About event

Mystical Mount Vottovaara
In the Republic of Karelia
The unique start from the RHR team will take place again

Maximum number of participants is 1,500 athletes.

September 4-5, 2027

Race distances: running 14 km, 55 km, 50 miles, and 100 miles, as well as two extreme races: Votto Lake Extreme Breakout and Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence, suitable for the bravest trail runners with good orienteering skills. All distances will be declared to ITRA. Distances for children: Karelia Fun Run 1 km (ages 0-10) and Karelia Sprint 3 km (ages 11-14).


Karelia is beautiful at any time of year, but autumn brings green, yellow, and red forests, the last warm days, and cool nights. No insects.

 



Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles is a circuit distance with an elevation gain of approximately 2,000 m. Participants will see Mount Vottovaara, Lake Pisanets, and Death Mountain.
50 miles is a circuit distance with an elevation gain of approximately 1,000 m. Participants will see Mount Vottovaara and Death Mountain.
55 km is a circuit distance with an elevation gain of approximately 700 m with a mandatory run up Mount Vottovaara.
14 km – radial distance with a loop around the Marble Quarry.

Votto Lake Extreme Breakout – for the most resilient and powerful athletes, we've prepared a new challenge, the most challenging Nordic trail, about 40 km of truly beautiful wilderness and brutal terrain!
Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence – for the most extreme athletes. Even longer than the VLEB, even more challenging non-running sections, even more places with swimming between islands. A unique distance where you'll be at one with nature and achieve complete zen. A journey across Pyuksa Mountain, where no trail runner has gone before.

Athletes who successfully complete the Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence and Votto Lake Extreme Breakout will receive a special Lonely Runner trophy.

May the Force be with you!

Registration
Dear athletes!
Registration for the Vottovaara Ultra (Vottovaara Mountain Race 2027)
is now closed as the participant limit has been reached!
May the Force be with you!

For any questions, please contact us via email at: info@goldenultra.ru
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Information

Date: September 4-5, 2027


September 4, 2027

10:00 - Start for participants in the Votto Lake Extreme Breakout

16:00 - Start for participants in the Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles

16:30 - Start for participants in the Karelia Sprint

17:00 - Start for participants in the Karelia Fun Run


September 5, 2027

06:00 - Start for participants in the 50 Miles

08:00 - Start for participants of the Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence

08:00 - Start for participants of the 55 km distance

09:00 - Start for participants of the 14 km distance


Venue:

Expo, start and finish for all distances - 62.93882 32.51877 (Russia, Republic of Karelia, Muezersky District, Gimoli settlement)


Distances:

  • Vottovaara Ultra 100 Miles (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 Miles) - 158 km. Elevation gain 1719 m;
  • 50 miles - 78 km. Elevation gain 937 m;
  • Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence - 64.5 km. Elevation gain 639 m;
  • 55 km - 51.4 km. Elevation gain 528 m;
  • Votto Lake Extreme Breakout - 44.5 km. Elevation gain 160 m;
  • 14 km - 13.2 km. Elevation gain: 71 m;
  • Karelia Sprint - 3 km;
  • Karelia Fun Run - 1 km.

Distance limits:

  • Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles - 27 hours;
  • 50 miles - 15 hours;
  • Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence - 12 hours;
  • 55 km - 10 hours;
  • Votto Lake Extreme Breakout - 8 hours;
  • 14 km - 3 hours.

Participation in the event is open to:


  • Vottovaara Ultra 100 miles (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles), 50 miles, Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence - ages 18 to 75;
  • Votto Lake Extreme Breakout 55 km - ages 18 and up;
  • 14 km - ages 15 and up;
  • Karelia Sprint - ages 11 to 14 (parental presence optional);
  • Karelia Fun Run - ages 5 to 10, independently. Children aged 0 to 4 years old - alone or accompanied by a parent or guardian (legal representative).

Participant age is determined on the actual date of the event.

September 4-5, 2027.

