2X2 Race

About the Event

The 2X2 Race is an ultra sky marathon held on August 22, 2026, in Romania's Făgăraș Mountains. It is the only race in the country that takes place entirely above 2,000 meters of altitude, making it exceptionally technical and difficult. The main 2X2 Race course is 45 kilometers long and features a massive 4,200 meters of positive elevation gain. The route takes runners over Romania's two highest peaks, Moldoveanu and Negoiu, along a spectacular ridge. Due to its extreme nature, participation is selective and requires proven experience in high-altitude mountain running.

Races Offered

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — 45K

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36 days remaining

X2 Race

Aug 22, 2026

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Distance — 18K

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36 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Cârțișoara.

thermostat Temperature

16.9° / 26.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

16.9° / 26.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 1m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

5.0 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

humidity_mid Humidity

66.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:22

nightlight Sunset

20:27

About Cârțișoara

Learn more about the host city, Cârțișoara.

Cârțișoara is a commune in Sibiu County, Transylvania, Romania. It is composed of a single village, Cârțișoara. Bâlea Lake is located on the territory of Cârțișoara.