Run The Berg Ultra | 2026
Event information
Run Runtheberg on 3 October 2026 in the Drakensberg. Choose 65km, 42km, 26km or 13km and tackle epic mountain trails in KZN. Now!
About Run The Berg Ultra | 2026
The Runtheberg Ultra 2026 takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026, in the spectacular Drakensberg Mountains of KwaZulu-Natal. Based at All Out Adventures near Bergville, this mountain trail running event offers four challenging distances through rugged single-track, steep climbs, technical terrain and some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in South Africa.
🔥 Runners can choose from the 65km Ultra, 42km Marathon, RTB 25 and 13km Trail Race. From fast, flowing mountain single-track on the shorter course to demanding climbs and technical high-mountain running on the longer distances, Runtheberg is designed for runners looking for a true Drakensberg trail adventure.
🏅 Race Distances & Entry Fees
| DistanceElevation GainEntry FeeStart TimeCut-Off | ||||
| 65km Ultra | ±2,600m | R3,100 | 04:00 | 20:00 |
| 42km Marathon | ±1,700m | R2,500 | 07:00 | 19:00 |
| RTB 25 – approx. 26km | ±850m | R1,600 | 08:00 | 17:00 |
| 13km Trail Race | ±250m | R1,100 | 08:30 | 13:30 |
The 65km and 42km races start at All Out Adventures, while the RTB 25 and 13km start at The Cavern. All four races finish at All Out Adventures.
📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday, 3 October 2026
Race Village: All Out Adventures, Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal
Distances: 65km, 42km, approx. 26km & 13km
Entries Close: 23 September 2026, or once capacity is reached
Registration: Friday afternoon at All Out Adventures
Saturday Registration: Available for the 42km, RTB 25 and 13km only
🎁 What’s Included
👕 A specially designed technical race shirt is included with entry.
🏅 Finishers receive a hand-crafted medal.
💧 Well-positioned aid stations provide hydration and nutrition across the mountain routes.
🧭 The 65km and 42km are GPS self-navigation races, with a GPS device compulsory. The shorter RTB 25 and 13km courses are marked.
⛰️ Take on the Drakensberg
Whether you're tackling the 13km single-track course or committing to the demanding 65km Ultra, Runtheberg 2026 delivers steep climbs, fast descents, technical trails and unforgettable views across the Little Berg and Amphitheatre. It's a serious mountain challenge in one of South Africa's most spectacular trail-running environments.