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Merbabu SkyRace returns in 2026 as one of Indonesia’s most prestigious mountain running events, officially part of the International Skyrunning Federation/ISF. This race is not just about distance, it’s about altitude, vertical gain, and mental spirit.

Set on the iconic Mount Merbabu (3,145m) via Thekelan, the course offers steep climbs, technical ridges, dense forests, and breathtaking views where runners literally race above the clouds. Each step challenges the body and tests the willpower, a pure essence of SkyRunning and finding freedom at the edge of the sky. #touchthesky

Race Highlights

• Multiple Categories: from short races to the classic SkyRace, SkyMarathon, and SkyUltra.
• Extreme Elevation: with climbs over +6.000m, runners face world-class vertical challenges.
• International Standards: certified to SkyRunning criteria, providing ITRA & UTMB points for qualifying athletes.
• Unique Atmosphere: blending competitive racing with cultural richness of the local community in Thekelan, Desa Batur.
• Epic Scenery: panoramic views of Merapi, Sindoro, Sumbing, Dieng, Ungaran, Andong, Telomoyo, Lawu, and other peaks of Central Java.