North Wales based event’s organiser Always Aim High Events are thrilled to announce that Eryri, Wales will be the host of the prestigious XTERRA Trail Run World Championship in 2025. This premier event will gather elite and mass participant runners from around the globe, competing for a substantial prize pot and the coveted title of XTERRA Trail Run World Champion in both Marathon and Half Marathon distances.

The XTERRA Trail Run World Championship is the culmination of a global series of qualifying races held throughout the year, attracting top runners who have earned their place by qualifying for this grand finale. This year, the World Championship is being held at Sugarloaf Mountain in Western Maine, USA.

The championship weekend in Eryri will feature a wide array of events, ensuring something for every level of runner. Participants can look forward to a 24-hour race, an ultra-marathon, a marathon, a half marathon, a 10k race, and a dedicated kids’ race. Only championship qualifiers in the Half Marathon and Marathon distances will be in contention for World Championship titles, but runners of all ages and levels are encouraged to pick a distance that suits them and come experience the XTERRA World Championship atmosphere in this stunning landscape.

In addition to the races, there will be a vibrant community atmosphere with local food vendors, live commentary and music, and family-friendly entertainment, making the event accessible and enjoyable for all.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be bringing a major trail running event to Wales, especially to my hometown of Llanberis,” said Tim Lloyd, Managing Director of Always Aim High Events.” As a local event organiser, it is immensely important for us to showcase the heritage, language and culture of our region, as well as bringing a tremendous economic boost to the local community and businesses. This event, as with all our events, provides the perfect opportunity”.

The team at Always Aim High Events are excited to welcome athletes from across the globe to Eryri, a region renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The XTERRA brand, in collaboration with local event delivery providers, has a long-standing reputation for bringing high-quality events to iconic locations. The 2025 XTERRA Trail Run World Championship will also be supported by the Welsh Government which will help ensure a world-class experience for all participants and spectators.

Councillor Nia Jeffreys, Cyngor Gwynedd Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Economy and Community added: “It is great to hear that the Camu i’r Copa/ Always Aim High bid to attract the XTERRA Trail run World Championships to Llanberis in 2025 has been successful. A great deal of work has gone into the bid with a number of local partners coming together to support the bid and to ensure that the local community benefits fully from the event.”

Doug Hall, XTERRA EMEA General Manager added “We’re so excited to be delivering the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park for 2025, the region is outstandingly beautiful, the community welcoming and the race more than tough enough to challenge the very best on the planet over our World Championship distances.”

The event will take place over the weekend of the 12th- 13th July 2025, more information can be found on the Always Aim High Events Website.

Check out the Always Aim High Events RIA Member profile here  .