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Date changed8 January 2027 → 9–10 January 2027updated on 11 October 2026
Start time changed18:00 → 09:00updated on 11 October 2026
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Sandras Adventure Trail

A three-day outdoor race in Köyceğiz that gathers three separate disciplines under one roof.

Time to race

Standard price valid until 6 December 2026 · 29 days left

Date & start
9–10 January 2027 · 09:00Saturday
Location
MuğlaStart: Kaunos Ancient City, Çandır, Köyceğiz
Distances
Kaunos 5K–AR250KKaunos 5K, TR25K, TR50K, TR80K, MR50K, MR100K, AR250K
Entry fee
5K 1,500/1,750 TL · TR25K 2,250/2,750 TL · TR50K 3,250/3,750 TL · TR80K 3,250/3,750 TL · MR50K 4,000/4,500 TL · MR100K 4,500/5,000 TL · AR250K 12,000/13,000 TL (domestic/international)Standard
Registration deadline
20 December 202643 days left

A three-day outdoor race in Köyceğiz that gathers three separate disciplines under one roof. The running leg is split into two stages and starts from the ancient city of Kaunos, with four distances from 5K to 80K. Alongside it run 50 and 100-kilometre mountain bike courses and a 250-kilometre team adventure race. The organiser, OA Grup, runs the event out of Köyceğiz.

This race has 7 coursesAll on 9–10 Jan 2027 · Muğla
DistanceStart
Kaunos 5K›
TR25K›
TR50K›
TR80K09:00›
MR50K›
MR100K›
AR250K›
Source

Details were checked against the organiser’s page on 6 November 2026. The registration link was working on 7 November 2026. Last change: Registration status updated (previously: Registration Not Open), 12 October 2026.

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  1. 14 October 2026Registration periods added
  2. 12 October 2026Registration statusRegistration Not Open Registration Open

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Race Note
Registration runs in three windows: early 14 September - 25 October, standard 26 October - 6 December, late 7-20 December 2026. The start list is published on 6 January 2027. The running courses are split into two stages.
01 · Courses

Course, map and GPX

Kaunos Ancient City, Çandır, Köyceğiz
Start location: Kaunos Ancient City, Çandır, Köyceğiz

Kaunos 5K

start 09:00
Checkpoints and Cut-offs1 point
  1. 0
    Start
  2. 4.7
    Finish
    1 h 15 minthis leg 15:57 min/km
Cut-off pace

To reach Finish at km 4.7 within the cut-off, an average pace of 15:57 min/km is enough. This is a flat calculation; climbs and aid-station stops take extra time.

The course file (GPX) has not been published yet.

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

Registration periods

  1. Early5K 1,250/1,500 TL · TR25K 2,000/2,500 TL · TR50K 2,500/3,000 TL · TR80K 3,000/3,500 TL · MR50K 3,500/4,000 TL · MR100K 4,000/4,500 TL · AR250K 10,000/11,000 TL (domestic/international)14 September 2026 – 25 October 2026Closed
  2. Standard5K 1,500/1,750 TL · TR25K 2,250/2,750 TL · TR50K 3,250/3,750 TL · TR80K 3,250/3,750 TL · MR50K 4,000/4,500 TL · MR100K 4,500/5,000 TL · AR250K 12,000/13,000 TL (domestic/international)26 October 2026 – 6 December 2026Open
  3. Late5K 1,750/2,000 TL · TR25K 2,750/3,250 TL · TR50K 3,750/4,250 TL · TR80K 3,750/4,250 TL · MR50K 4,500/5,000 TL · MR100K 5,000/5,500 TL · AR250K 15,000/16,000 TL (domestic/international)7–20 December 2026Not open yet
03 · Logistics

Race pack pick-up and race day

Race Pack Pick-up
8–9 January 2027
Schedule
8 January 12:00–22:00 9 January 08:00–09:00 (AR250K only on 8 January). Venue not announced yet. Online briefing 8 January 20:00.
Start
Kaunos Ancient City, Çandır, KöyceğizStart time 09:00

Sources1

04 · Requirements

Entry requirements and mandatory kit

Medical certificate

TR80K page: “anyone aged 18 or over with a medical certificate showing they are fit for trail running” can register

Mandatory gear · TR80K13 items
  • Water (0.50 l)
  • Phone
  • Cup
  • Emergency blanket
  • Whistle
  • Food
  • Windproof jacket
  • Bandana
  • Bandage
  • ID
  • Head torch
  • External charger (power bank)
  • Pack
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.

Sources1

05 · Preparation

When should you start training?

The race is 9 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
7 November 2026
Start this week
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
9 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
9 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 17 October 2026

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
17 October 2026
Not enough time · 3 weeks short
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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06 · FAQ

Sandras Adventure Trail: frequently asked questions

When is Sandras Adventure Trail and what time does it start?

Dates: 9–10 January 2027; the event lasts 2 days. The first start is at 09:00. Start times by distance: TR80K Stage 1 09:00 · TR80K Stage 2 06:30 (10 January 2027).

Where does Sandras Adventure Trail start?

Start: Kaunos Ancient City, Çandır, Köyceğiz.

What distances does Sandras Adventure Trail offer?

There are 7 distances: Kaunos 5K, TR25K, TR50K, TR80K, MR50K, MR100K, AR250K.

Who organises Sandras Adventure Trail?

The race is organised by OA Grup (Oryantiring Akademi). Advenway does not organise races or take registrations; it compiles the details from the organiser’s announcements.