September 4, 2027

08:00-18:00

Expo operation in the start-finish area. Distribution of starter packs to registered participants

08:00-18:00

Equipment check for Elite and Cluster A athletes

08:00-09:30

Distribution of starter packs for participants in the Votto Lake Extreme Breakout

08:00-15:30

Distribution of starter packs for participants in the Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles)

08:00-16:00

Starter pack distribution for participants in the Karelia Sprint and Karelia Fun Run races

09:00

Changing room and storage locker opening

09:30

Briefing and equipment check for participants in the Votto Lake Extreme Breakout)

10:00

Start for participants of the Votto Lake Extreme Breakout

10:00-18:00

Young Trail Runners' Headquarters

11:00

Briefing for participants of the Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles)

15:00-16:00

Reception of supplies and equipment check for participants in the Vottovaara Ultra 100-mile race (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles)

16:00

Start for participants in the Vottovaara Ultra 100-mile race (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles) Miles)

16:30

Start for participants in the Karelia Sprint (Karelia Sprint)

17:00

Start for participants in the Karelia Fun Run (Karelia Fun) Run)

18:00

Closing of the finish line for participants of the Votto Lake Extreme Breakout race

18:00

Award ceremony for winners of the Votto Lake Extreme Breakout, Karelia Sprint, and Karelia Fun Run races

19:00

Briefing for all participants distances

September 5, 2027

05:00

Opening of the start and finish town

05:00-09:00

Distribution of starter packs to registered participants

05:00-06:00

Reception of drop-off points for participants in the 50 Miles

06:00

Start for participants in the 50-mile race

07:30

Equipment check for participants in the Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence

08:00

Start for participants in the Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence Race Silence)

08:00

Start for 55 km participants

09:00

Start for 14 km participants

12:00

Finish line closes for 14 km participants km

12:10

Award ceremony for the winners of the 14 km distance

18:00

Closing of the finish line for the 55 km distance

18:10

Award ceremony for the winners of the 55 km distance, Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence, and Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles)

19:00

Finish line closing for participants of the Vottovaara Ultra 100-mile race (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles)

20:00

Award ceremony for the 50-mile race winners

20:00

Finish line closing for the Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence race participants

21:00

Finish line closing for the 50-mile race participants

21:00

Finish line closing for the 50-mile race participants

21:00

Closing of changing rooms, storage lockers, and closing start and finish town

 

Participants can register online at https://my.goldenultra.ru/ in their personal account from 12:00 PM July 1, 2026, to 12:00 PM August 8, 2027.


The registration fee is:

  • Vottovaara Ultra 100 Miles (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 Miles) - RUB 18,000.
  • 50 Miles - RUB 11,000.
  • Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence - RUB 9,000.
  • 55 km - RUB 9,000.
  • Votto Lake Extreme Breakout - RUB 8,000. rub.
  • 14 km – 6,000 rubles.
  • Karelia Sprint - 3,000 rubles.
  • Karelia Fun Run - 3,000 rubles.

When registering for the Expo Event (September 4-5, 2027), the cost will be:

  • Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles - 19,000 rubles.
  • 50 miles - 12,000 rubles.
  • Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence - 10,000 rubles.
  • 55 km - 10,000 rubles.
  • Vottozero Extreme Breakthrough (Votto Lake Extreme Breakout) - 9000 RUR
  • 14 km – 7,000 rubles.
  • Karelia Sprint - 3,500 rubles.
  • Karelia Fun Run - 3,500 rubles.

Subject to availability of start numbers!


The registration fee for legal entities and sole proprietors is:

  • Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles - 21,600 rubles.
  • 50 miles - 13,200 rubles.
  • Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence - 10,800 rubles.
  • 55 km - 10,800 rubles.
  • Votto Lake Extreme Breakout - 9,600 rubles.
  • 14 km - 7,200 rubles.
  • Karelia Sprint - 3,600 rubles.
  • Karelia Fun Run - 3,600 rubles.

Applications for participation from legal entities are accepted at corp@goldenultra.ru


Pensioners, large families, honorary donors of Russia, disabled people, veterans, and combat participants receive a 50% discount. To do this, you need to:

  • Register in your participant's personal account on the goldenultra.ru website;
  • Upload documents confirming the discount;
  • When registering for the race, indicate whether you qualify for the discount to apply.

The discount does not apply to the following distances: Vottovaara Ultra 100 Miles (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 Miles), Karelia Sprint, and Karelia Fun Run*.

*Except for families with disabled children.


Re-registration

Electronic re-registration and distance changes are required in your participant's personal account before 12:00 PM on August 8, 2027. The cost is 1000 rubles.

If the distance is changed at the Expo Event (September 4-5, 2027), the cost will be 1000 rubles.


To qualify for the Elite Cluster and Cluster A, the athlete or their representative must upload supporting documents corresponding to the qualification in the participant's personal account on the goldenultra.ru website.

(Results of competitions held after January 1, 2025, are taken into account).

Qualification requirements for the Elite Cluster:

  • PI minimum 700 for men and 575 for women, in accordance with the ITRA index;
  • Prize-winners and top 5 of major Russian and international running competitions;
  • Absolute winners of all starts RHR.

