International 5th Gebze Ultra Trail

On May 15–16, 2026, Gebze will turn into a nature-filled trail weekend as the International 5th Gebze Ultra Trail brings runners to the scenic surroundings of Denizli Pond. This is more than a race day in the woods—it’s a full spring escape shaped by forest paths, village life, lakeside calm, and four distinct distances that invite both casual runners and experienced ultra athletes into the same story.

The course lineup gives each runner a different way into the landscape: the 8K Hannibal Run, 16K Osman Hamdi Bey Run, 27K Çoban Mustafa Paşa Run, and the 51K Fatih Sultan Mehmet Han Ultra. But what makes Gebze especially memorable is the atmosphere around the running itself: camping, nature walks, DJ performances, giveaways, a campfire gathering, and a Friday evening program from 19:00 to 24:00 featuring music, dancing around the fire, a pasta party, and the race briefing under the stars. Along the route, runners will witness the rhythm of rural life, and after the race, visitors will be able to browse and buy local village products. Even if you’re not pinning on a bib, this is the kind of weekend you’ll still want to join—because by the lake in Gebze, the race is only half the experience, and the rest unfolds like a spring getaway with a soundtrack.