Is anyone ever truly ready for a
20 km trail race?

Don’t let the distance fool you – this is no road half marathon. The course is dynamic and fast, but still packs around 500 metres of climbing. And if the weather behaves the way it should at the start of summer, you probably won’t be feeling cold. So here’s the deal: you bring strong legs, and we’ll make sure there are plenty of drinks waiting for you at the aid stations.

The extraordinary nature of the Soča Valley will provide plenty of inspiration along the way. From the ruins of Tolmin Castle on top of Kozlov rob, you’ll look out over Tolmin and the surrounding landscape. In the Tolmin Gorges, you’ll see what centuries of water can do as the small Tolminka River carves its way through rock, creating dramatic limestone walls. And just like the landscape, running is about more than one race day. It’s about all the kilometres you’ve put in over the months and years before.

Once your body is ready, all that
effort turns into pure joy.

Long-distance running is a long-term investment. The moment you step into the Tolminka Stream just before the finish after 20 kilometres is one you’ll carry with you forever.

LOCATIONDISTANCES TO THE STARTTIMELIMIT
Tolmin, town6,5 km2h 30 min (10:00)
Castle, walls8,0 km
Volče, village (upper part)15,5 km4h 30 min (12:00)
Tolmin, stadium20,4 km
Sotočje, finish22,0 km6h 30 min (14:00)

What do I get with my registration?

RUNNING
ADIDAS T-SHIRT

REFRASHMENTS
ON THE TRAILS

HOT MEAL AND DRINK
IN THE END

FINISHER’S
MEDAL

GOODIE
BAG

YOUR RACE REGISTRATION ALSO INCLUDES

✓ Entry to your chosen race.

✓ Personalised* race bib with a timing chip (*for registrations completed before the registration deadline).

✓ Gifts from our partners.

✓ Professional timing with intermediate split times.

✓ Support from emergency medical services and the mountain rescue service at the finish and along the course.

✓ Water rescue support while crossing the Tolminka River.

✓ Transport to the finish if you are forced to withdraw and are unable to continue on foot.

✓ Access to showers after the race.

✓ Updates via email and a race guide containing important information.

✓ An unforgettable weekend in the Soča Valley.

✓ The QR code on your race bib will give you access to a virtual goodie bag with discounts on registration for our other races and special offers from our sponsors.

MORE INFORMATION

Friday, 25. 6. 2027

  • 14.00 – 21.00 Pick up of the starter numbers.

Saturday, 26. 6. 2027

  • 6.00 – 7.00 Pick up of the starter numbers.
  • Start La PrimaFit 20 km in three blocks*:
    7.00 – 7.10 – 7.15

*Competitors shall line up in any starting block before the start. IMPORTANT: Those competing for the overall win in each discipline must start in the first starting block.

  • 14.00 End of the measurements of time for La PrimaFit 20 km.
  • 15:00 Results announcement and awards ceremony.
  • Men under 30 (born 1997 or younger)
  • Men up to 40 years old (born between 1987 and 1995)
  • Men up to 50 years old (born between 1977 and 1985)
  • Men up to 60 years old (born between 1967 and 1975)
  • Male over 60 (born 1966 or earlier)
  • Women under 30 (born 1997 or younger)
  • Women under 40 (born between 1987 and 1995)
  • Women under 50 (born between 1977 and 1985)
  • Women up to 60 years old (born between 1967 and 1975)
  • Women over 60 (born in 1966 or earlier)

*For the category to be considered independent, at least 10 competitors must be registered in the category.

*Age on 31.12.2027 is taken into account.

  • *BIB number that must always be visible ✔
  • Appropriate running shoes ✔
  • Water reserve for the time between aid stations (1L) ✔
  • *Cup (min. 15 cL) ✔
  • Survival blanket (min. 1,40 x 2,0 m) ✖
  • *Hooded jacket ✖
  • Whistle ⭕︎
  • Mobile phone ⭕︎
  • Food reserve ⭕︎
  • *Basic first aid kit⭕︎
  • Hat/buff ⭕︎

✔ – Mandatory   ⭕︎ – Suggested    – ✖ No needed

* * BIB number must be placed at the front of your body, to your T-shirt or a belt.
** You need to bring your own drinking cup (15 cL minimum). There will be no plastic cups at aid stations, so each runner must provide their own.
* Hooded jacket. The jacket must have a hood and must be waterproof.
* Basic first aid kit, which must have at least one or two gauzes, one elastic bandage and a packet of plasters.

