The Trail 100 Andorra By UTMB® Unleashes Its Most Competitive Edition in 2026

The Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB® Unleashes its Most Competitive Edition in 2026

The Pyrenees are preparing to welcome thousands of elite runners and amateurs in an unmissable event in world trail running.

The countdown has begun. Next Friday, June 12, 2026, Andorra will dress up to host one of the most exciting and close editions of the Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB®. This test, consolidated as an international benchmark, promises high mountain landscapes of formidable demand and a sporting level that will make trail running fans vibrate.

With a participation that is around 3,800 runnersthe event demonstrates its enormous global appeal. France leads the representation, followed closely by Spain, Andorra, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. A fact that highlights the growth of trail running is the increase in female participation, which already reaches a notable 24% of total registered.

Forming part of the prestigious UTMB World Series circuit, the race stands as a mandatory stop for mountain racing lovers. Not only because of the quality of its athletes, but also because of its deep connection with the Andorran territory and its ability to bring together athletes from all corners of the planet. Throughout the week, Ordino and the entire Principality will become the epicenter of the activity, with a Race Village that will be the heart of the event, hosting the Expo, the collection of numbers, the informative talks and the arrival of all distances.

The 2026 edition is distinguished by the exceptional quality of its competitors. The event will bring together seasoned veterans of the international elite along with young talents seeking to take a qualitative leap in their sporting careers.

In the men's category, the American Rod Farvardwith a UTMB Index of 918, is emerging as one of the big favorites. He is accompanied in the fight for victory by names like Thibaut Marguet (874), Richard Lockwood (860) and Philip Ausserhofer (858). In the women's section, the Italian Martina Valmassoi (758) leads the list of candidates, supported by the formidable Anastasia Davydenova (728) and the brave Andrea Vlasakova (723).

The queen distance of 80 kilometers promises to be a true spectacle of endurance and strategy. Among the men, the talent of Julen Calvo (894), the claw of Guillaume Tiphene (875) and the solidity of Morten Andonsen (868). In the women's competition, Allison Baca (772) is presented as the undisputed leader, followed closely by Lindsay Allison (740) and Juliane Rössler (721).

The Trail 50K is anticipated to be one of the most exciting and fastest tests of the weekend. In the men's category, the strength of Robert Pkemoi (920), the audacity of Maximilien Drion (902) and the skill of Mario Olmedo Sánchez (889) promise an exciting duel. On the part of women, Blandine L'Hirondel (807) and Gemma Arenas (750) are the big favorites. In addition, this edition will have the inspiring presence of Anna Ongaro (673), who already demonstrated his potential by winning the Salomon Ultra Pirineu 2025.

Beyond pure and simple competition, the Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB® offers a comprehensive experience that fuses physical improvement with immersion in the wild nature of high mountains and the vibrant atmosphere that characterizes the trail running community. Each runner will face their own challenge, whether fighting to get on the podium or simply to cross the finish line. In any case, the route will test the limits of endurance and mental strength in one of the most impressive settings in the Pyrenees.

Frequently Asked Questions

• When is the Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB® held in 2026?
  The race will take place next Friday, June 12, 2026.
• How many participants are expected in this edition?
  About 3,800 runners are expected to participate.
• Which countries will have the greatest representation?
  France will be the country with the most participants, followed by Spain, Andorra, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
• What is the percentage of female participation?
  Female participation represents close to 24% of the total registered.
• Is it part of any international circuit?
  Yes, the event is part of the UTMB World Series.
• Who are some of the favorites in the men's 100 km category?
  Rod Farvard, Thibaut Marguet, Richard Lockwood and Philip Ausserhofer stand out.
• And in the women's 100 km category?
  The favorites are Martina Valmassoi, Anastasia Davydenova and Andrea Vlasakova.
• Who are the names to watch in the men's 80 km race?
  Julen Calvo, Guillaume Tiphene and Morten Andonsen stand out.
• And in the women's 80 km race?
  Allison Baca leads the list, followed by Lindsay Allison and Juliane Rössler.
• Which notable runner participates in the 50K event?
  Anna Ongaro, winner of the Salomon Ultra Pirineu 2025, will participate in the 50K distance.

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