Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary 2023 Guide EN

TRAIL IS YOUR WAY

As the director of the seventh Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary, I would like to welcome you.

Please read the Race Guide carefully, as it is packed with information you will need.

The routes of the UTH races pass through the most beautiful and challenging sections of the Pilis and Visegrád Mountains. So no matter which distance you complete, you can be proud of yourself for going all the way.

We organize the race in the spirit of „leave no trace” because we believe in not leaving a mark behind and, future hikers will only learn from the news that a trail running event with over 1350 participants took place in the area.

The 2023 race brings several changes and novelties that reaffirm UTH’s leading position among domestic trail running events. Participants who complete the UTH within 15 hours will receive a medal with the engraving „SUB15” to take home. Regarding UTH and the Szentlászló Trail there will be gels available at 2 aid stations (Courtesy of Squeezy Sport Nutrition). This year the UTH events will take place on 7 different routes as we have two new race categories. Alongside the existing categories, lovers of ascents can challenge themselves in the Salomon Vertical 500 and, enthusiasts of shorter distances can try the Salomon Twin Peaks Trail. A fully stocked aid station will be available for all distances at the Skanzen (previously it was just a liquid checkpoint). So 6.5 kilometers before the finish you can have a little something to boost you towards the finish line.

I believe that UTH is not just a race but a year-long motivation for many trail runners. It is the goal they strive for, the reason they put on their running shoes even in the rain and cold and, do what they do. I hope we can meet the (very high) expectations and welcome you at the starting line next year as well!

PROGRAM

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE THE RACE

SALOMON KIDS TRAIL

SALOMON VERTICAL 500

SALOMON TWIN PEAKS TRAIL

SALOMON VISEGRÁD TRAIL

SALOMON SZENTENDRE TRAIL

SALOMON SZENTLÁSZLÓ TRAIL

SALOMON ULTRA-TRAIL HUNGARY® SAFETY FIRST WHERE TO FIND IN SZENTENDRE?

RACE CENTER MAP FOR SUPPORTERS MUST SEE IN SZENTENDRE / VISEGRÁD EXPO / OUR PARTNERS

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PROGRAM

SATURDAY 27. MAY 2023

08:00 - 08:45 Salomon Vertical 500 race packet pick-up Dömös, Szentfa-kápolna

09:00 Salomon Vertical 500 start (staggered start with intervals of appr.1 minute)

10:30 - 12:30 Salomon Visegrád Trail race packet pick-up - Race Center

12:30 - 13:00 Buses to the start of Salomon Visegrad Trail leave from the bus stop adjacent to the Race Center

12:30 – 16:00 Salomon Twin Peaks Trail race packet pick-up - Race Center

14:00 - 23:00 Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary race packet pick-up - Race Center

14:00 - 01:00 Salomon Szentlászló Trail, Salomon Szentendre Trail race packet pick-up - Race Center

14:30 - Salomon Visegrád Trail start - Visegrád, Sibrik-domb

16:00 - 16:20 Buses to the start of Salomon Twin Peaks Trail leave from the bus stop adjacent to the Race Center

16:00 - 17:00 Salomon Kids-Trail Szentendre - Postás beach

17:00 Salomon Twin Peaks start – Pilisszentlászló, Hegytető

18:00 - 22:00 Finisher Food – Race Center

20:30 - Salomon Visegrád Trail cut-off

21:00 Salomon Twin Peaks Trail cut-off

23:00 - 23:30

Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary Check in, checking of required equipment - Duna korzó

SUNDAY 28. MAY 2023

00:00 - Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary start - Duna korzó