Qualification requirements for Cluster A*:

  • PI minimum 600 for men and 525 for women, according to the ITRA index;
  • Any Running Heroes Russia event - TOP 30 men, TOP 30 women;
  • Any trail event* (more than 100 participants) - TOP 10 men in the overall standings, TOP 10 women;
  • Road distances* - a result of at least category III (according to the 2026-2029 European Running Championships).

*The distance used for qualification must be no more and no less than twice the distance for which the athlete is applying.


For the Vottovaara Ultra 100 Participants who meet one of the following qualification requirements can register for the Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles:

  • successful completion of a distance of 100 km or more;
  • successful completion of one of the following distances:

- Kodar Ridge Chara Sands 70;

- Golden Ring Ultra Trail 100 T80;

- Mad Fox Ultra 50 miles;

- Mad Fox Ultra K70;

- White Bride Ultra M70;

Results from competitions held between 2025 and 2027 will be considered.

The participant's starter pack includes:

  • a start number with a timing chip;
  • a sticker for the storage locker;
  • gifts from the organizing committee and event partners.

Participant starter packs will be distributed at the Expo in the start/finish town 62.93882 32.51877 (Russia, Republic of Karelia, Muyezersky District, Gimoli settlement)

  • September 4, 2027, from 08:00 to 18:00 – for participants of all distances;
  • September 5, 2027, from 05:00 to 09:00 – For distances of 50 miles, Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence, 55 km, 14 km.

Conditions for receiving a starter pack

 

To receive a starter pack, participants aged 18 and over are required to provide the following:

  • original identification document;
  • original medical certificate;
  • insurance policy.

To receive a starter pack, participants aged 15 to 17 are required to provide the following:

  • original identification document;
  • original parental permission to participate in the race and the personal presence of one of the parents upon receipt of the starter pack;
  • original medical certificate Certificates;
  • Insurance policy.

When receiving a starter pack for a participant aged 0 to 14, the parent must provide:

  • Original ID of the parent;
  • A copy of the child's birth certificate or proof of relationship in the parent's passport;
  • Original parental permission to participate in the race and the personal presence of one of the parents upon receipt of the starter pack;
  • Original medical certificate.

Athletes are permitted to participate in the competition with an accident and illness insurance policy. Insurance terms:

  • minimum insured amount of 300,000 rubles;
  • applies to the date(s) of the race;
  • suitable for running/trail running;
  • suitable for participation in running/trail running competitions.

Medical certificate:

  • issued by an institution licensed to carry out medical activities;
  • contains the seal of the medical institution, the signature and seal of the physician, the date of issue, and the full name. participant;
  • contains a conclusion that the participant is permitted to participate in running/trail running events of the same or greater distance;
  • must be completed using the form in Appendix No. 2 to Order No. 1144n of the Russian Ministry of Health dated October 23, 2020 (as amended on September 26, 2023) or confirm that the participant is in health group 1 or 2;
  • valid on the day of the race. The certificate is valid for the period specified therein, but no more than 1 year from the date of issue;
  • the provided certificate will not be returned upon receipt of the start number. A photocopy of the medical certificate will only be accepted upon presentation of the original.

Branded train following the route:

Moscow - St. Petersburg - Gimoly - St. Petersburg - Moscow.

Travel date: September 3-7, 2027

Registration will open the day before the event.


Bus transfer:
The cost of a one-way transfer for participants and accompanying persons is 3,700 rubles. Payment is collected in your personal account on the official website of the event goldenultra.ru. Transfers depart on schedule. Registration opens the day before the event.


Petrozavodsk - Gimoly

September 3, 2027

09:30; 19:30

04 September 2027

04:00; 07:30; 08:30; 09:30; 19:30; 23:00


Gimoly - Petrozavodsk

04 September 2027

19:00

05 September 2027

14:00; 16:00; 18:00; 20:00; 22:30


12.2.1 Coordinates:

  • 61.783846, 34.342675 Bus passage (Petrozavodsk, Republic of Karelia)
  • 62.93882 32.51877 SFG (Russia, Republic of Karelia, Muezersky district, Gimoly village)

Three accommodation options for the Vottovaara Mountain Race 2027:

1) Passengers on the branded trail runner train will stay on the train during the race days; the train will be at Gimolskaya station.

2) You can pitch your own tent in the campground at the start/finish area (62.93882 32.51877, Republic of Karelia, Muezersky District, Gimolskaya village).

3) You can stay in Petrozavodsk and travel to the start/finish area via our organized transfers; please register in advance.

Mandatory Equipment

Mandatory Equipment for the Drop-Off

1. Each food package must be labeled with the participant's number. If the number is missing, the participant will receive a penalty of additional time (+30 minutes) to their final result.

