Maraton Gór Stołowych (Table Mountains Marathon)

Possibly the most difficult mountain marathon held in Poland. Maraton Gór Stołowych takes place in Polish Table Mountains which are not only very picturesque but also characterized by very steep trails.
The first edition of this marathon took place last year in July.

Szczeliniec - highest peak of Table Mountains

All reviews, I met with, described it as a truly arduous run, not only because of the elevation gain exceeding 2500 m but also because of heat (over 30 C). AFAIK last year this marathon had a limit of 125 participants which this year has been increased to 250.

Limit results from the fact that the entire route of the run goes through national pars both in Poland and in the Czech Republic. Route has 42.7 km, starts by the mountain hostel "Pasterka" and ends on top of Szczeliniec.

Błędne Skały

Organizers describe the route as difficult - with lots of rocks, turns, significant elevations. I only hope that long time limit - 8h - will allow me to get to the finish in time as I plan to walk most of the way uphill.

On the way runners will be passing a rock formation "Błędne Skały" - see pictures above and below. If they ring a bell - there is a good chance that you have already seen this places.

Błędne Skały

That's where some of the scenes of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian were shot.

Entrance fee for the marathon is 65 PLN (more or less GBP 16) after 1st July it increases to 90 PLN (with no guarantee of full services) however judging by how many people have already applied it is doubtful that there will be any places left by then.

The closest city is Kudowa Zdrój, AFAIK the closes city with an international airport is Wrocław in Poland and Praha in Czech Republic.