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14 km · 151 m climbing · with 7K and 15K courses through the Hermos Canyon carved by the Gediz River at Adala in Salihli, leading to the Kızlar Bridge and the waterfall

Hermos Canyon Run

Hermos Canyon Run is a trail race held with 7K and 15K courses through the Hermos Canyon carved by the Gediz River at Adala in Salihli, leading to the Kızlar Bridge and the waterfall on 31 January 2027.

Time to race

Early registration price valid until 30 November 2026 · 31 days left

Date & start
31 January 2027 · 10:00Sunday
Location
ManisaStart: Salihli Municipality Adala Hermos Social Facilities, Adala, Salihli, Manisa
Distances
7K / 15K2 courses
Entry fee
from 1,000 TLEarly registration
Registration deadline
29 January 202791 days left

Hermos Canyon Run is a trail race held with 7K and 15K courses through the Hermos Canyon carved by the Gediz River at Adala in Salihli, leading to the Kızlar Bridge and the waterfall on 31 January 2027. The event offers 7K and 15K courses; the start time is 10.00. Registration is open.

This race has 2 coursesAll on 31 Jan 2027 · Manisa
DistanceLengthStartEarly registration
15K10:001,200 TL›
7K10:301,000 TL›
OrganiserLIDYA
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Race Note
The courses follow the trails of the Hermos Canyon, carved by the Gediz River, and pass the Kızlar Bridge and the waterfall: the 15K has about 160 m of climbing and the 7K 30 m. Each course is capped at 300 runners. The race is open to anyone aged 18 or over; runners aged 16 to 18 may start with parental or guardian consent. Race kits are handed out on 30 January 2027 at the Salihli Municipality Lidya Kral Yolu Social Facilities and on race morning from 08:00 to 09:30 at the Adala Hermos Social Facilities.
01 · Courses

Course, map and GPX

15K

13.7 km · +151 m · start 10:00
Start: Salihli Municipality Adala Hermos Social Facilities, Adala, Salihli, Manisa
Distance
13.7 km
Total climbing
↑ 151 m
Total descent
↓ 150 m
Altitude range
113–246 m
Climbing per kilometre
11 m
Flat sections
81%
Km-effort · ITRA scale (calculated)
15 · XXS
Difficulty rank in the calendar
78 / 117
Elevation profile
Steep climb 8%+Climb 3–8%FlatDescent 3–8%Steep descent 8%+
100150200250024681012kmT1

Over 13.7 km there is 151 m of climbing, 11 m per kilometre. A rolling course: ups and downs, but not a mountain course. About 91% of the climbing is in the first half.

Climbs1 notable climb
ClimbKilometreNet gainAvg. gradientSteepest 250 mTop
T10.0–4.64.6 km131 m2.9%18%246 m
Course section by section

Course section by section

The most climbing is between km 4.0 and 5.0 (+83 m). The highest point is at km 4.6 (246 m).

SplitClimbDescentNetPoints
0.0–1.0 km+7 m−1 m+6 m
1.0–2.0 km+3 m−2 m+1 m
2.0–3.0 km+10 m−2 m+8 m
3.0–4.0 km+34 m−1 m+33 m
4.0–5.0 km+83 m−32 m+51 m
5.0–6.0 km0 m−41 m−41 m
6.0–7.0 km0 m−6 m−6 m
7.0–8.0 km+5 m−17 m−12 m
8.0–9.0 km0 m−14 m−14 m
9.0–10.0 km0 m−20 m−20 m
10.0–11.0 km+3 m−6 m−3 m
11.0–12.0 km0 m−5 m−5 m
12.0–13.0 km+5 m0 m+5 m
13.0–13.7 km0 m−3 m−3 mFinish (km 15.0 · cut-off 3 h)
Checkpoints and Cut-offs1 point
  1. 0
    Start
  2. 15
    Finish
    3 hthis leg 12:00 min/km
Cut-off pace

To reach Finish at km 15 within the cut-off, an average pace of 12:00 min/km is enough. This is a flat calculation; climbs and aid-station stops take extra time.

Sources12

Runners who do not reach a point by its cut-off time are taken out of the race.3

02 · Registration

Registration periods and fees

Period7K15K
Early registration Now23 October 2026 – 30 November 20261,0001,200
Standard registration Not open yet1 December 2026 – 10 January 20271,2001,400
Late registration Not open yet11–29 January 20271,5001,600
03 · Weather

What Is the Weather Usually Like on Race Date?

Usually: partly cloudy14°Highest temperature3°Lowest temperature
Rainy days
40%
Max wind
13 km/h
Sunrise / sunset
08:13 / 18:27
  • A cold morning: a layer you can shed after the start helps.
  • Rain is likely: carry a light rain jacket.

Sources4

04 · FAQ

Hermos Canyon Run: frequently asked questions

When is Hermos Canyon Run and what time does it start?

It takes place on 31 January 2027; the start is at 10:00. Start times by distance: 15K 10:00 · 7K 10:30.

Where does Hermos Canyon Run start?

Start: Salihli Municipality Adala Hermos Social Facilities, Adala, Salihli, Manisa.

What distances does Hermos Canyon Run offer?

There are 2 distances: 7K, 15K.

Who organises Hermos Canyon Run?

The race is organised by LIDYA. Advenway does not organise races or take registrations; it compiles the details from the organiser’s announcements.

