Králický Sněžník BEZE STOPY 8
The 8th edition of the Králický Sněžník BEZE STOPY will be held on July 11, 2026, in Heřmanice u Králík. This race is part of the Czech Cup in Mountain Running and the Iscarex Cup. The event emphasizes minimal waste production with 0% asphalt on the course.
Race Schedule:
- Presentation: 9:00 - 10:30
- Main Race Start: 11:00
- Juniors Race Start: 11:00 (on sedle Puchačavy)
- Award Ceremony: 15:15 at the start location
Course Description:
- Main Race: 14.1 km with 1050m elevation gain.
- Juniors Race: 5 km, 440m elevation gain, following the Puchača - Kr. Sněžník route.
The course includes a hydration station at sedlo Puchača with a time limit of 1:45:00, and Králický Sněžník summit with a time limit of 3:00:00 (14:00).
Return Route:
- Option A: 4.5 km along the yellow trail to the shelter "Pod Vilemínkou", where a bus will transport belongings. Last bus departs at 14:45.
- Option B: A pleasant downhill run along the red E3 trail, then the cycling route 6269.
Registration:
- Online registration opens December 1, 2025.
- Early bird fee: 200 Kč until the end of February 2026.
- Standard fee: 300 Kč from March to July 10, 2026.
- On-site registration: 400 Kč.
Included in the start fee: start number, refreshments on the course, an aluminum foil at the summit, post-race meal, and bus transportation for belongings.
Prizes:
Track Record Bonus: 5000 Kč. Can you beat Tomáš Lichý's time of 1:10:34 or Hana Švestková Stružková's time of 1:23:58?
Rules:
- Support and outside refreshments are allowed. All waste must be carried by the runner or handed to support staff; littering results in disqualification.
- Adhere to time limits and bus departure times.
- Using headphones is permitted but not recommended for safety reasons.
- Running with dogs is allowed only at the back of the race pack.
- Running with poles is permitted.
- By registering, you consent to the use of photos and recordings for promotional purposes.