Organiser
Greyton Trail Running Society
ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSED BUT LATE ENTRIES WELCOME AT REGISTRATION ON FRIDAY FROM 16H30 TO 20H00 & SATURDAY FROM 07H30 TO 08H30
2 days | 42kms | 1500m+ Elevation Gain
The Greyton Mountain Marathon is an annual two-day stage race that winds along the upper contour of the Riviersonderend Mountains and the folds that encircle the towns of Greyton and Genadendal. This will be the third time we hold this event. The entire route is marathon-distance (42 kms) spread over two days – 21 kms on the Saturday, and 21 on the Sunday. (Relay option included).
We’ve veered off the known routes for this one and included a big chunk of unmarked mountainside frequented only by local hikers and those who know their way around obscure hiking websites. It’s pure mountain running.
As with all of our events, we’re not merely in the business of doing business. All proceeds from the Greyton Mountain Marathon go towards the Greyton House Bursary Fund, providing financial aid to children from disadvantaged communities attending Greyton House school. Each step you take will support one of our learners.
Bitesize info
Routes
Day 1 21 km | 1032 m elev. gain (green route, anti-clockwise)
Day 2 21 km | 520 m elev. gain (blue route, anti-clockwise)
Included
Event shirt
Meal ticket to our favourite restaurants in town
1x starting line coffee for each day of racing
1x finish line beer for each day of racing
Where?
Greyton Nature Reserve
Starting times
Starting Point: Greyton House Village School, No 2 Main Road, Greyton, 7233
21km – 8:30am Saturday
21km – 08:30am Sunday
Where is Greyton?
We’re 140km from CT along the N2. Our dorpie is 32km from the turnoff. Watch out for the donkeys between Genadendal and Greyton - the speed limit is 80km for a good reason! Allow (conservatively) 2 hours travel time from Cape Town.
Where to stay
Greyton has some superb accommodation for all bank balances – contact Ros at Tourism, there are loads on offer:
(028) 254 9414/082 647 8696
http://www.greytontourism.com/
If you need any further info please mail [email protected] – We'll do our best to answer your questions.
How do I enter?
Go to Ninja https://www.entryninja.com/
Compulsory Kit
- Cell Phone
- Hydration - camel back/waist pack
- Windbreaker
- Space blanket
- Whistle
- Basic first aid kit
Strongly Recommend
- Hat and sun lotion
- Fleece
More information: www.facebook.com/greytontrail
This event supports team entries for certain classes, but teams must consist of 2 participants per team.
Event location
Greyton House Village School, Greyton
| Coordinates | -34.0529677, 19.6040209 |
| Address | 2 Main Road, Greyton, 7233 |
| City | Greyton |
| Province | Western Cape |
Registration Number: 2015/141112/07