Son La Ultra Trail 2025 opens

The Son La Ultra Trail 2025 opened in Ta Xua commune on December 5 with the participation of nearly 1,000 domestic and international runners. The event highlights the province’s growing appeal for adventure sports combined with nature exploration.

The opening ceremony of the Son La Ultra Trail 2025.

This year’s race features four distances: 10km, 25km, 55km, and 100km. The routes pass through famous cloud-hunting spots such as the “dinosaur spine” ridge, the ancient Shan Tuyet tea forest in Bẹ hamlet, the “dinosaur waterfall,” and the villages of the Mong ethnic community in Ta Xua.

The organising committee presents souvenirs to the sponsors.

An art performance at the opening ceremony.

Immediately after the opening ceremony, runners competing in the challenging 100km category began their race. The remaining distances are scheduled for December 6 and 7.

Runners complete registration procedures for the race.

Runners enjoy local specialties.

Foreign runners participate in the race.

Runners start their 100km race.

Athletes compete in the 100km category.

The race route in Ta Xua commune.

Taking place from December 5 to 7, the Son La Ultra Trail 2025 is not only a sporting event but also an opportunity for Ta Xua commune to promote its tourism potential, especially cloud-hunting tourism, eco-tourism, and community-based experiences.

The event also provides a platform to showcase local agricultural products and homestay services, creating momentum for tourism-driven economic development and contributing to Ta Xua’s goal of becoming an attractive destination for both domestic and international visitors.

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