# Event Details - **Event Name**: Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 am – Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+02:00) - **Event Description**: Kaapsehoop Mountain Trail run 69km 45km 17km and 8km FRESH Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra on 09 August 2026 KAAPSEHOOP Quaint, cloudy and calm – this is Kaapsehoop . Set atop a mountain pass on the Drakensberg escarpment above Nelspruit, it comes slowly into view, as if appearing out of the mists of time. The gravel streets are lit by lantern-style lights and the town has a series of quaint shops and eateries. It has a lovely moderate climate- making it a lot cooler up there during summer whilst the Lowveld bakes. Most appealing though is a herd of wild horses that makes the plateau its home. The village is particularly regardful of their horses (there are about 200 of them) that range at will among the houses and on the plateau beyond. Their blue swallows are unique, as well as a series of ancient stones, known as Adam’s Calendar, that suggest an ancient and mystical history of mankind. Blue swallow are rarely seen in South Africa. Part of the escarpment is declared a blue swallow natural heritage site. From up here there are incredible views over the Lowveld, particularly of the Baberton valley, known as De Kaap Valley. It was also known as the ‘valley of death’ because of the prevalence of malaria, which Kaapsehoop evaded (and continues to do so), because of its altitude. Kaapsche Hoop, the original Dutch spelling of the town’s name, came into existence as part of the 1873 gold rush. It’s very name means ‘hope of the Cape’! This refers to the prospector’s hopes for gold. What a great setting to present a Fresh Trails experience of pristine trail running!!!! DATE AND DISTANCES 09 August 2026 (Sunday): 69km, Elevation gain 2750m, 6 x Aid Stations (Entries close 31July) 45km, Elevation gain 1800m, 4 x Aid Stations (Late Entries available on the day at extra R100) 17km 540 Elevation gain 1 x Aid Station (Late Entries available on the day at extra R50) Dog on Leash Friendly 8km 235 Elevation gain 1 x Aid Station (Late Entries available on the day at extra R50) Dog on Leash Friendly Province: Mpumalanga Town: Kaapsehoop Race Village: Kaapsehoop Pear Orchard Picnic Site Trail Description: Plantation jeep track and flowing single track; Kaapsehoop rock formations; grassland escarpment with misty mountains and plantations. TIME 08 August 2026 @ Kaapsehoop Race Village: Registration, compulsory kit checks and late entries 16h00 – 18h00 09 August 2026 @ Kaapsehoop Race Village: Late Registration 04h30-05h30 69km Kaapsehoop (no late entries 69km) Late Registration & Entries 04h30 – 06h30 45km, 17km & 8km (07h30) Race Start Time: 69km 06h00 (race briefing 05h45) 45km 07h00 (race briefing 06h45) 17km 07h30 (Race briefing 07h15) Dog Friendly 8km 08h00 (Race briefing 07h45) Dog Friendly Prize Giving (17km, 45km & 8km) 13h00 at Race Village Prize Giving (69km ) 19h00 Saturday at Race Village COSTS 69km = R1900 (Entries close 31Jul) 45km = R950 (late entry R100 extra) 4 x Aid Stations 17km = R380 (late entry R50 extra) 1 x Aid Station 8km = R250 (late entry R50 Extra) 1 x Aid Station Race Shirt = R400 Race Cap = R380 INCLUDED TRUCKER CAP or Buff 69km FINISHER MEAL 69km FRESH MOUNTAIN HOSPITALITY GREAT TIME WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS WATER POINTS ON ROUTE AND FINISH MEDAL OR CRAFT BEER FOR FINISHERS WELL MARKED ROUTE MEDICAL STAFF ABLUTION FACILITIES FOOD AND REFRESHMENT STALL - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelspruit/kaapsehoop-mountain-ultra-2026/200029148373601 - **Event Categories**: sports, dog, trips-adventures, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 389 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Nelspruit - **state**: MP - **country**: South Africa - **location**: Kaapschehoop waterfall, hiking trails & pear orchard picnic spot - **lat**: -25.595071829626 - **long**: 30.758707046509 - **full address**: Kaapschehoop waterfall, hiking trails & pear orchard picnic spot, Peerboord, Mbombela, South Africa, Nelspruit ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/9ec81e831d587205714f120dbc621865781b42737f5ecf0263096943b4e86772-rimg-w1200-h799-dcf3f0ee-gmir?v=1776431468 ## Comments - [Le-ché Wright | 2026-01-18 07:53:37] Good day, I trust you are well. Could you please confirm whether there are any stalls available at the event? ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra 2026 being held? - **A:** Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra 2026 takes place on Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 05:00 am to Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Kaapschehoop waterfall, hiking trails & pear orchard picnic spot, Peerboord, Mbombela, South Africa, Nelspruit. - **Q**: Who is organizing Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra 2026? - **A:** Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra 2026 is organized by Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Kaapsehoop Mountain Ultra 2026 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nelspruit, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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