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Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run

Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run is a trail race held with 5K, 15K, 33K and 53K trail courses starting at Mardin's Cumhuriyet Square and passing Deyrulzafaran Monastery and historic madrasas on 17 April 2027.

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Date
17 April 2027Saturday
Location
MardinStart: Cumhuriyet Square, Artuklu, Mardin
Distances
5K–53K5K, 15K, 33K, 53K, 53K Relay
Entry fee
5K 1,500 TL · 15K 1,600 TL · 33K 1,800 TL · 53K 1,900 TL · 53K Relay 2,250 TL (per person)November registration
Registration deadline
1 April 2027144 days left

Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run is a trail race held with 5K, 15K, 33K and 53K trail courses starting at Mardin's Cumhuriyet Square and passing Deyrulzafaran Monastery and historic madrasas on 17 April 2027. The event offers 5K, 15K, 33K, 53K and 53K Relay courses; the registration deadline is 1 April 2027.

This race has 5 coursesAll on 17 Apr 2027 · Mardin
DistanceCourse nameLengthNovember registration
53KRelay1,900 TL›
33K1,800 TL›
15K1,600 TL›
5K1,500 TL›
53K Relay›
OrganiserINTERSPORT
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01 · Courses

Course, map and GPX

Cumhuriyet Square, Artuklu, Mardin
Start location: Cumhuriyet Square, Artuklu, Mardin

53K · Relay

Open 53K on the map
Checkpoints and Cut-offs6 points
  1. 0
    Start
  2. 10
    CP1 Bağ Evi Toprak Yol
  3. 19.5
    CP2 Deyrulzafaran Manastırı+9.5 km
  4. 33
    CP3 Ovaköy+13.5 km
  5. 37
    CP4 Yolbaşı+4 km
  6. 45
    CP5 Eryeri Köyü+8 km
  7. 50
    CP6 Kasımiye Medresesi+5 km

Runners who do not reach a point by its cut-off time are taken out of the race.1

02 · Registration

Registration periods and fees

Period5K15K33K53K
November registration Now1–30 November 20261,5001,6001,8001,900
December registration Not open yet1–31 December 20261,8001,9202,1602,280
January registration Not open yet1–31 January 20272,3402,5002,8102,960
February–April registration Not open yet1 February 2027 – 1 April 20273,2803,4903,9304,150
Amounts in TL. per person.Go to the official registration page →
03 · Requirements

Entry requirements and mandatory kit

Medical certificate

The 53K requires a medical certificate from the last 6 months or a licence from a federation that covers running; under-18s cannot enter the 53K.

Mandatory gear · 53K9 items
  • Race bib
  • ID document
  • Phone
  • Medical certificate from the last 6 months and/or a licence from a federation that covers running
  • Running belt and/or running pack
  • Water bottle (1 l)
  • First-aid kit
  • Emergency blanket
  • Whistle
Recommended (not mandatory)
  • 53K: Cap
  • 53K: Sunglasses
  • 53K: Rain jacket
  • 53K: Sunscreen
  • 53K: Cup
  • 53K: Route downloaded to your watch or phone
About this listThe list contains only the items announced by the organiser; we add nothing of our own. Check the organiser’s latest announcement before the race.

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04 · Preparation

When should you start training?

The race is 22 weeks away. Choose what you can do today and we will show the published plan that fits you and the latest date to start it.

What can you do today?

5K · I can’t run 30 minutes non-stop yet

Start by
13 February 2027
You have time · 13 weeks to spare
NHS Couch to 5KOpen plan ↗
Length
9 weeks
Per week
3 runs
By the end
30 min continuous running
  1. Week 1Each run: 5-min walk warm-up, 7 × (1 min run + 1.5 min walk), 1 min run, 5-min walk
  2. Final weekThree 30-min continuous runs
  3. Who it is forStarts from zero; ends with 30 minutes of continuous running

5K · I can run 20–30 minutes non-stop

For 5K
No separate beginner plan needed
22 weeks to the race

The final week of NHS Couch to 5K is three 30-minute continuous runs, and you are close to that level. There is no separate published beginner plan for running a 5K from here.