01:00 - 01:30

Salomon Szentlászló Trail Check in, checking of required equipment - Duna korzó

02:00 - Salomon Szentlászló Trail start - Duna korzó

07:00 - 08:30

08:00 - 08:30

Salomon Szentendre Trail race packet pick-up - Race Center

Salomon Szentendre Trail Check in, checking of required equipment - Duna korzó

09:00 - Salomon Szentendre Trail start - Duna korzó

13:00 - 22:00

Salomon UTH, Salomon Szentlászló Trail, Salomon Szentendre Trail

Finisher Food - Race Center

19:00 - Salomon Szentendre Trail cut-off

19:00 - Salomon Szentlászló Trail cut-off

20:00 - Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary cut-off

20:00 - 21:00

Medal ceremonies - Szentendre, Duna korzó

22:00 - Race Center will be closed

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

RACE PACK PICK-UP - RACE NUMBER

In order to pick up your race pack you will need your picture ID. There is no chip deposit. In the race pack you will find your race BIB, a watch-shaped timing chip, a T-shirt / scarf / arm warmers (your choice) drop bags and safety pins. Your race BIB needs to be visible during the race, worn in the front. You will have to present your race BIB at the end of the race in order to get your meal. UTH and Szentlászló Trail.

CHIP TIMING - ONLINE RESULTS

During the race, you will have to touch the chip to the box at the individual check points. It has to give a high pitched sound. Your race is omly complete once you have recorded your time at each checkpoint. You will be able to view your results online ultratrail.hu/live

If you reached a checkpoints after the time limit the Crew will take your chip and your race will be finished.

CHECKING IN - MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

You can check in at the starting zone one hour before the race starts. Here your mandatory equipment will be checked. You will have to carry those required items throughout the entire race. Please check in at the latest half an hour before your starting time!

WEATHER

The race is in May, but late spring weather might surprise us. We have experienced temperatures as low as 5 degrees and high at 30 degrees in the past, so never underestimate those mountain! Bring your cap or buff. If you have sensitive skin use a sunscreen. The Sun will rise at 04:54 and set at 20:29.

ITINERARIES - MARKING THE TRAIL

We won’t provide you with printed itinerary and elevation data. In case you need one during the race, you can download it from the website or from the following pages. The course will be marked with reflective tapes and at a some places there will be marshals showing you the way around more difficult places such as crossroads. Please be alert for your own sake.

AT THE AID STATIONS - WARM FOOD

At our aid stations runners will have access to the following refreshments: water, Squeezy Sport Drink (isotonic), coke, crackers (both salty and sweet), chocolate, bananas, apples, pickled cucumbers, olives, dried fruits. There will be no disposable plastic cups at the aid stations. Be green and bring your own reusable one! Veggie soup will be available at Pilismarót (UTH) and Pilisszentlászló (UTH and Szentlászló Trail) aid station.

SALOMON KIDS TRAIL

If you have a child between the ages of 3 and 11 bring them along to experience how great it is to run in the forest on the wooded shores of the Danube.

SALOMON VERTICAL 500

2,3 km, 500 m+, cut-off 1 hour

start: Saturday 09:00-09:45, Dömös, Szentfa-kápolna race packet pick-up: Saturday 08:00-08:45

MANDATORY GEAR

photo ID

water bottle/flask of min.0,5 L or container/bladder of min.0,5 L and cup cell phone in standby mode

START - FINISH

We’ll be waiting for you at the start of the race at Szentfa Chapel, in Dömös. Everyone needs to get there individually. You’ll find a covered area here where you can leave your belongings while you’re on the course or above the clouds :) There’s a staggered start with intervals of appr. 1 minute. Attention! There won’t be water or refreshment at the finish line. You’ll need to take care of it yourself!

SALOMON TWIN PEAKS TRAIL

22 km, 685 m+, cut-off 4 hours

start: Saturday 17:00, Pilisszentlászló Hegytető race packet pick-up: Saturday 12:30-16:00

MANDATORY GEAR

photo ID

water bottle/flask of min.0,5 L or container/bladder of min.0,5 L and cup

cell phone in standby mode

RECOMMENDED GEAR

1.000 Ft cash for unexpected situations, spare clothes, sunscreen, cap

BUS - START

RACE IN THE RACE - GARMIN CLIMBPRO

For the participants of the Salomon Twin Peaks Trail. The fastest male and female runners of this particular section who also complete the entire race will win a Garmin Forerunner 965 watch. The waches are given out at the award ceremony 8PM on Sunday 28 May.

Buses to the Salomon Twin Peaks start leave from the bus stop next to the Race Center between 16:00 and 16:20. To get on the bus, you will have to show your race BIB. Buses will arrive at the Pilisszentlászló, Hegytető at around 16:25. There will be a few portable toilets at the startplace, but keep your mind you can’t fill up your water supply there.

