Trail del Calvario - 11th Edition
Domodossola, Italy will host the 11th edition of the Trail del Calvario on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The event offers two trail distances: an 11 km individual run with a positive elevation gain of approximately 550 meters, and a 21 km run for pairs with a positive elevation gain of about 1150 meters. Both races start at 9:00 AM.
The race route will take participants through the medieval historic center, the Sacro Monte Calvario park and gardens (a UNESCO World Heritage site), and along mule tracks and paths through characteristic villages, beech forests, and scenic mountain pastures. The 21 km course will pass through villages like Anzuno, La Tensa, La Quana, Vallesone, Andosso, Prata, Vagna, Premone, and reach the Alpe Lusentino at 1080 meters, featuring a Gran Premio della Montagna with prize draws.
The 11 km course will go through the villages of Anzuno and Cruppi/San Defendente. The finish line for both distances is in Piazza Madonna della Neve.
The Trail del Calvario is a decisive race for the TRIS DI COPPIE circuit winners. To compete for the top prizes, participants must have completed the "Vibram 2 Comuni Trail Mottarone 25 Km a coppie" and the "Maratona della Valle Intrasca 33,75 Km" as a pair. Participation in the Trail del Calvario also offers chances to win prizes in a lottery during the Polenta Party.
Additionally, the third edition of the "Mini Trail del Calvario" for primary school children will be held on October 3rd, with proceeds benefiting the Associazione Matibellula OdV.
Race Packages:
- 21K Package: 1 technical gadget, food supplies, discount vouchers, Polenta Party voucher (polenta + meat or tomato sauce; cheese; dessert; water), 3 aid stations on the course and at the finish, massage and physiotherapy service, changing rooms and showers, and course surveillance.
- 11K Package: 1 technical gadget, discount vouchers, 1 aid station on the course and at the finish, massage and physiotherapy service, changing rooms and showers, and course surveillance.
The Polenta Party voucher can be purchased by 11K runners and accompanying persons. Massage and physiotherapy services are provided by "Fisiodelta" of Domodossola.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the "Associazione Matibellula OdV" for research.