The next step the NHS suggests after Couch to 5K is parkrun, a free weekly 5 km event.

5K · I run 3–4 days a week; my longest run is about 40 minutes

For 5K
No separate beginner plan needed
22 weeks to the race

You run 3–4 days a week, which is above the level NHS Couch to 5K finishes at (30 minutes of continuous running). You do not need a beginner plan to finish a 5K.

If you want to run faster: NYRR 5K — Moderate Mileage · 12 weeks · start by 23 January 2027

NYRR 5K — Moderate MileageOpen plan ↗
Length
12 weeks
Per week
4–6 days
Longest run
11–13 km · week 7
  1. Week 1Speed (6 × 400 m), tempo and easy runs; 26–35 km in total
  2. Final weekShort runs; 5K race on Sunday
  3. Who it is forNo written entry requirement; week 1 already includes 26–35 km of running

This plan has no written entry requirement; its first week already includes 26–35 km of running. For someone running 3–4 days a week this may be more than their current volume.

5K · I run 4–5 days a week; my longest run is 40 minutes or more

Start by
23 January 2027
You have time · 10 weeks to spare
NYRR 5K — Moderate MileageOpen plan ↗
Length
12 weeks
Per week
4–6 days
Longest run
11–13 km · week 7
  1. Week 1Speed (6 × 400 m), tempo and easy runs; 26–35 km in total
  2. Final weekShort runs; 5K race on Sunday
  3. Who it is forNo written entry requirement; week 1 already includes 26–35 km of running

These plans are written for road running and don’t account for the course’s climbing.

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05 · FAQ

Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run: frequently asked questions

When is Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

It takes place on 17 April 2027.

Where does Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run start?

Start: Cumhuriyet Square, Artuklu, Mardin.

What distances does Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run offer?

There are 5 distances: 5K, 15K, 33K, 53K, 53K Relay.

Who organises Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

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

What is the official website of Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

Official website: intersportmezopotamyatrail.com. Registration is handled via apphurra.com.

How much is the entry fee for Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

November registration is open now: 5K 1,500 TL · 15K 1,600 TL · 33K 1,800 TL · 53K 1,900 TL · 53K Relay 2,250 TL (per person). This period ends on 30 November 2026. Other periods: December registration 5K 1,800 TL · 15K 1,920 TL · 33K 2,160 TL · 53K 2,280 TL · 53K Relay 2,700 TL (per person) (not open yet); January registration 5K 2,340 TL · 15K 2,500 TL · 33K 2,810 TL · 53K 2,960 TL · 53K Relay 3,510 TL (per person) (not open yet); February–April registration 5K 3,280 TL · 15K 3,490 TL · 33K 3,930 TL · 53K 4,150 TL · 53K Relay 4,915 TL (per person) (not open yet).

Is registration for Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run open?

Registration has not opened yet. Registration is handled on the organiser’s official page; the «Official Registration» button on this page links there.

What is the mandatory gear for Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

53K: Race bib, ID document, Phone, Medical certificate from the last 6 months and/or a licence from a federation that covers running, Running belt and/or running pack, Water bottle (1 l), First-aid kit, Emergency blanket, Whistle. The list contains the items announced by the organiser.

Is an emergency blanket mandatory at Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

Yes, it is on the organiser’s mandatory gear list: «Emergency blanket». Applies to: 53K.

Is a rain jacket mandatory at Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

Not mandatory; the organiser recommends it: «Rain jacket».

Is a water container mandatory at Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

Yes, it is on the organiser’s mandatory gear list: «Water bottle (1 l)». Applies to: 53K.

Do you need a medical certificate for Intersport Mezopotamya Trail Run?

The 53K requires a medical certificate from the last 6 months or a licence from a federation that covers running; under-18s cannot enter the 53K.

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  1. 1
    Courses & GPX — Requirements & kitthe organiser's race information
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  2. 2
    Training planDates are counted back from race day by the plan’s length in weeks. This isn’t training advice; it’s the length and stated starting requirements of plans published by these organisations.
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    Training planNHS Couch to 5K
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    Training planNYRR 5K — Moderate Mileage
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