Vertical Run – Soča Outdoor

DISTANCE

1,9

ELEVATION GAIN

180

DATE

25.6.

START TIME

20:00

AID STATION

ETC CATEGORY

It’s uphill all the way, but you’ve got this!

For some, the run uphill from the center of Tolmin to Kozlov Rob is just an active warm-up before longer trail races; for others, it’s a serious running competition with no room or time for rest. Once you leave the asphalt streets behind after starting in front of the city museum and the ground beneath your feet turns steep, it will show what you’re made of. Will your muscles endure the tension to the top, or will cramps win? Will your lungs manage to take in enough oxygen to keep you moving uphill, or will you have to slow your pace?

There will be more than one reward: the view of the setting sun and the Soča Valley from the ruins of Tolmin Castle. Prizes await the fastest runners, and additional awards for those who combine the vertical run with one of the Saturday or Sunday trail running races.

Join us, there’ll be live music at the top.

TRAIL

Runners will receive the latest GPX files together with the race guide shortly before the event.

ELEVATION PROFILE

AID STATIONS & TIME LIMITS

Refreshments will be available at the finish area.

Runners are kindly asked to bring and use their own cup, bottle or hydration pack at the aid station. As part of our commitment to reducing the festival’s environmental impact, single-use cups will not be available at aid stations. A reusable cup can be purchased during the registration process.

What do I get with my registration?

GOODIE
BAG

REFRESHMENTS
ALONG THE COURSE

FINISHER’S
MEDAL

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.

✓ 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

Timeline

Friday, 25. 6. 2027

14.00 – 19.00 Pick up of the starter numbers.

20.00 Start Triglav Vertical run (Mestni trg, Tolmin).

21.00 End of the measurements of time

21.00 Awards ceremony for the Triglav Vertical Run at the finish (Kozlov Rob).

Categories

There is no classification by age category for this discipline.

Age limit: 16 years. For competitors under the age of 18, parents must sign a consent form when picking up the starting number.

Mandatory gear

*BIB number that must always be visible ✔
Appropriate running shoes ✔
*Cup (min. 15 cL) ✔
Mobile phone ⭕︎

✔ – Mandatory ⭕︎ – Suggested

* 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.

Important

Transportation from the finish line back to the festival venue will not be organized – competitors return to the venue on foot or with their own transport.

Competitors can park at the festival’s parkings in the vicinity and come to the start line on foot. The main festival venue, where competitors pick up their starting numbers, is a 15-minute walk from the start area.

Use of running poles is NOT permited due to safety reasons.

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

Contact

Registration issues:info@soca-outdoor.com.

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

REGISTRATION FEE


DATE	Until 22.12.2026	Until 6.4.2027	Until 15.6.2027	On site**
FEE	18 EUR	23 EUR	28 EUR	35 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 are still available.

SPECIAL OFFER

GROUP REGISTRATIONS

Runners can register for the Vertical Run when signing up for any of the other courses, at a discounted price of 15 EUR.

The minimum group size is 5 participants.
Groups of 5 to 15 runners receive a 10% discount on the registration fee.
Groups of 16 or more runners receive a 15% discount on the registration fee.

If you would like 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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Until when can I register for the Soča trail?

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.

I cannot attend the event (injury, other reasons) – what are my options?

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.

I am registered for a race, but I would like to change my running distance (shorter/longer). Can I do that?

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.

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.

I would like to transfer my registration to another runner. Is this possible?

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.

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 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.

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.

I would like to register a group of runners. What is the procedure?

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

Groups of 5 to 15 runners receive a 10% discount on the registration fee.
Groups of 16 or more runners receive a 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).

ALL QUESTIONS

Register and explore the Soča Valley
with your heart racing

Registration is more than just signing up for a race weekend – let it be your motivation to train consistently throughout the year.
Early registration comes with a lower entry fee.