Registration and pricing
Registration closes: September 30, 2026
BASIC a EXTREME
- 50 € Valid until June 30, 2026
1.6. do 30.6.2026 50 € (členovia SHS James 45 €)
- 70 € Valid until September 30, 2026
1.7.2026 – 30.9.2026 70 €
Race description
Psotkov Memorial is a traditional mountain running race in the heart of the High Tatras, held near Štrbské Pleso. Runners can choose between two challenging routes: BASIC, 25.3 km long with 1,540 m of elevation gain, and EXTREME, 37.9 km long with 2,490 m of elevation gain. The route passes through picturesque mountain scenery, including a climb to just below the summit of Kriváň, a descent to Tri studničky, a stretch past Jamské pleso and through Furkotská dolina, and a finish at Chata pod Soliskom. The race is part of the Skyrunner® National Series Slovakia and offers a unique running experience in challenging mountain terrain.
Highlights
- Climb to just below the summit of the prominent Kriváň
- Long descent to Tri studničky with a refreshment station
- Pass by Jamské pleso and through the demanding Furkotská dolina
Additional information
Registration is limited to 400 participants (200 for BASIC and 200 for EXTREME). Members of the Slovak Mountaineering Association James are entitled to a discounted entry fee. The EXTREME route is run as a time trial. The start and finish are at the SNOW - Štrba cross-country skiing area, Štrbské Pleso. The time limit is 6 hours for BASIC and 8 hours for EXTREME. The event is limited to 400 participants.