- The untouched nature of Northern Mongolia is the setting for the 19th Mongolia Sunrise to Sunset (MS2S) 2017 42km and 100km trail runs from July 29th to August 5th
Mongolia (5 June 2017) - Adventure seeking runners can still sign up for the ultimate Mongolia experience: The registration period for the 19 th edition of the Mongolia Sunrise to Sunset (MS2S) closes on June 30 th. The MS2S 42km and 100km ultra marathon will take place from July 29 th to August 5 th, 2017. The race location in Hovsgol National Park is stunningly beautiful: With the crystal-clear Lake Hovsgol, remote, marshy forests, windblown lowlands and craggy mountains, the MS2S is without a doubt one of the most beautiful runs on the planet.
The Mongolia Sunrise to Sunset is more than a marathon and ultra-marathon race: Participants from all over the world spend one week in the wild nature. They get in touch with the nomadic culture of the locals and learn about Mongolian traditions, beliefs, and way of life. On their quest to complete this spectacular race, runners pass by wild horses and yaks, seas of wildflowers, the craggy mountains and windblown lowlands. MS2S opens new perspectives.
All proceeds of the event are used to keep Hovsgol National Park pristine and clean as well as to support the culture of the local nomads via the "ecoLeap foundation". "We want to keep this pristine mountain area as beautiful as it is now. That is why we fund a litter control project and its ongoing operation including hiring park rangers, providing eco-friendly garbage bags and raising awareness nation-wide through TV ads and education of local children and families", explains race director Nicolas Musy.
Beautiful & challengingThe race is not only beautiful but also challenging: The accumulated elevation gain/loss in the marathon distance is more than 2,200 meters, in the 100km ultra run it is more than 3,300 meters. Still, everybody with a strong spirit and good training can complete the race. The cut-off time is 18 hours.
- Registrations are open until end of June! Sign up on ms2s.org to experience the unique noadic culture and run in one of the world's most remote mountain areas.
More information
Website: www.ms2s.org
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