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Run the Berg

Name: Run the Berg
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03
Location: Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal

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Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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About the Event

Find your perfect mountain challenge at RuntheBerg on 3 October 2026, set in the spectacular amphitheatre of the Drakensberg. This premier trail event caters to every level, from those seeking a rewarding 42km marathon showcasing the best of the Little Berg to ultra-purists ready to conquer the 65km beast with its 2,600m of ascent. The meticulously crafted routes—like the technical yet runnable 25km—offer a pure, unadulterated mountain running experience on rugged single-track. With a vibey basecamp and fully-stocked aid stations, it’s a complete mountain festival designed for runners who crave authentic, supported adventure.

Races Offered

15K

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 15K

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Marathon

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — Marathon

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Ultra

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — Ultra

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Drakensberg.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 10.7° / 23.9°

wb_sunny 9.0° / 21.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 8.7 /

water_drop 65.4%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 10.7° / 23.9°

wb_sunny 9.0° / 21.3°

air 8.7 km/h

water_drop 65.4%

About Drakensberg

The Drakensberg is the eastern portion of the Great Escarpment, which encloses the central Southern African plateau. The Great Escarpment reaches its greatest elevation – 2,000 to 3,482 metres within the border region of South Africa and Lesotho.