SALOMON VISEGRÁD TRAIL

30 km, 1054 m+, cut-off 6 hours start: Saturday 14:30, Visegrád, Sibrik-domb race packet pick-up: Saturday 10:30-12:30

1 ITRA point

RACE IN THE RACE - Compressport CALF RUSH

MANDATORY GEAR

water bottle/flask of min.0,5 L or container/bladder of min.0,5 L and cup

RECOMMENDED GEAR

1.000 Ft cash for unexpected situations, spare clothes, sunscreen, cap

BUS - START

For the participants of the Salomon Visegrád Trail. The fastest male and female runners of this particular section who also complete the entire race will win a Compressport Full Leg .

The Full Legs are given out at the award ceremony 8PM on Sunday 5 June.

Buses to Visegrád leave from the bus stop next to the Race Center between 12:30 and 13:00. To get on the bus, you will have to show your race BIB. Buses will arrive at the Sibrik-domb stop in Visegrád at around 13:15. Attention, there is a nice view, take pictures but DONT climb to the wall! There will be a few portable toilets at the startplace, but keep your mind you can’t fill up your water supply there.

photo ID

cell phone in standby mode

SALOMON SZENTENDRE TRAIL

54 km, 1753 m+, cut-off 10 hours

start: Sunday 09:00, Szentendre race packet pick-up: Saturday 14-23 and Sunday 7:00-8:30

2 ITRA points

MANDATORY GEAR

water

RECOMMENDED GEAR

1.000 Ft cash for unexpected situations, spare clothes, sunscreen, cap

RACE IN THE RACE

- MARATON MAD

The Maraton Mad takes place between Lajos-forrás and Pilisszentlászló during the Salomon Szentendre Trail.

The fastest male and female runners of this particular section who also complete the entire race will win a Maratonman gift and a free entry to BK Ultrabalaton Trail.

The prices are given out at the award ceremony 8PM on Sunday 28 May.

photo ID jacket of appropiate size

bottle/flask of min.0,5 L or container/bladder of min.0,5 L and cup cell phone in standby mode

SALOMON SZENTLÁSZLÓ TRAIL

84 km, 3034 m+, cut-off 17 hours

start: Sunday 02:00, Szentendre race packet pick-up: Saturday 14:00 - Sunday 01:00

4 ITRA points

RACE IN THE RACE - LEKI HILLCLIMB

MANDATORY GEAR

headlamp

The LEKI Hillclimb takes place in the steepest section of the Salomon Szentlászló Trail between Dömös and Prédikálószék. The fastest male and female runners of this particular section who also complete the entire race will win 1-1 pair of LEKI Ultratrail Fx. One sticks. The sticks are given out at the award ceremony 8PM on Sunday 28 May.

DROP BAGS

RECOMMENDED

GEAR

1.000 Ft cash for unexpected situations, spare clothes, sunscreen, cap

You can send a drop bag at the aid station at 34K (size 30*40 cm). Don’t send liquids, shoes, sticks! You can hand over your drop bags on the first floor of the Race Centre before 01:00 on Sunday.

Drop bags will be transported to the Left luggage storage after aid stations closed. You can get it between 14:00-22:00

photo ID jacket of appropiate size

water bottle/flask of min.1 L or container/bladder of min.1 L and cup

cell phone in standby mode

survival blanket min. 140x200 cm

SALOMON ULTRA-TRAIL HUNGARY®

111 km, 4182 m+, cut-off 20 hours

start: Sunday 00:00, Szentendre race packet pick-up: Saturday 14-23

5 ITRA points

RACE IN THE RACE -

PETZL LIGHTMARE

headlamp

MANDATORY GEAR

water bottle/flask of min.1 L or container/bladder of min.1 L and cup

photo ID jacket of appropiate size

cell phone in standby mode

survival blanket min. 140x200 cm

RECOMMENDED GEAR

1.000 Ft cash for unexpected situations, spare clothes, sunscreen, cap

DROP BAGS

Petzl Lightmare takes place between Lajosforrás and Dobogókő during the night part of the Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary. The fastest male and female runners of this particular section who also complete the entire race will win a Petzl Nao RL headlamp. The lamps are given out at the award ceremony 8PM on Sunday 28 May.

