The 2025 edition of the mozart 100 by UTMB® is due to take place this Saturday, June 7, in the heart of Salzburg. Framed by the majestic Austrian Alps and the historic charm of Mozart’s birthplace, this year’s event promises to be a landmark celebration of endurance, international camaraderie, and elite competition.
With over 2,500 runners expected across all distances, the flagship mozart 100 (120 km / 5,800 m D+) has garnered unprecedented attention—not only for its demanding alpine course but also for its newly elevated status as a UTMB Index 100M race. This upgrade marks a historic milestone, positioning the event among the most prestigious ultra-trail races in the world. As part of the UTMB World Series, the mozart 100 now offers 4 Running Stones and a direct qualification pathway to the UTMB World Series Finals in Chamonix for the top 3 women and men.
However, the event is far more than just an ultra-distance challenge. Designed to welcome runners of all levels, the mozart 100 by UTMB® offers a diverse range of race formats, making it an ideal gateway into the world of trail running:
- mozart City Trail – 9 km / 300 m D+
- mozart Half Marathon – 23 km / 1,000 m D+
- mozart Light – 37 km / 1,600 m D+
- mozart Marathon – 45 km / 1,900 m D+
- mozart Ultra – 92 km / 4,700 m D+
- mozart 100 – 120 km / 5,800 m D+
From first-time trail runners to seasoned ultramarathoners, every participant will find a course that challenges and inspires, all set against the stunning backdrop of Salzburg and the Austrian Alps.
The 2025 mozart 100 by UTMB® will feature a deep and diverse elite field across its key race distances, with top international athletes set to compete for podium honors. In the flagship mozart 100 (120 km / 5,800 m D+), the women’s field includes Claudia Tremps (ESP, UTMB Index 745), Maite Maiora Elizondo (ESP, UTMB Index 733), and Austria’s own Esther Fellhofer (UTMB Index 705) , all of whom bring strong credentials to the start line. On the men’s side, the competition will be fierce with Ivan Hrastovec (SLO, UTMB Index 816), Pavle Kruljac (CRO, UTMB Index 808), Bartosz Gorczyca (POL, UTMB Index 846), Pablo Villa (ESP, UTMB Index 842), and Alexis Sevennec (FRA, UTMB Index 813) among the top contenders.
In the mozart Ultra (92 km), the women’s field is led by Anna Tarasova (ESP, UTMB Index 770), Paulina Tracz (UTMB Index 738), Katarzyna Wilk (UTMB Index 733), and Urszula Paprocka (UTMB Index714) – all POL, alongside Juliane Rössler (GER, UTMB Index 721) and Tereza Hudcova (CZE, UTMB Index 699). The depth of talent across the women’s field highlights the growing competitiveness of the ultra-distance category.
The mozart Marathon (45 km) will also see elite participation, including Katarina Lovrantova (SVK, UTMB Index 694), who brings strong form and experience to the mid-distance trail format.
With elite athletes representing countries such as Spain, France, Poland, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and more, the 2025 edition promises to be one of the most competitive and internationally diverse in the event’s history.
While Austria proudly hosts the event, the mozart 100 by UTMB® has become a truly international affair. Runners from over 60 countries will take part, with the top 10 nationalities represented being:
- Germany
2. Austria
3. Poland
4. Netherlands
5. Czech Republic
6. United Kingdom
7. France
8. Switzerland
9. Belgium
10. Italy
The strong Austrian participation reflects the country’s deep-rooted trail running culture, while the global turnout underscores the event’s growing prestige on the international stage.
From the UNESCO-listed old town of Salzburg to the panoramic alpine ridgelines, the mozart 100 course offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. With six race formats ranging from 9 km to 120 km, the event welcomes runners of all levels to experience the magic of the Austrian Alps.
As the countdown begins to race day on June 7, 2025, the mozart 100 by UTMB® is poised to deliver an unforgettable chapter in trail running history.
