Basic information
GO TRIM Sabotin 10km
Are you ready for an unforgettable running experience? GO TRIM on Sabotin is the perfect choice for both lovers of shorter trail runs and those venturing into trail running for the first time. With the right spirit of adventure and proper gear, you’ll run on one of Slovenia’s most breathtaking courses!
On this 10-kilometer route, you’ll encounter a unique combination of natural beauty, historical landmarks, and a true athletic challenge. The adventure begins with an exhilarating crossing of the new suspension bridge over the emerald-green Soča River, leading you onto a cycling path. After approximately 2.9 km, the terrain begins to ascend, guiding you up a mountain trail toward the Sabotin summit. The climb is rewarded with stunning views as you pass by caves and the open-air museum from World War I, where the first refreshment station awaits. From the Sabotin ridge, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of Nova Gorica, the Gulf of Trieste, and the distant Alps. The route then takes you past the picturesque ruins of St. Valentine’s Church, built in the 14th century, and the iconic “Naš Tito” inscription, a symbol of this historically rich area. As you begin the descent toward the finish line, the running adventure culminates in a spectacular way – by crossing the longest suspension bridge in Slovenia! With the cheers of the audience and a final sprint to the finish arena, you’ll be filled with a sense of triumph and an unforgettable achievement.
Join us for GO TRIM and experience the pure joy of movement, blending nature, history, and an unparalleled adventure!
You will be informed about the changes on time on our official website news and on social media.
Organizer:
Public Institutefor Sports Nova Gorica
Bazoviška 4, 5000 Nova Gorica
See ya on November 8 th, 2025
Start at: 10:30
Start / Finish: Kayak centre Solkan
Route
GO TRIM Sabotin 10km 640+
Technical Description of the GO TRIM – Sabotin Course
The race challenge starts at the Kayak Center in Solkan, right next to the Soča River. Immediately after the start, runners make a sharp right turn and cross Slovenia’s longest suspension bridge, providing a unique introduction to the course. After crossing the bridge, the route joins a well-maintained cycling path, gradually ascending and leading runners 2.9 kilometers to the Sabotin junction.
At this point, the paved surface transitions into a technically demanding singletrack, guiding runners through rocky terrain and historic caverns from World War I. The ascent to the summit is challenging, requiring solid running technique, as certain sections are steep and covered in loose rocks. Throughout the climb, runners will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the emerald-green Soča River and Sveta Gora in the background.
After approximately 2 kilometers, runners reach the Sabotin mountain lodge, where a refreshment station awaits. From there, only the final few hundred meters of climbing separate them from the highest point of the course (Sabotin, 609 m a.s.l.), offering an extraordinary panoramic view of Nova Gorica, the Italian town of Gorizia, and the vast Friuli region stretching to the Gulf of Trieste.
Next comes the undulating ridge section, where runners continue on a rocky path towards the ruins of St. Valentine’s Church, dating back to the late 14th century. This historic religious complex lies directly on the Slovenian-Italian border, symbolizing the unity of both nations and representing an important cultural and historical element of the course.
The final descent begins at the iconic stone inscription "NAŠ TITO", from where runners proceed down a technically demanding serpentine path toward the valley. After crossing the suspension bridge again, where the finish area awaits, the last few meters lead to the well-earned race finish and medal award.
Technical Course Data
- Total distance: 10 km
- Total elevation gain: +640 m
- Highest point: Sabotin (609 m a.s.l.)
- Surface: mix of asphalt, rocky trails, and singletrack
- Challenging sections:
- Steep ascent on a rocky singletrack toward Sabotin’s summit
- Technical descent on serpentine paths leading to the finish
- Potentially slippery sections in wet conditions
Refreshment Stations
- Sabotin Mountain Lodge
- Finish Line Refreshment Station
Time Limits
- Time limit: 2h 30 min
- Start: 10:30
- Finish cutoff: 13:00
GO3V – Sabotin combines technical challenges, historical heritage, and breathtaking scenery, offering a race experience that tests both physical endurance and technical skills.
