A point-to-point odyssey through ancient Shanxi, finishing inside China's sacred Mount Yun
The flagship race of Ultra-Trail Mount Yun by UTMB, the 100M traverses the hills, valleys, ancient villages, and cultural landmarks of southern Shanxi Province in a spectacular point-to-point journey. Starting from Mingzhu Square in Xiangning town, runners cross rivers, climb through golden terraced fields, and pass through a thousand-year-old Dongyue Temple, the Rongzi Winery vineyards, the stone streets of Anfeng Ancient Town, and the Hualing Temple Anti-Japanese War Memorial before finishing at Zhonghe Square deep in the Mount Yun scenic area. A UTMB World Series Finals qualifier, the race showcases mid-October autumn foliage in one of China's premier national scenic areas.
Experienced ultrarunners
Xiangning, Shanxi, ChinaOctober 16, 2026
Ultra-Trail Mount Yun UMY 100M is a point-to-point trail race in Xiangning, Shanxi, China, held on October 16, 2026. The course covers 161 km, climbs 6,103 m, and has a 48h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Xiangning Mingzhu Square Start | 0.0 | 995 m | — | ||
Yangjiayuan Village Aid Station | 10.3 | 1,136 m | — | ||
Xigeduo Village Aid Station | 18.9 | 1,481 m | — | ||
Xujiaping Village Aid Station | 30.2 | 1,541 m | 11h2:00 AM +1 | ||
Qiandaping Village Aid Station | 39.6 | 966 m | — | ||
Sita Village Aid Station | 54.1 | 1,205 m | — | ||
Zisha Pottery Town Aid Station | 67.1 | 865 m | 22h1:00 PM +1 | Crew | |
Chateau Rongzi Aid Station | 81.0 | 1,297 m | — | ||
Xiangning Sports Center Aid Station | 92.5 | 992 m | 27h6:00 PM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags |
Qiaoshang New Village Aid Station | 107.4 | 1,541 m | — | ||
Xizhuang Aid Station | 116.9 | 1,461 m | — | ||
Anfen Ancient Town Aid Station | 125.9 | 1,038 m | 35h30m2:30 AM +2 | Crew | |
Jiazhuang Aid Station | 135.1 | 1,317 m | — | ||
Xiachuan Village Committee Aid Station | 146.6 | 984 m | 42h9:00 AM +2 | ||
Luyuangou Village Aid Station | 156.6 | 722 m | — | ||
Zhonghe Square Finish | 160.8 | 661 m | 48h3:00 PM +2 |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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Multiple accommodations within the Mount Yun scenic area including Kangjiaping Home Stay, Cave Resort, Qierkang Resort (153 rooms), and Yunsheng Quick Hotel (149 rooms). For hotel reservations contact [email protected] or WeChat: yunqiushan100.
October nights in Shanxi can drop to near-freezing; runners spend two nights on course
Autumn weather in the Shanxi mountains can shift rapidly; morning fog and afternoon temperature swings are common
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