May 2-3 2026
Some parts of these regulations may be modified due to unavoidable organizational needs; should this occur, timely notice will be given.
The Amateur Sports Association “Motty Green Trail Team", affiliated with UISP, organizes the following Trail Running races:
The race consists of a foot race/trekking (E level) in a natural environment, starting:
The course follows the trails climbing toward the summit of Mottarone, reaching it, touching all the municipalities located on its slopes, and then descending toward the town of Stresa (VB), finishing at the Congress Center.
The race takes place in two stages over two days, at free pace, within a limited and controlled time.
Brief course description:
Vibram® Gran Tour Mottarone:
10% asphalt, 30% dirt road, 60% trails.
The race is open to all men and women who are at least 18 years old at the time of registration and who hold a valid competitive medical certificate for athletics.
The maximum number of participants is set at 100 athletes for the Vibram® Gran Tour Mottarone.
The Vibram® Gran Tour Mottarone is a semi self-sufficient race, meaning athletes must manage their own food and water supplies between the start and finish.
Athletes must be aware of the length and specific nature of the race and understand that participation requires adequate physical preparation to handle situations requiring strong physical and psychological autonomy.
To support athletes and guarantee their autonomy, there will be:
The Vibram® Gran Tour Mottarone adheres to the campaign “I do not litter”.
No plastic cups will be available at refreshment points. Athletes must carry their own cup, eco-cup, or suitable container.
Each runner must ensure that upon leaving each refreshment point they have the minimum water supply required to reach the next one.
Private individual assistance is strictly forbidden along the course outside refreshment points. Any form of accompaniment alongside athletes is also prohibited.
Why Vibram® Gran Tour Mottarone?
You may run both stages and spend the night at the summit — it’s your choice.
This year we have also thought about those who are not fast, offering a two-day event with long distances, challenging elevation gain on the first day and a more moderate second day for a more relaxed return.
Time limits are extended compared to competitive races over the same distances.
The goal is to allow participants to truly “savor” the territory.
Saturday, May 2 – 6:45 a.m.
Start area Stresa:
Course Description – Day 1
Two days rotating among alpine pastures and panoramic points of the Mottarone Park.
Start Saturday May 2 at 7:00 a.m. from the Borromean Gulf, from the Stresa Congress Center, along the lakeside avenue toward Carciano, with the Borromean Islands reflecting along the first stretch of your adventure.
From Carciano, a mule track leads to Someraro. Continuing uphill you pass Agriturismo “L’Ordin”, then the 13 birches and Alpe Cavallaccio at the foot of Mount Zughero.
You cross the Selva Spessa stream where, to your left, an old abandoned Balilla car is embedded among the rocks — a symbol of time gone by.
After reaching Alpe Vedabia, you descend steeply on a CAI trail to the historic Stonecutters Museum in Baveno.
Here the 60 km route separates; the Gran Tour continues through an urban stretch with 2 km of asphalt between Oltrefiume hamlets toward Rocca di Feriolo and “Il Bocc” beach — first refreshment point.
Return past the pink granite quarry to Mount Camoscio (water point at the Alpini hut). A panoramic detour to the cross and via ferrata endpoint is recommended.
Continuing along CAI trails over Monte Crocino back to Alpe Vedabia, the 60 km and Gran Tour join toward the summit via Mount Zughero and Rifugio CAI Baveno Alpe Nuovo (second refreshment).
Descent through Rio Inferno valley (5 km) to Colma di Granerolo (control & refreshment point). Technical descent — caution advised.
From Granerolo the route crosses alpine pastures: Alpe Natale, La Selva, Alpe Bertogna (water), Alpe Mastrolino (cut-off 5:30 p.m.).
Continue via CAI trail past Alpe del Barba and “Tre Alberi”.
Fast dirt road descent, then climb to Alpe Cortano (refreshment). Monte Rosa and the Mottarone summit come into view.
Final 5 km panoramic climb via Alpe la Gioga and Alpe la Vallaccia to reach the Base Camp (by 11:00 p.m.).
At Base Camp:
NEW: You will receive part of the medal, to be completed upon finishing.
That’s it for Saturday — make it count.
Sunday, May 3 – 6:45 a.m.
ALP Mottarone bar square:
Course Description – Day 2
Start at 7:00 a.m. from Mottarone summit, climbing to 1,500 m (Cima Coppi).
Descend via CAI L1 trail through pine and beech woods toward Alpe Secondino and Borromea station Adventure Park.
Continue through pine forest to Gignese (refreshment after ~12 km).
Cross the Herno river bridge toward “La Miniera”, then to panoramic “Tre Montagnette” pastures — considered a UNESCO-worthy landscape.
Pass through Coiromonte, then toward Sovazza (refreshment & cut-off 12:30 p.m.).
Climb Monte Cornaccia after picnic area; reach southernmost point overlooking Lake Maggiore and the Lombardy plains.
Descend to San Salvatore (control & refreshment), continue via CAI trail to Brovello, Graglia, and Carpugnino.
Climb to Stropino (cut-off 4:00 p.m., final refreshment), then descend toward Stresa via Magognino and Passera.
Stresa and the Borromean Islands are ahead.
Receive the second half of your finisher medal 🏅
Final refreshment, base camp bags, services and showers.
Base Camp bags available from 12:00 p.m.
The race takes place in a mountain environment and is potentially dangerous. Despite full organizational efforts, immediate rescue cannot always be guaranteed.
Rescue coverage includes:
All rescue bodies receive race GPS tracks. Competitors have a legal and moral obligation to assist another athlete in difficulty.
Registration via www.wedosport.net
Payment by Credit Card, PayPal, or Satispay.
Registration opens: Monday January 18, 2026
Closes: Wednesday April 30, 2026 or when 100 athletes are reached.
Entry fee: €120
Includes:
Optional services:
Participation implies unconditional acceptance of these regulations and race ethics.
In case of cancellation due to force majeure:
Alternative routes may be activated in adverse weather.
Participants must carry throughout the race:
Random checks may occur.
Bib must be visible on chest/abdomen at all times.
Chip is integrated.
Mandatory checkpoint registration.
Failure to register may result in search costs charged to the athlete.
Medical staff may stop runners deemed unfit.
Evacuation decisions rest with official rescue services.
Helicopter costs may be charged to the athlete.
Private insurance recommended.
Only runners with visible bibs may access aid stations.
Additional surprise checkpoints may be present.
Day 1: 16 hours
Day 2: 10 hours 30 minutes
Cut-offs:
Day 1:
Alpe Mastrolino – 5:30 p.m.
Day 2:
Sovazza – 12:30 p.m.
Stropino – 4:00 p.m.
Organization may suspend or modify the race for safety reasons.
Withdrawal must be reported at nearest checkpoint.
Failure to report may result in search costs charged to athlete.
Reasons include:
No appeal possible.
Written complaints within 30 minutes of results posting.
Deposit: €100.
Composed of:
Decisions are final.
Available at www.trailmottarone.com
No printed copies provided.
Civil liability insurance is provided by the organization.
Participation is at the athlete’s own responsibility.
Only finishers within time limit will be ranked.
No cash prizes.
Awards:
General Women’s and Men’s rankings.
Top 3 women and top 3 men will be awarded.
Participants waive all image rights claims against the organization and partners.