Cappadocia to host 13th Salomon Ultra Trail in 2026

The 13th annual Salomon Cappadocia Ultra Trail is scheduled to take place from October 16 to 18, 2026, in Cappadocia, Turkey. Organized by Argeus Travel & Events, the event is expected to host 3,474 athletes representing 90 different countries.

The competition will feature various course lengths, including 119, 63, 38, and 14 kilometers, traversing the region's UNESCO World Heritage sites, valleys, and fairy chimneys. The event is supported by several Turkish government bodies, including the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

Among the participants is British athlete Nick Coats, who is running from Albania to reach the event. Coats is undertaking a journey of over 1,000 kilometers to compete in the 119K course, noting that this marks his first visit to Turkey.