SANDRAS
ADVENTURE TRAIL
SANDRAS ADVENTURE TRAIL offers a unique experience
The event brings together adventure and trail enthusiasts. A new event is starting with Cycling, Running, and Adventure Races. The first edition of event will be held on April 10-12, 2026 in Köyceğiz's natural and historical routes. The adventure begins with our breathtaking views and challenging trails.
Köyceğiz, a tranquil and peaceful district of Muğla, is one of the few Cittaslow towns in Turkiye. The ancient city of Kaunos, the King's Rock Tombs, Köyceğiz Lake, İztuzu Beach, Yuvarlakçay River, and exquisite trails at the view of Sandras Mountain (which gives the race its name) await you.
DAY 1
10.04.26, Friday
Köyceğiz
Opening
DAY 2
11.04.26, Saturday
Kaunos
Stage 1
DAY 3
12.04.26, Sunday
Sandras
Stage 2
Races
We aim to add more races and experiences to the Sandras Adventure Trail. To this end, we have been testing the routes at different times, in different weather conditions, and under varying circumstances for approximately two years. Due to an uncontrollable fire in the region in September 2025, we have made changes to our routes. Therefore, we will not be able to hold the Cycling and Adventure Races in our first edition. This year, the event will begin with the Running races. Details of the event have been finalized, and registrations open on February 2nd. Basic information about all races is below; you can review the page for each race for detailed information. The race routes consist of different stages and will be run on Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday, the Loop race will start and finish at the ancient city of Kaunos, a historical site in Köyceğiz. On Sunday, the race will be run as Point to Point, with the starting point varying according to the distance, but all races will finish at Lake Köyceğiz.
2026 Race Info
TR Races
Trail Run
Our Trail Run races, TR25K, TR50K, and TR80K, are run in two stages. Participants in these races are expected to have experience in trail running. The Kaunos 5K race, which is run in a single stage, is suitable for unexperienced participants. Participants must be at least 18 years old to participate in all courses.
TR Races:
Kaunos 5K (4,7km 267m+)
TR25K (1.Stage 4,7km 267m+, 2.Stage 20,8km 748m+)
TR50K (1.Stage 16km 668m+, 2.Stage 33,9km 1590m+)
TR80K (1.Stage 20,3km 831m+, 2.Stage 59,3km 2992m+)
MR Races
Mountain Ride
There will be no cycling races in the 2026 edition. Demos will be held on the stages detailed below, and you can apply to participate. Mountain biking is recommended on the MR courses.
MR Races:
MR50K (1.Stage 20km 952m+, 2.Stage 29,2km 1215m+)
MR100K (1.Stage 20km 952m+, 2.Stage 80,6km 3298m+)
AR Races
Adventure Race
The 2026 edition will not include adventure races. A demo will be held on the stages detailed below, and you can apply to participate in the demo. Adventure races are open to teams of only two people, and team members must work together throughout the entire course.
AR Races:
AR250K (1.Day: 140km - 16 hours, 2.Day: 110km - 14 hours)
Cycling: 8 Stages, Total 200km
Running: 4 Stages, Total 40km
Kayak: 2 Stages, Total 2km
Orienteering: 2 Stages, Total 8km