24th edition · Argentine Patagonia
- Date
- Dec 5–11, 2026
- Location
- Bariloche, Argentina
- Format
- 3 stages · 2 camps
- Distance
- 100 km
The race
Born in 2002 to cross the Andes on foot. Today it is the largest stage trail race in the world: three days of mountains, lakes and forest, with everything taken care of so all you have to do is run.
- 24
- editions
since 2002 - 6.000
- runners
per edition - 42
- countries
represented
Route
Three stages
The course may be subject to change.
Dates
Five groups, one race
Same route, same camps and same rules. Each group has limited places.
Group 1December 5–7Saturday to MondayCheck-in Dec 4
Group 2December 6–8Sunday to TuesdayCheck-in Dec 5
Group 3December 7–9Monday to WednesdayCheck-in Dec 6
Group 4December 8–10Tuesday to ThursdayCheck-in Dec 7
Group 5December 9–11Wednesday to FridayCheck-in Dec 8
Camps
Two nights by the lake
The race doesn’t end at each stage’s finish line. Tents already pitched, meals designed for the effort and round-the-clock support.
The experience
More than running
Registration
All-inclusive, from start to finish
Choose your group and secure your place in the 24th edition.
- 01CampsTents, rest and common areas.
- 02MealsBreakfast, lunch and dinner for high performance.
- 03TransfersCoordinated logistics between stages.
- 04Aid stationsHydration and food during the race.
- 05Medical supportMedical and rescue team at every stage.
- 06Runner's kitBib, check-in and gifts.
La Etapa
First time? Run a single day.
The same mountains and the same organization in one day. Your gateway into the world of El Cruce.
- Saturday, December 5
- 15 km
- Sunday, December 6
- 33 km
Naming sponsor
Main sponsors
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