Elbrus region
Elbrus region

Welcome to the Elbrus District! The Elbrus District is located in the southwestern part of Kabardino-Balkaria. It covers an area of ​​approximately 1,850 km². The district capital is Tyrnyauz. Most of the district is located in the highlands, along the Greater Caucasus Range. The highest point in Russia and Europe, the two-peaked extinct volcano Elbrus (5,642 m and 5,621 m), is located within the district. The district is rich in historical and archaeological sites (prehistoric sites, towers), as well as natural monuments, including 23 glaciers. The district's economy is primarily focused on tourism. The Elbrus region is a center for skiing and mountaineering. The Azau and Elbrus ski resorts are located in the district. The ski season lasts from November to mid-May, and in some areas of Elbrus, it is open year-round. The Elbrus region attracts tourists with its picturesque landscapes, opportunities for active recreation and mountaineering, as well as the region's unique nature and history.

From May 2nd to 8th, Elbrus will host the 17th edition of the Red Fox Elbrus Race 2026 festival.

On May 3rd, the individual ski mountaineering race will take place. This sport debuted at the 2026 Winter Olympics, where Nikita Filippov, a regular participant in the Red Fox Elbrus Race, won silver in the sprint. The Elbrus race will be the final stage of the Russian Cup and a powerful conclusion to the season for professional athletes.

On May 5th, the vertical kilometer race will take place from 2,450 to 3,450 meters. This is the largest race of the festival and a stage of the Russian Cup. Skyrunners must complete the race within two hours.

On May 7th, the sky marathon race will take place, a race to the Western Summit of Elbrus (5,642 meters). The race will be held in two stages: from the Azau glade (2,350 m) and from the Bochki shelter (3,750 m).

Participants include national team representatives, winners of national championships, and World Cup stages. Athletes of any experience are also eligible to participate in the overall standings in all three events.

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