About the race
A festive race held for Christmas, as part of holiday celebrations in Majdal Shams, a picturesque Christian village in the Galilee known for its historic sites. The course starts in Majdal Shams and passes through Hula Lookout, aiming to connect people and cultures in a social, interfaith meeting. Registration opens on 16 in August and closes on 14 in December at 10:00 in the morning. The first start for the long distance will be at 9:00 in the morning on race day. The village is decorated for the holiday with lights, ornaments and illuminated fir trees creating a magical atmosphere. In addition to the race, the Majdal Shams council holds additional festive events, including a Christmas market and Santa parade. Race winners in various categories will receive cash prizes.
💰 Prize money: Cash prizes for winners in Courses 10 km and 5 km. 10 km: 1,200, 1,000, 800, 600, 500, 300 ILS. 5 km: 800, 600, 300 ILS. Prize details
Routes
Christmas Run in Majdal Shams route map from Official race website, via AllTrails. Map: MapLibre, © CARTO, © OpenStreetMap
Measured distance 10 km, 160 m elevation gain and 168 m descent. 8 sharp turns, 2 sharp turns, paved road.
Calculated from the Christmas Run in Majdal Shams route map. A sharp turn is a direction change of 60 degrees or more.
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Christmas Run in Majdal Shams in previous years
All years- 2017 22 Dec
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