You can find all other important information about registration, terms of participation and race rules on the registration page.

Registration issues: info@soca-outdoor.com.

Organizers: Zavod tovarna trajnostnega turizma – GoodPlace and Marsky Institute of Outdoor

REGISTRATION FEE

DATEUntil 22.12.2026Until 6.4.2027Until 15.6.2027On site**
REGISTRATION58 EUR65 EUR70 EUR80 EUR

* Prices may increase before the next registration deadline if places fill up sooner. Find out more about entry limits and registration deadlines here.
** Only if places do not fill up beforehand.

SPECIAL OFFER

GROUP REGISTRATION

When registering for the 20 km race, you can also sign up for Friday’s Vertical Run at a discounted price of 15 EUR. More info here.

The minimum number of contestants is 5.

For groups of 5 to 15 runners, there is a 10% discount on the entry price.
For a group of 16 runners or more, there is a 15% discount on the entry price.

If you wish to register as a group of 5 or more participants, please read the instructions first.

RUNNERS ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

Experiences you won’t forget

“The best part is the finish, when you go through the river!”

– MARIE, AUSTRIA

“The hardest part was the training, but the coolest was the Soča river!”

– NILUKSHAN, SRI LANKA

“Amazing organisation. Volunteers cooled us down with water!”

– JOSIPA, CROATIA

Pogled iz zraka na Tolminski grad, ki je del trail tekaških tras na Soča Outoor Festivalu

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Registrations for the Soča Outdoor Festival 2027 are open until June 15, 2027, or until the spots for a particular distance are filled.

Registration at the event will only be possible if there are free spots remaining. Information about this will be published during the week before the event on our Facebook and Instagram channels.

If the reason for cancellation is not health-related, paid entry fees will not be refunded.

Cancellations are allowed in cases of health issues or pregnancy.

You can find the rules and conditions regarding refunds on the registration page.

Distance changes are possible until June 15, 2027, or as long as spots remain on the desired course. From June 1 until the end of the registration period (June 15, 2027), changes will be possible with an additional fee of €10.

Transfers are managed within your personal account. Access to your account was provided in your registration confirmation email. Once inside, you will see the option “Transfer to another person.”

The difference in registration fees will be calculated automatically. If additional payment is required, a payment request will be added to your shopping cart. The change will only be confirmed after payment. Please note: if you switch to a shorter distance, the difference will not be refunded.

Runner transfers are possible only until June 15, 2027. From June 1 until the end of the registration period (June 15, 2027), transfers are possible with an additional fee of €10.

The new runner will receive an invitation to register. Once they complete registration (after June 1, an additional €10 fee applies), the original registration will be canceled.

Transfers are managed within your personal account. Access to your account was provided in your registration confirmation email. Once inside, you will see the option “Transfer to another person.”

Please respect fellow runners and officially process any transfers. If someone runs with your race number without an official transfer, they will be disqualified. Such cases can affect age category eligibility and violate fair play rules.

The minimum number of participants for a group registration is 5. Participants may run different distances. Special discounts apply to groups:

  • 5 to 15 runners: 10% discount on the registration fee.
  • 16 or more runners: 15% discount on the registration fee.

To receive the discount, please send us the group name, a list of runners, and their selected routes at info@soca-outdoor.com.

If the registration fee will be paid by a company, please contact us at info@soca-outdoor.com before registering. Please provide the company details (company name, address, tax/VAT number, and contact person), together with a list of runners grouped by selected distance (first name + last name + distance).

PARTNERS

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Ford logo
Intersport logo
Erdinger alkoholfrei logo
Alpina logo
Cedevita logo
Bimed logo
Europe Trail Cup logo

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