Event Information

 Conwy, United Kingdom
07 September 2026

Dragon's Back Race 2026

Regarded as the world’s toughest mountain race, the Dragon’s Back Race® was extended from five to six days in 2021, increasing the distance from 315km to 380km, and height climbed from 15,500m to 17,400m. Participants start at Conwy Castle and then embark on an incredible journey down the whole spine of Wales, finishing in Cardiff Castle

Dragon's Back Race

ITRA Points
Mountain Level
  7
Finisher Level
  10
National League
-

Course details

 Race Date: 2026/09/07
 Start Time: 06:00:00
 Participation: Solo
 Distance: 379.00
 Elevation Gain: +17400
 Elevation Loss: -17030
 Time Limit: 96:0:0
 Number of Aid Stations: 6
 Number of Participants: 500
 
 

About the Race

Dragons Back Race has acquired near mythical status in the adventure racing and running community. The event was first held in 1992. Already regarded as the worlds toughest mountain race, the Dragons Back Race was extended from five to six days in 2021, increasing the distance covered from 315km to 380km, and height climbed from 15,500m to 17,400m. Participants start at Conwy Castle and then embark on an incredible journey down the whole spine of Wales, finishing in the grounds of Cardiff Castle.

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