What is the weather usually like on the date of Hermos Canyon Run?

Over the last five years these dates averaged a low of 3 °C and a high of 14 °C; it rained on about 40% of days and the average max wind was 13 km/h.

How much is the entry fee for Hermos Canyon Run?

Early registration is open now: 7K 1,000 TL · 15K 1,200 TL. This period ends on 30 November 2026. Other periods: Standard registration 7K 1,200 TL · 15K 1,400 TL (not open yet); Late registration 7K 1,500 TL · 15K 1,600 TL (not open yet).

Is registration for Hermos Canyon Run open?

Yes, registration is open. The registration deadline is 29 January 2027. Registration is handled on the organiser’s official page; the «Official Registration» button on this page links there.

How long are the Hermos Canyon Run courses and how much climbing do they have?

15K: 13.7 km, 151 m of climbing · 7K: 6.7 km, 39 m of climbing. Values are measured from the organiser's published course files.

How do the Hermos Canyon Run courses rank by difficulty?

From easiest to hardest: 7K (km-effort 7, XXS) → 15K (km-effort 15, XXS). Ranked by km-effort (kilometres plus 1 for every 100 m of climbing), measured from the course files.

How hard is the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course?

Over 13.7 km there is 151 m of climbing in total, 11 m per kilometre. About 81% of the course is flat. A rolling course: ups and downs, but not a mountain course. Km-effort is 15, which puts it in the XXS category on the ITRA scale. This value is calculated from the course file. Official ITRA scores are awarded only by ITRA, and only to races registered and certified with it; this number is not that score. By km-effort it is harder than 36 of the 117 courses whose files we have measured in the calendar; difficulty rank: 78.

Where is the hardest climb on the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course?

The biggest climb starts right after the start and runs to km 4.6: 131 m net at an average gradient of 2.9%. Its steepest 250 m section averages 18%.

How steep is the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course?

Share of the distance: 4% steep climbing (8% and more) · 4% climbing (3–8%) · 82% flat · 11% descending (3–8%). Gradient was measured at equal intervals from the elevation in the course file.

What are the descents like on the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course?

There is 150 m of descent in total. The longest uninterrupted descent is between km 4.6 and km 11.9: 133 m.

Where are the climbs on the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course?

Splits where the climbing is concentrated: 2.0–3.0 km +10 m; 3.0–4.0 km +34 m; 4.0–5.0 km +83 m. The most climbing is between km 4.0 and 5.0 (+83 m). The highest point is at km 4.6 (246 m).

What is the highest point of the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course?

The highest point is 246 m, at km 4.6. The lowest point is 113 m. From the high point it is 9 km to the finish.

Is the hard part of the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course at the start or the end?

About 91% of the climbing is in the first half; the hard part comes early.

Is the Hermos Canyon Run 15K course a loop or an out-and-back?

Start and finish are at the same point; the course is a single loop.

How hard is the Hermos Canyon Run 7K course?

Over 6.7 km there is 39 m of climbing in total, 6 m per kilometre. About 97% of the course is flat. Essentially flat: a course for holding a steady pace. Km-effort is 7, which puts it in the XXS category on the ITRA scale. This value is calculated from the course file. Official ITRA scores are awarded only by ITRA, and only to races registered and certified with it; this number is not that score. By km-effort it is harder than 10 of the 117 courses whose files we have measured in the calendar; difficulty rank: 101.

How steep is the Hermos Canyon Run 7K course?

Share of the distance: 100% flat. Gradient was measured at equal intervals from the elevation in the course file.

Where are the climbs on the Hermos Canyon Run 7K course?

Splits where the climbing is concentrated: 0.0–1.0 km +10 m. The most climbing is between km 0.0 and 1.0 (+10 m). The highest point is at km 3.5 (129 m).

Is there a GPX file for Hermos Canyon Run?

Yes. The organiser's course file is in the Course and Map section on this page; you can load it onto your watch or phone.

What are the cut-off times for Hermos Canyon Run 15K?

Finish (km 15): 3 h. Runners who do not reach a point by its cut-off time are taken out of the race. To reach Finish at km 15 within the cut-off, an average pace of 12:00 min/km is enough. This is a flat calculation; climbs and aid-station stops take extra time.

What are the cut-off times for Hermos Canyon Run 7K?

Finish (km 7): 2 h. Runners who do not reach a point by its cut-off time are taken out of the race. To reach Finish at km 7 within the cut-off, an average pace of 17:09 min/km is enough. This is a flat calculation; climbs and aid-station stops take extra time.

What is the time limit for Hermos Canyon Run?

Finish cut-off — 15K: 3 h · 7K: 2 h. Runners who do not reach the finish by the finish cut-off are not ranked.

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Sources4 sources
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    Courses & GPX · Course section by section · 15K, 7KSections are derived automatically from the elevation profile of the course file. Section values come from a thinned-out profile, so they may differ by a few metres from the total climb above.
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    Courses & GPX · 15K, 7Kthe organiser's published course file. Values are measured from the file and may differ slightly from the climbing the organiser states. Last calculated: 29.10.2026.
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    WeatherOpen-Meteo archive (ERA5), average of the same date ±2 days in 2022–2026. Not a forecast. Values are the model’s area average and may differ by a few degrees at the start.
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