Na hoľu

Na hoľu is an ITRA-certified vertical kilometer event held on Kráľova hoľa in the Horehronie region. Runners start from the village square in Šumiac, and the route follows the blue hiking trail directly to the summit of Kráľova hoľa. The event is a qualifying race for the 2024 Skyrunning World Championships and offers quality support, including refreshments and medical services. Registration is open until 1 July 2026, with a participant limit. The entry fee includes a commemorative item and refreshments.

Race check-in is from 7:00 to 9:30 behind the primary school building, or, in case of bad weather, inside the Šumiac municipal office. Competitors under 15 must be accompanied by a legal guardian. The organizers provide transport for dry clothing to the finish. Refreshments are available at Predné sedlo and at the finish. Mandatory equipment includes hiking gear and a bottle containing at least 0.5 l of fluids. Protests may be submitted by 13:00 with a deposit of EUR 50. The event also includes regional outdoor activities and emphasizes support for hiking and sport in the Horehronie region.