What is the official website of Sandras Adventure Trail?

Official website: sandrasadventure.com. Registration is handled via oa-grup.com.

How much is the entry fee for Sandras Adventure Trail?

Standard is open now: 5K 1,500/1,750 TL · TR25K 2,250/2,750 TL · TR50K 3,250/3,750 TL · TR80K 3,250/3,750 TL · MR50K 4,000/4,500 TL · MR100K 4,500/5,000 TL · AR250K 12,000/13,000 TL (domestic/international). This period ends on 6 December 2026. Other periods: Early 5K 1,250/1,500 TL · TR25K 2,000/2,500 TL · TR50K 2,500/3,000 TL · TR80K 3,000/3,500 TL · MR50K 3,500/4,000 TL · MR100K 4,000/4,500 TL · AR250K 10,000/11,000 TL (domestic/international) (closed); Late 5K 1,750/2,000 TL · TR25K 2,750/3,250 TL · TR50K 3,750/4,250 TL · TR80K 3,750/4,250 TL · MR50K 4,500/5,000 TL · MR100K 5,000/5,500 TL · AR250K 15,000/16,000 TL (domestic/international) (not open yet).

Is registration for Sandras Adventure Trail open?

Yes, registration is open. The registration deadline is 20 December 2026. Registration is handled on the organiser’s official page; the «Official Registration» button on this page links there.

When and where is race pack pick-up for Sandras Adventure Trail?

Race pack pick-up: 8–9 January 2027. 8 January 12:00–22:00; 9 January 08:00–09:00 (AR250K only on 8 January). Venue not announced yet. Online briefing 8 January 20:00.

What are the cut-off times for Sandras Adventure Trail TR80K?

Stage 1 – Finish (Kaunos) (km 20.3): 4 h 30 min; Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü) (km 59.3): 12 h. Runners who do not reach a point by its cut-off time are taken out of the race. To reach Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü) at km 59.3 within the cut-off, an average pace of 12:08 min/km is enough. The tightest section is Stage 1 – Finish (Kaunos) – Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü): there you need an average of 11:32 min/km. This is a flat calculation; climbs and aid-station stops take extra time.

What are the cut-off times for Sandras Adventure Trail TR50K?

Stage 1 – Finish (Kaunos) (km 16): 3 h 15 min; Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü) (km 33.9): 7 h. Runners who do not reach a point by its cut-off time are taken out of the race. To reach Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü) at km 33.9 within the cut-off, an average pace of 12:23 min/km is enough. This is a flat calculation; climbs and aid-station stops take extra time.

What are the cut-off times for Sandras Adventure Trail TR25K?

Stage 1 – Finish (Kaunos) (km 4.7): 1 h 15 min; Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü) (km 20.8): 4 h. Runners who do not reach a point by its cut-off time are taken out of the race. To reach Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü) at km 20.8 within the cut-off, an average pace of 11:32 min/km is enough. The tightest section is Stage 1 – Finish (Kaunos) – Stage 2 – Finish (Köyceğiz Gölü): there you need an average of 10:15 min/km. This is a flat calculation; climbs and aid-station stops take extra time.

What is the time limit for Sandras Adventure Trail?

Finish cut-off — Kaunos 5K: 1 h 15 min. Runners who do not reach the finish by the finish cut-off are not ranked.

Where are the aid stations on Sandras Adventure Trail TR80K?

km 10.3 Stage 1 – CP1 Çandır (food); km 12.3 Stage 2 – CP1 Çövenli (food); km 26.4 Stage 2 – CP2 Çiçekbaba (food); km 35.1 Stage 2 – CP3 Çayhisar (food); km 42.8 Stage 2 – CP4 Topgözü (food); km 50.4 Stage 2 – CP5 Zeytinalanı (food). The longest stretch without aid is about 29.6 km; carry water for it.

What is the ITRA score of Sandras Adventure Trail?

Official ITRA score: TR50K: 1. Scores are awarded by ITRA; the value is taken from ITRA’s race page.

What is the ITRA Mountain Level of Sandras Adventure Trail?

ITRA Mountain Level: TR80K: 4 · TR50K: 4 · TR25K: 3. Mountain Level is ITRA’s 0–12 measure of how mountainous a course is. It is not the ITRA score: the score (0–6) reflects the total effort of distance and climbing.

What is the mandatory gear for Sandras Adventure Trail?

TR80K: Water (0.50 l), Phone, Cup, Emergency blanket, Whistle, Food, Windproof jacket, Bandana, Bandage, ID, Head torch, External charger (power bank), Pack. The list contains the items announced by the organiser.

Is an emergency blanket mandatory at Sandras Adventure Trail?

Yes, it is on the organiser’s mandatory gear list: «Emergency blanket». Applies to: TR80K.

Is a head torch mandatory at Sandras Adventure Trail?

Yes, it is on the organiser’s mandatory gear list: «Head torch». Applies to: TR80K.

Is a rain jacket mandatory at Sandras Adventure Trail?

Yes, it is on the organiser’s mandatory gear list: «Windproof jacket». Applies to: TR80K.

Is a water container mandatory at Sandras Adventure Trail?

Yes, it is on the organiser’s mandatory gear list: «Water (0.50 l)». Applies to: TR80K.

Do you need a medical certificate for Sandras Adventure Trail?

TR80K page: “anyone aged 18 or over with a medical certificate showing they are fit for trail running” can register.

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    Courses & GPX — Pack & logistics — Requirements & kitthe organiser's race information
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    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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