You can send a drop bag to the aid stations at 36K and 61K (size 30*40 cm). Don’t send liquids, shoes, sticks!

You can hand over your drop bags on the first floor of the Race Center before 23:00 on Saturday. Drop bags will be transported to the Left luggage storage after aid stations closed. You can get it back between 14:00-22:00.

SAFETY FIRST

As organizers of the event, we are responsible for you. We are doing our best, but there are things you need to take responsibility for.

What we do for your safety:

• At road crossings, volunteers and police will assist runners to safely cross the road.

• Staff at aid stations will be of help in anything. Don’t hesitate to ask for help whatever issues you may have.

• The race is in June, but the late spring weather might surprise us. We have experienced temperatures as low as 5 degrees Celsius and highs as 30 degrees in the past, so never underestimate those mountains!

• Along the route at night, reflective tapes will help your way.

• During the race an ambulance and an emergency tent at the finish area will provide care if needed.

Even best runners aren’t immune to accidents. Night running, difficult terrain and the long distance make accidents more likely to happen. We cannot emphasize enough, that Salomon Ultra-Trail Hungary is not an ordinary race!

To reduce the risk of accidents, please bear in mind:

• Pilis is not like the city, you cannot just hop on the subway if you have run out of energy....if you feel exhausted, don’t hesitate to take a rest at the next aid station. After a few minute rest and something to eat you can continue more safely.

• Always choose your outfit considering the weather. Change clothes before you get too cold/hot.

• If you realize you haven’t seen marking tapes for several hundred meters, you have probably wandered off path. Turn around and go back to the last route mark.

• Never leave the marked trails!

• Always carry the mandatory gear.

• If you have trekking poles, be careful while using them, especially during the first part of the race when the field is packed.

• Don’t forget, every runner is responsible for providing help to those in need.

What to do if you get into trouble:

Do not hesitate to contact us if you’re in trouble, call the official phone number of the race +36-30-250-10-85 (printed on the bib). Then do follow the received instructions. If you are able to walk, proceed to the agreed place and we will pick you up there. In case you’re injured and cannot walk, put on all your clothes and wait there; we will get to you as soon as possible.

WHERE TO FIND IN SZENTENDRE?

PARKING LOT

In the city center of Szentendre (between Highway 11 and the Danube promenade) there are narrow alleys, pedestrian routes, one-way roads, streets with restricted access, paid parking zones even on weekends and, lots of tourists. That’s why we suggest that you park on the other side of Highway 11 in the free zone instead of here.

RACE CENTER

(Ferences Sporthall, Áprily L. tér 3.)

RACE PACK AND BIB PICKUP

In order to pick up your race packet you will need your picture ID (e.g. passport, driver’s license etc.) There is no chip deposit!

DROP BAG SERVICE

Runners of Salomon UTH® and Salomon Szentlászló Trail can find their drop bags (size 30x40cm) and identification stickers in their race packets. Please, put the sticker on your drop bag, and take it to the collection point on the first floor of the Race Center . Don’t send liquids, shoes, sticks!

EXPO

You can read about the exhibitors on page 28. The Expo’s opening hours: May 27: 10:30-24:00 and May 28: 07:00-20:00

MASSAGE

Our masseurs await you after the finish at the Race Center (only on Sunday 12:0020:00) The massage available only for the 111K, 84K, 54K runners.

FINISHER FOOD

After the race, we are expecting you with a warm meal. You will need to present your race BIB in order to get the meal. We are green, therefore please bring your own cup (and plate)!

LEFT LUGGAGE STORAGE

(Reformed School Gym - Áprily L. tér 5.)

Leave your backpack with us while you are in the trails. Our luggage storage is open from 10:30 on Saturday, May 27th until 22:00 on Sunday, May 28

All bags will be transported back to the finish after the aid station closes. You can reclaim your bag between 14:00-20:00 May 28, by presenting your race bib at the drop off point.

START - FINISH

(Duna korzó - the area between Lázár cár square and Bercsényi street)

The start of Salomon Visegrád Trail is located at Visegrád, Sibrik-domb! The start of Salomon Twin Peaks Trail is located at Pilisszentlászló, Hegytető!

