- | Limit | |
| Start | Popova Shapka | 1729 | N42.209722 E20.745520 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| CP1 | Brodec | 1060 | N42.058464, E20.891748 | 10,5 | 10,5 | 240 | 1004 | |
| CP2 | Vejce | 1180 | N42.082844 E20.924108 | 16 | 5,5 | 421 | 244 | 11:00 |
| CP3 | Under Konjuska rocks | 2020 | N42.143990, E20.936930 | 24,5 | 8 | 1311 | 376 | |
| CP4 | Sheep house | 1595 | N42.163263 E20.950799 | 28 | 3,5 | 64 | 526 | |
| CP5 | Prevalla | 1510 | N42.173683, E20.962106 | 30,5 | 2,5 | 18 | 91 | 14:30 |
| CP6 | Oshlak peak | 2212 | N42.196626, E20.891943 | 37,5 | 7 | 738 | 87 | |
| CP7 | Kopana voda | 1545 | N42.210792 E20.834285 | 44 | 6.5 | 110 | 730 | |
| Finish | Finish Prizren Fortress | 525 | N42.209722 E20.745520 | 56 | 12 | 221 | 1290 | 20:00 |
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