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Prepare for an unforgettable adventure at the Mnweni Mountain Marathon 2025, set in the heart of the Drakensberg between the Royal Natal National Park and the Cathedral range. Known as ‘the place of fingers,’ Mnweni offers one of the most remote and challenging sections of the Drakensberg escarpment, where steep, long paths and unpredictable weather have long been respected by seasoned mountaineers.The 40km Mountain Marathon is the signature event, LIMITED TO 250 participants, and is not for the faint-hearted. This rugged route ascends the breathtaking Mnweni Pass to the top of the Drakensberg escarpment and descends via Rockeries, showcasing the towering buttresses, basalt colonnades, and dramatic rock formations that make Mnweni so iconic. It's a true mountain adventure, ideal for experienced trail runners and hikers.
For those seeking less intense routes, the event also offers 20km, and 10km distances, making it a perfect weekend of trail running for all levels of athletes and families alike.
Join us for the 2025 edition and experience the raw beauty of the Drakensberg with one of the most thrilling mountain marathons on the calendar!
Quick Info:
📅 Saturday, 03 May 2025
📍 Mnweni Cultural and Hiking Centre, Bergville
🏃♀️ 40km | 20km | 10km
⏰ 6 am | 6:30 am | 7am
💰 R1090 | R590 | R250
👧 U18s pay half price, and 👴 pensioners get a 25% discount!
🕒 Cultural Special: 4-sleeper Rondavel and 4 marathon race entries - 4 Entries available
🕒 Early Bird Specials: 20% discount available until Tuesday, 31 December at midnight - use 'mnweni20' at checkout. 10% discount available until Saturday, January 25th at midnight - use 'mnweni10' at checkout
*Note Early bird specials do not apply to the Cultural special
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Mnweni Cultural and Hiking Centre, Okhahlamba, Bethlehem, South Africa
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