The “Vjosa Wild River Ultra Trail Marathon 2024” is set to be the largest sporting event in Gjirokastër, taking place on October 26-27. 

Tourism and Environment Minister Mirela Kumbaro announced today that this event invites participants to embark on a challenge that runs through the heart of nature and biodiversity, promoting areas like Memaliaj, Tepelenë, Këlcyrë, Përmet, and the surrounding villages while attracting hundreds of tourists and athletes to compete and experience Albanian hospitality.

Minister Kumbaro highlighted that this international event will feature five routes along the banks of the Vjosa River. She encouraged interested citizens to register at [www.vjosarace.al](http://www.vjosarace.al/) for a unique outdoor sporting experience, noting that “the landscapes of Vjosa will inspire you to push your limits.”

Organized by the sports association “Marathon Albania” in collaboration with the municipalities along the Vjosa River, the “Vjosa Wild River Ultra Trail Marathon 2024” aims to host the International Ultra Trail Marathon. The marathon will follow the Vjosa River’s course and will include various race categories, such as a mini-marathon (11 km), half-marathon (26 km), and classic ultra-marathon distances of 44 km, 67 km, and 100 km.

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