Bieg Zbója 2026

Bieg Zbója is a mountain running series held in Bielsko-Biała, starting and finishing at the Błonia Recreation Area. It offers summer races of 34 km and 42 km, alongside winter races of 13 km and 18 km. The winter race is specifically for mountain runners; the 18 km version presents a challenging short mountain course with approximately 905 meters of ascent, 912 meters of descent, a 5-hour time limit, and a single aid station. The course crosses the slopes near Szyndzielnia, featuring a climb exceeding 1.5 km beneath the cable car route. The 13 km route is designed as a manageable yet rewarding mountain run. The 18 km race attracts a substantial number of participants, with one edition noting 900 runners. This 18 km event is also part of the National League and the Zimowy Big Zboja Championship, indicating the series blends local trail running appeal with a competitive mountain running element.