Terms and conditions

General Terms of Competition

English Translation

1. Participation at Own Risk:
   Each participant competes at their own risk. By paying the registration fee and signing the registration form, the participant confirms that they agree to the terms and conditions and competes at their own responsibility (for minors, this responsibility is assumed by their parents or guardians, who sign the form).
2. Registration Form Signature:
   Registration forms will be signed when collecting bib numbers at the registration desk.
3. Physical Preparedness:
   Participants must be in good physical condition.
4. Weather Conditions:
   The competition will take place in all weather conditions, except when the safety of participants may be at risk. In such cases, the organizer reserves the right to alter the route or cancel the event.
5. Age Restrictions:
   Participants under 18 years old are not allowed to compete in the 64 km and 100 km categories due to the demanding nature of these routes.
6. Route Markings and Safety Measures:
   The route will be well-marked every 50–200 m with ribbons, signs, flags, and road markings. Medical assistance and mountain rescue services will be available on the course. Marshals will also be present at key points to guide runners and ensure their safety.
7. Liability Disclaimer:
   The organizer is not responsible for any consequences resulting from injuries or damages caused by participants to themselves, fellow competitors, or third parties.
8. Voluntary Withdrawal:
   Participants may voluntarily withdraw from the race at checkpoints. In such cases, they must immediately inform the organizer using the contact information on their bib number.
9. Assistance:
   Any external assistance between aid stations is prohibited.
10. Damage to Equipment:
    The organizer is not responsible for any damage to participants’ equipment.
11. Route Issues:
    If route markings are missing or unclear, participants must report this at the nearest checkpoint.
12. Mandatory Equipment:
    All participants must carry the required equipment throughout the race.
13. Use of Poles:
    If participants choose to use trekking poles, they must carry them for the entire race. Partial use of poles is not permitted.
14. Sticking to the Route:
    Participants must follow the designated route. Any shortcuts or deviations will result in disqualification. If no route markings are visible for over 200 m, participants must return to the last visible marking and reevaluate their options.
15. Organizer’s Rights:
    The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the rules, which will be communicated to participants in advance.
16. Participant Consent:
    By registering, participants confirm they are aware of the competition rules and that they participate at their own risk, fully understanding the risks associated with such events.
17. Legal Disclaimer:
    By signing the registration form, participants agree not to hold the organizer liable for injuries, damage, or theft of equipment before, during, or after the event.

Regulations on Doping

• The use of doping is strictly prohibited. The organizer may conduct testing if deemed necessary.

Participant Benefits

Participants of the 11 km, 17 km, 35 km, 64 km, and 108 km races will receive:

• Various food and drinks at aid stations every 10–17 km.
• A starter pack.
• A hot meal at the finish line.
• Finish-line bags for the 64 km and 108 km categories, and transition bags for 108 km.
• Showers at the finish area.
• A commemorative medal upon finishing.
• Medical assistance and mountain rescue services on the course and at the finish line.
• Transportation for participants withdrawing at checkpoints to the finish area.
• Personalized bib numbers with RFID chips and GPS tracking (for 108 km).
• Timing, intermediate times, live tracking, and live results.

Penalties and Disqualification

• Deviating from the marked route or taking shortcuts will result in immediate disqualification.
• Lack of mandatory equipment will result in disqualification.
• Littering will lead to immediate disqualification.
• Unsportsmanlike conduct, such as insulting organizers or volunteers, is prohibited.