Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB® returns on June 12 with one of its most competitive editions to date, bringing together elite and amateur runners across a course that crosses some of the most demanding and iconic high-mountain terrain in the country.
With around 3,800 participants, the event reflects strong international appeal, with France as the leading country, followed by Spain, Andorra, the UK and the Netherlands. Female participation continues to grow and now represents nearly 24% of the field.
As part of the UTMB World Series, the event continues to establish itself as a key race on the international calendar, both for its competitive level and its strong connection to the territory.
Throughout the week, Ordino and the wider region will become the heart of the event, with the Race Village hosting the Expo, bib collection, race briefings and finish line for all distances.
ONE OF THE STRONGEST COMPETITIVE FIELDS IN ITS HISTORY
The Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB® 2026 start line stands out for its depth and quality across all distances, featuring both established athletes and rising names.
Ultra 105K: an open battle at the highest level
In the men’s race, Rod Farvard (UTMB Index 918) leads the field alongside Thibaut Marguet (874), Richard Lockwood (860) and Philip Ausserhofer (858). In the women’s race, Martina Valmassoi (758), Anastasia Davydenova (728) and Andrea Vlasakova (723) headline a wide-open competition.
Trail 80K: depth and international field
In the men’s race, Julen Calvo (894), Guillaume Tiphene (875) and Morten Andonsen (868) lead the lineup. In the women’s race, Allison Baca (772) encapçala heads the field, followed by Juliane Rössler (721) and Lindsay Allison (740).
Trail 50K: fast and competitive racing
The 50K is set to be one of the fastest races of the weekend. In the men’s field, Robert Pkemoi (920) stands out alongside Maximilien Drion (902) and Mario Olmedo Sánchez (889). In the women’s race, Blandine L’Hirondel (807) y Gemma Arenas (750) bring strong international experience.
This edition will also feature Anna Ongaro ( 673 ), winner of the Salomon Ultra Pirineu 2025.
MICHEL POLETTI: REACHING ANDORRA AFTER CROSSING FRANCE ON FOOT
Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB® 2026 will also welcome a special presence: Michel Poletti, UTMB co-founder, who will take the start as part of his personal project UTMB Slow Path.
Poletti is connecting several UTMB World Series events by travelling largely on foot and at a human pace, from Provence to the Pyrenees.
At 71 years old, his journey highlights another way of approaching trail running and travel: slower, more conscious and more connected to the landscape. As he explains, it is about taking the time and rediscovering the value of the journey itself.
His arrival in Andorra brings a different dimension to the event, reinforcing the spirit of trail running: moving forward, each in their own way.