Registration fees
| Registration and payment up to and including |
EARLY BIRD from 1/2/2025 |
LAST CHANCE from 1/6/2025 |
REGULAR from 1/9/2025 |
START DAY 8/11/2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GO Sabotin – 10 km | 25,00 € | 30,00 € | 35,00 € | 50,00 € |
Registration fee refund: In the event of an emergency (declaration of a epidemic or similar) and consequent cancellation of the match by the organizer:
- we return the entire application fee (we deduct only € 5.00 of administrative costs)
- enable the transfer of the registration fee to the year 2026
Cancellations by competitors are only possible until 31/10/2025 under the above conditions (refunds and transfers to other races). After this date, the entry fee will not be refunded and be transferred to year 2026. It is only possible to transfer the registration fee to a third party up to and including 2/11/2024.
Group registrations are possible with a payment of €25 per competitor, the price is valid until 2 November 2025! The minimum number of the registered group is 5 runners at the desired distance. Download the table for entering runners! Complete it with the required information, save it to your computer, and send it via email to info@go4trail.si .
Registration fee includes:
- starter gift package with GO4Trail promotional T-shirt,
- refreshment with a variety of food and drinks,
- showers and changing rooms in the destination area,
- a hot meal at the finish line,
- a medal for all who cross the finish line,
- medical first aid at certain points along the route and all the time at the finish line,
- a downloadable mileage certificate,
- timings, split times and results, live tracking in the target arena and online.
Categories
- GO TRIM Sabotin absolutely women - GO TRIM Sabotin absolutely men
- By categories:
| Age | Year of birth |
|---|---|
| To 18 years | 2008 and younger |
| 18 to 35 years | 2007 - 1990 |
| 36 to 50 years | 1989 - 1975 |
| 51 to 60 years | 1974 - 1965 |
| 61 to 70 years | 1964 - 1955 |
| 71 years and older | 1954 - |
Mandatory equipment
GO TRIM on Sabotin 10km
- The start number is always in a visible place
- Water tank min 500ml
- your own drinking cup
- Mobile phone (working but muted).
We recommend that you follow our FB page in the days before the start, where we will be, according to weather, publish recommendations on possible accessories, which may include gore-tex windbreaker, long pants, gloves, etc.
General conditions of the competition
1. All the participants are insured against accidents with Zavarovalnica SAVA.
2. Competitors must be on the official route all the way. It is a responsibility of each competitor to know the course of the route and to be familiar with the official markings (maps are available on the official website). Those participants who deviate from the official route or intentionally shorten it, will automatically be disqualified.
3. The route also runs along the roads in some parts of the course, therefore, you must comply with the applicable road traffic regulations and behave as prescribed by law for all the traffic users.
4. The access to the refreshments will be allowed only to the runners with a start number in a visible place. Food and drinks should be eaten and drunk at the refreshment site.
5. The use of ski poles is allowed for all the runners. (Rule 251 that replaces Rule 251 (Mountain Races) and Rule 252 (Trail Races) of the IAAF Competition Rules (NEW Rule approved by the IAAF Council in force from 1 January 2019)).
6. At certain points, there will be members of the Mountain Rescue Service and other medical services who will be in constant contact with the GO4TRAIL management. Along the route, in the most exposed places, there will be volunteers who will check the presence of the participants.
7. Participants must follow the basic principles of behaviour in nature and respect it, therefore, they must not leave waste under any circumstances. Waste can be disposed of in the places provided for that. A participant who does not follow this rule and it is caught by the control will automatically be disqualified. All energy bars, gels, drinks, chocolate must be marked with the start number of the competitor.
8. The competition is held in all weather conditions. The only exceptions are situations where the safety of participants may be endangered (extreme storm, natural disaster, etc.). In such case, the supreme judicial commission decides on the dismissal.
9. The participant must be aware and must agree that this type of activity is organized and led by the organizer and is defined as »extreme sport«. As such, it is a a subject to dangers and risks that can include injuries as well as deaths of participants.
10. A voluntary registration for the race is understood as agreeing to the rules of the race and any changes that the organizer must make as necessary.
11. The organizer reserves the right to change the rules in the event of force majeure (epidemics and the like) and to change the route due to obstacles caused by storms and other natural disasters.
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