World Trail Majors
Aims brings together some of the best trail in the world, each with its own identity, strong values and personality
Who is World Trail Majors
World Trail Majors is trail history. It is an association formed by emblematic races from around the world that laid the first seed of trail running, where the first pages of this still young sport that today has millions of runners began to be written.
World Trail Majors was born with the purpose of uniting these historic races that, due to their philosophy of caring for the environment, their historical heritage and their natural beauty, are a dream for both professional and popular runners who seek to know the origin of ultra mountain races.
World Trail Majors was born with the purpose of uniting these historic races that, due to their philosophy of caring for the environment, their historical heritage and their natural beauty, are a dream for both professional and popular runners who seek to know the origin of ultra mountain races.
The races
Hong Kong 100 Ultramarathon : Hong Kong, China.
Black Canyon Ultras : Arizona, United States.
The North Face Transgrancanaria : Ilhas Canarias, Espanha
Mt. Fuji 100 : Fujiyoshida, Japan.
MIUT – Madeira Island Ultra-Trail: Madeira, Portugal.
Swiss Canyon Trail : Val de Travers, Switzerland.
South Downs Way : Winchester, United Kingdom.
Quebec Mega Trail : Quebec, Canada.
Grand Raid des Pyrenees : Vielle Aure, France.
Vietnam Mountain Marathon: Sapa, Vietnam.
Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler : Victoria, Australia
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town : Cape Town, South Africa.
Black Canyon Ultras : Arizona, United States.
The North Face Transgrancanaria : Ilhas Canarias, Espanha
Mt. Fuji 100 : Fujiyoshida, Japan.
MIUT – Madeira Island Ultra-Trail: Madeira, Portugal.
Swiss Canyon Trail : Val de Travers, Switzerland.
South Downs Way : Winchester, United Kingdom.
Quebec Mega Trail : Quebec, Canada.
Grand Raid des Pyrenees : Vielle Aure, France.
Vietnam Mountain Marathon: Sapa, Vietnam.
Grampians Peaks Trail 100 Miler : Victoria, Australia
RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town : Cape Town, South Africa.
Shared Values
By uniting some of the world’s most emblematic trail running events we want to have a shared vision: to celebrate the diversity, authenticity, and spirit of trail running across the globe. Each race is unique, shaped by its landscape, its people, and its culture, yet all are connected by common values that define what this sport truly represents.
At its core, World Trail Majors stands for diversity — embracing the wide range of terrains, distances, and cultures that enrich trail running. It promotes deep respect for nature, local communities, and cultural heritage, ensuring that every race honours and protects the environment that makes it possible. Each event proudly preserves its own identity, maintaining its essence and traditions while being part of a global network built on collaboration rather than uniformity.
Sustainability is a guiding principle, with a focus on responsible growth that safeguards natural spaces and guarantees that future generations can enjoy the same trails and landscapes. Above all, World Trail Majors celebrates community — the volunteers, residents, and runners who come together to share effort, emotion, and respect for the mountains. United by integrity and independence, these races form a collective that values authenticity over commercial control, keeping the true spirit of trail running alive
At its core, World Trail Majors stands for diversity — embracing the wide range of terrains, distances, and cultures that enrich trail running. It promotes deep respect for nature, local communities, and cultural heritage, ensuring that every race honours and protects the environment that makes it possible. Each event proudly preserves its own identity, maintaining its essence and traditions while being part of a global network built on collaboration rather than uniformity.
Sustainability is a guiding principle, with a focus on responsible growth that safeguards natural spaces and guarantees that future generations can enjoy the same trails and landscapes. Above all, World Trail Majors celebrates community — the volunteers, residents, and runners who come together to share effort, emotion, and respect for the mountains. United by integrity and independence, these races form a collective that values authenticity over commercial control, keeping the true spirit of trail running alive