2. The track may be updated the day before the start; information about the track update will be posted on the official race information channels.

3. The organizers' phone number is in the contact list (+7 926 680 31) 69).

  1. Batteries are required only if the flashlight requires recharging to continue operating for the specified minimum mandatory operating time.

5. There will be NO disposable tableware at the refreshment stations!

6. Participants are required to familiarize themselves with the safety instructions and rules of conduct on the water (Appendix No. 1 to the Regulations).

7. Upon receipt of the starter pack, participants are required to notify the organizers of any illness that may affect the provision of medical care.

8. Required first aid kit contents:

  • A bandage at least 10 cm x 5 m (>= 1 piece);
  • Adhesive plaster roll (3 x 300 cm);
  • Hemostatic sponge 50x50mm (>=2 pcs);
  • Sterile wipes no less than 75x75mm (>=3 pcs);
  • Personal medications (if necessary).

Elite and A-level athletes Participants have the opportunity to undergo equipment checks during the distribution of their starter packs. For the Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles, Votto Lake Extreme Breakout, and Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence, equipment checks occur before the distribution of their starter numbers.

In the Votto Lake Extreme Breakout and Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence, participants will receive a special buoy during the swimming stages, which can be used as a flotation device. Additional flotation devices or paddles are prohibited!


Mandatory equipment must be present throughout the entire distance. A check for the athlete's mandatory equipment according to the distance may be made on the course.


Recommended Equipment

Trail Shoes

All Distances

Headgear

All Distances

Tights or leg warmers

100 miles, 50 miles

Sunscreen (SPF30)

All distances

Sunglasses

All distances

Anti-chafing lotion

All distances

Blister patch

all distances

Insect repellents

all distances

Gaiters

all distances

Reflective element on clothing (front and back)

100 miles

Container for Drinks

All distances

Waterproof bag for things

VLEB, VMR SILENCE

Spare warm clothes

VLEB, VMR SILENCE

First aid kit

· Bandage at least 10cm x 5m (>=1 pc);

· Adhesive tape roll (3x300 cm);

· Hemostatic sponge 50x50mm (>=2 pcs);

· Sterile wipes at least 75x75mm (>=3 pcs);

· Personal medications (if necessary).


** Refusal, ignoring inspection, failure to follow the referee's instructions, or unsportsmanlike behavior will result in disqualification!


Please note: the items included in the mandatory equipment list are basic clothing that every trail runner should select according to their skills. This ensures the best safety and efficiency.






Awards are given to 1st through 3rd place men and women in the overall championship for each distance.

  • Vottovaara Ultra 100 Miles (Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 Miles)

1st place - 100,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 70,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 60,000 rubles and gifts;

  • 50 miles

1st place - 50,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 40,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 30,000 rubles and gifts;

  • 55 km

1st place - 40,000 rubles and gifts;

2nd place - 30,000 rubles and gifts;

3rd place - 20,000 rubles and gifts;

  • Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence, Votto Lake Extreme Breakout, 14 km, Karelia Sprint, Karelia Fun Run - prize-winning participants are awarded valuable prizes and gifts.

Athletes who take 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in their age groups are also awarded valuable prizes:

15-17 years old;

18-29 years;

30-39 years;

40-49 years;

50-59 years;

60-69 years;

70 and older.


Every finisher of the Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles, 50 miles, Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence, 55 km, Votto Lake Extreme Breakout, and 14 km receives official ITRA points. Successful finishers of the Vottovaara Mountain Race 100 miles are awarded 5 ITRA points, 50 miles - 3 points, Vottovaara Mountain Race Silence – 2 points, 55 km – 2 points, Votto Lake Extreme Breakout – 1 point and 14 km – 0 points.

Vottovaara Mountain Race 2027 entry lists

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We are confident that the Running Heroes Russia team's competitions can provide unforgettable emotions and an incredible boost of energy, even if you don't run any of the distances.

Anyone who has ever volunteered at our events and supported the athletes on the track and in the start/finish town will confirm the truth of this statement.

We invite you to join our team and experience the festive atmosphere from the inside!

If you want to stay up to date with our news and be the first to know about the start of recruitment for volunteers for one of our events, then subscribe to our Telegram channel https://t.me/rhrvolunteers and stay tuned for updates. The link to the application form for those wishing to join the team will be open 1.5-2 months before the event. Start.

For any questions about volunteering with our team, please email us at volunteer@goldenultra.ru. We are available weekdays! We'd be delighted to welcome you to our ranks. See you soon at the start!

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