Spartan Race | Ultra World Championship: Guts + Glory

2026 ULTRA world championship

July 3RD, 2026

MORZINE, FRANCE

The Spartan Ultra World Championship returns on July 3, 2026, in the breathtaking mountains of Morzine, France. Secure your spot now and prepare for the iconic 50K Ultra course—the ultimate test of endurance in OCR.

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“Embrace the climb, endure the descent, and let the beauty of the Alps fuel your resolve.”

“The Ultra World Championship course in Morzine challenges not just your body, but your soul. A memory I'll treasure forever.”

Valentine Pierce

"The mountain course was spectacular and absolutely brutal, making it the hardest thing ever done in life."

Nadia Clements

What To Expect

Championship Event Weekend

Compete at the Ultra World Championships in Morzine, France, where you’ll cross high-altitude lakes, climb dizzying inclines, swim through natural white water rivers and see how you stack up in the ultimate ultra-marathon OCR test.

The Main Event: Ultra World Championship Date: July 3, 2026

Also on show: Trifecta Weekend
Join us and challenge yourself at one of the biggest European event featuring 5 more formats for everyone to conquer: Sprint, Super, Beast, Ultra, Kids and Hurricane Heat.

Be part of it: Don’t miss out on the exclusive vibrant energy of the Opening Ceremony and the awe-inspiring Nations Parade, a powerful display of global unity you can only experience at Championship events.

EVENT DETAILS

Event Schedule

THURSDAY 2
15:00-19:30 Race packet pick-up ULTRA 50k (MANDATORY)
18:00 Opening ceremony
18:30 Briefing for ULTRA ELITE and AG athletes (MANDATORY)
19:00 Parade of Nations

FRIDAY 3
06:00-07:30 Exceptional ULTRA WC bib pick-up if not possible on Thursday
06:00-18:30 Spartan Festival
06:00-23:00 Transition Zone access with priority access to AG-Elite from 6:00
07:00-22:30 ULTRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP / Tourism Office area
07:00 Start Spartan ULTRA WC ELITE MEN & WOMEN
07:10-07:40 Start Spartan ULTRA WC AGE GROUP (every 5 minutes)
07:50-08:00 Start Spartan ULTRA WC OPEN (every 5 minutes)
14:00 Flower ceremony at the finish line. Potential arrival of the first Ultra World Champion / Tourism Office area
20:00-22:30 DJ set / Tourism Office area

SATURDAY 4
07:00-18:30 Spartan Festival
18:30 Podium ULTRA WC ELITE & AG / Tourism Office area
20:00 Party concert / Tourism Office area

EVENT DETAILS

How To Qualify

How to Qualify as an Elite Racer:
If you’ve completed an Ultra in the Elite heat either this year or last year, then you qualify for the Ultra World Championship.

Open Invitation to All:
Age Group and Open racers are invited to be part of the championship experience. There's no need for qualification in non-elite categories—just bring your Spartan spirit.

Travel & Accommodation

How to Get Here:
The nearest airport to Morzine is the Geneva Airport. This might seem strange because Morzine is in France and Geneva is in Switzerland, but this is because Morzine is located very close to the French-Swiss border. Geneva airport is 80km from Morzine which takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes by car or airport transfer.

Getting Around:
Morzine has a network of 10 free village shuttles that connect the different areas in town and make getting around quite easy. Otherwise we recommend renting a car to get to and from the race venue.

Prize Money & Awards

The best Elite and Age Group competitors who reach the podium in Morzine will be awarded during the awards ceremony. Top Elite athletes will be also eligible for cash prize money.

Details on the Prize Money are coming soon.

Coveted Ultra™ World Championship swag is earned by only the bravest souls, and only if you make it across the finish line. Each Ultra World Championship is one of a kind. Unleash your full potential in the heart of Morzine's wilderness. Do you have what it takes to earn the buckle?

The Main Event

Ultra 50K, 60 Obstacles for Ultra World Championship Athletes.

The Venue

Morzine is one-of-a-kind location set in the heart of the magnificent French Alps. Embark on an epic adventure where you'll fight your way through dense forests, conquer towering peaks, and tear down steep slopes.

UWC Belt Buckle & Tees

2026 Ultra World Championship special edition Belt Buckle & Tees - COMING SOON.

Awards & Parade

Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places for Elite and Age Group athletes. Also on show the exclusive vibrant energy of the Opening Ceremony and the awe-inspiring Nations Parade.