Wild Atlantic Ultra

About the Event

Tackle a premier Irish ultra on May 23, 2026, at the 50 Mile Ultra Marathon in Louisburgh, Co. Mayo. This 80KM point-to-point course is renowned for its stunning scenery, excellent road surfaces, and impeccable organization, with supportive staff guiding you throughout the journey. The race strategy is enhanced by five drop bag locations and the option for a pacer in the final 10 miles, making the demanding 11-hour cutoff more manageable. Conclude your epic run at the Louisburgh GAA pitch, where a finisher's medal, t-shirt, and warm refreshments await. This is a must-do event for any ultra runner seeking a classic, well-supported challenge on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Races Offered

50 Mile

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 80.5K

terrain

Type — —

timer

-18 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Louisburgh.

thermostat Temperature

9.8° / 15.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

6.5° / 12.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 49m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.2)

humidity_mid Humidity

79.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:36

nightlight Sunset

21:34

About Louisburgh

Learn more about the host city, Louisburgh.

Louisburgh is a small town on the southwest corner of Clew Bay in County Mayo, Ireland. It is home to Sancta Maria College and the Gráinne O'Malley Interpretive Centre.