Trofeo Marmitte dei Giganti 2026
The 44th Trofeo Marmitte dei Giganti will take place in Chiavenna (SO), Italy, on Sunday, September 27, 2026. This is a FIDAL mountain running race held in the heart of the Parco Marmitte dei Giganti.
Race Information
- Date: September 27, 2026
- Location: Chiavenna (SO)
- Contact: [email protected]
Courses
The courses of the Trofeo Marmitte dei Giganti are set within the Parco delle Marmitte dei Giganti, a regional natural area showcasing spectacular evidence of ancient glaciers.
- Women's Race: 4.8 km – 253 m D+
- Men's Relay: 6.3 km – 358 m D+
Start and Finish: Pratogiano – Chiavenna
Race Description
The Marmitte course is a classic mountain running route, known for being extremely technical, varied, and spectacular. It's considered one of the most beautiful national routes, featuring a continuous alternation of climbs, descents, rock passages, forest trails, and historical sections through Chiavenna. The race demands agility, balance, and excellent running technique, not just athletic preparation.
Route Highlights
- Start from Pratogiano under ancient horse chestnut trees.
- Ascent towards Deserto and Belvedere with panoramic views.
- Traverse through the Parco delle Marmitte dei Giganti, with glacier-shaped rocks and ancient inscriptions.
- Technical descent towards Passo Capiola.
- Passage through Prosto and the characteristic 'crotti'.
- Section through the Parco del Paradiso.
- Return to Chiavenna and finish at Pratogiano.
The Trofeo Marmitte dei Giganti has been a classic Italian mountain running event since 1982, attracting high-level athletes to its technical, spectacular, and historic course within the natural environment of the Parco delle Marmitte dei Giganti.