The start of Salomon Vertical 500 is located at Dömös, Szentfa-kápolna!

CHECK-IN

Please come to the start area at least 30 minutes before the start. You may only take part in the race if you check in at the start. Mandatory equipment will be checked when entering the start area.

AID STATION AT THE FINISH

We welcome you with refreshments at the end of the finishing corridor where you can catch your breath and cheer on the finishers.

WC

You can find some portable toilets at Görög streets and Lázár cár square.

BUS TO VISEGRÁD AND TWIN PEAKS TRAIL STARTS

(„Izbégi elágazás” bus stop next to the Race Center)

Buses to Visegrád Trail start between 12:30-13:00.

Buses to Twin Peaks Trail start between 16:00-16:20

To get on the bus, you will have to show your race BIB.

SALOMON KIDS TRAIL

(Szentendre, Postás strand)

The party starts at 16:00 on Saturday! You can enter your children from 15:30 by donating at least HUF 2.000 to kindergarteners.

WHERE TO FIND IN SZENTENDRE?

MASSAGE

You can get massage on the first floor of the Race Center on Sunday between 12-20. Subscribe at the massage area. First come, first served. The massage available only for the 111K, 84K, 54K runners.

DROP BAG

You can hand over your drop bag on the first floor of the hall at the latest one hour before your start (only UTH and Szentlászló Trail runners). Drop bags will be transported to the Left luggage storage after aid stations closed. You can get it between 14:00-22:00 on Sunday

FOR SUPPORTERS

INFORMATION FOR CREW MEMBERS AND TOURISTS:

• You cannot reach the aid stations in Dömös and Pap-rét by car. Be prepared for a 30-minute walk if you want to get to any of these stations to cheer for someone.

• Crewing (giving refreshments, etc.) is only allowed at the official aid stations.

• When you park your vehicle make sure you don’t disturb locals or runners.

• Please do not leave your rubbish at the aid stations.

• Please follow trail rules: do not litter, do not light a fire and do not leave the marked trails.

The Salomon UTH® Google map is ready. The map indicates the locations of the Aid stations, Race Center, the FNSHR restaurant, the Baggage storage facility, Start/Finish, as well as the bus stop where the bus transfer to the Start of the Salomon Visegrád Trail and Twin Peaks Trail departs from. You can find information about the opening hours and the services of the aid stations by clicking on their pictogram (cup, spoon&fork). If you want to create a route plan, then click on the aid station’s mark and then select the crossroad pictogram.

MUST SEE AT SZENTENDRE

Szentendre is also known as the city of arts. Its downtown attracts visitors with a lot of sights and a special atmosphere. Explore the cobblestone streets, nice alleys and wonderful museums, have a look at the town from the temple hill!

Our favourites is the pedestrian-only main street named after the first mayor of Szentendre, Jenő Dumtsa,

MUST SEE AT VISEGRÁD

Visegrád offers a great number of sights, and not only famous buildings. Take a walk on its friendly streets, and take photos of the always beautiful Dunakanyar. Check out the Royal Palace and the Mátyás Király Museum. Visit and try the bobsled track.

Our personal favorites are: historic playground, (Fő u. 4-6.)

and the unforgettable Margit Kovács Ceramic Collection (Vastagh György u. 1.)

the Marzipan Museum (Dumtsa Jenő u. 12-14.)

the Citadel

and the Solomon Tower, of course.

EXPO

You can buy the coolest mugs, stickers, tatoos, Wildo plates and UTH postcards, t-shirts at Trailrunning.hu tent. Experts are waiting for you at LEKI, Garmin tents. Maratonman DEPO Store is preparing for you with its full selection of Salomon, Compressport, Petzl, LEKI, Garmin and nutritions products. If design and quality are important for you get to know the Rudy Project sunglasses. Ask the experts about the latest watches at the Garmin tent. You’ll find great accessories at the 42K booth. Of our partnering races you will be able to check out the stand of Hello Trails and Slovak Ultra Trail this year.

The Expo’s opening hours: 27 May: 10:30-24:00

28 May: 07:00-20:00

OUR PARTNERS