Useful info

2026 Briefing

 

Attention: logistics and transport

PARKING AND SHUTTLE BUS INFO FOR THE 90KM, 35KM AND 13KM RACES

90km

On Friday 24 July, the Caspoggio - Chiesa shuttle will be available from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm, running continuously.

35km

The 35km start is confirmed in Piazza del Magnan in Lanzada.

Participants in the 35km race must park at the swimming pool car park in Vassalini (map) and walk to the start area.

From 2:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Saturday 25 July, a free shuttle bus for participants will run continuously from Caspoggio to Vassalini.

13km

Participants in the 13km race may park at the swimming pool car park in Vassalini (map).

To reach the start area, a shuttle bus will run from Vassalini to Torre S. Maria every 30 minutes from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday 25 July.

From 2:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Saturday 25 July, a free shuttle bus for participants will run continuously from Caspoggio to Vassalini.

 

Bib collection

Each athlete must collect their race bib in person. It is not possible to delegate teammates or third parties.

 

Sports membership card

Anyone without a sports membership card who needs to register for a CSEN card will be able to do so directly at bib collection.

 

Overnight stay and showers

The gym will not be available as a dormitory. Showers will be regularly available in the finish area.

 

Alternative 2026 routes

Due to the extraordinary situation affecting the logistical accessibility of an important part of the area, the organisation, in coordination with the Municipality of Lanzada and the race safety team, has modified the 90km and 35km routes.

In order to guarantee the required safety standards, the entire section from Val di Scerscen to the descent towards Caspoggio has been removed from the route. The new routes preserve the technical and spectacular spirit of the VUT, crossing new trails and new mountain huts.

The 2026 route will also pass by the Tartaglione Crispo, Del Grande Camerini, Motta and Alpe Ponte huts. ITRA points and UTMB qualification levels remain unchanged.

 

Drop bags

Drop bags may be handed in from 8:00 pm at the start area in Chiesa in Valmalenco. The bag intended for the finish may be deposited directly inside the sports hall in Caspoggio.

For the VUT 90K, two bag transports are planned: one to Chiareggio (second passage), and one to the finish in Caspoggio.

 

Withdrawals VUT 90K

Athletes who withdraw must report this at a checkpoint or to the sweeper team, and must hand in their race bib. The GPS device must instead be returned strictly at the finish area in Caspoggio.

Withdrawal and return points will be managed by the organisation based on the new 2026 route, with particular reference to the accessible logistical locations along the updated course, including Laghi di Chiesa, Chiareggio and the Paluetto / Lago Palù area. Operational details may be updated in the pre-race briefing.

If a withdrawn athlete requests transport back outside the designated points, the organisation may provide the service — if technically possible and with costs borne by the athlete — using the available vehicles.

In the event of an injury requiring medical assistance, transport will be carried out exclusively by the official rescue services.

 

GPS VUT 90K

Each individual competitor and each relay team will be given a GPS device for real-time tracking.

Athletes’ positions will be visible on the race website and on the screens at the race village.

The GPS must be switched on when entering the start grid. Staff will be present to assist athletes.

Relay athletes must hand over the device at the relay changeover point.

Failure to return the GPS at the end of the race will result in a €150 penalty.

 

Mandatory equipment VUT 90K

All equipment listed in the regulations is mandatory for both individual athletes and relay runners. We remind athletes that a waste bag and a technical jacket with taped seams are mandatory. Equipment checks will be carried out at random at the start, along the route and at the finish.

 

Lights and safety VUT 90K

Headlamps must guarantee at least 12 hours of battery life. Race assistants are authorised to stop anyone proceeding with insufficient lighting.

It is mandatory to keep your mobile phone switched on, with the ringtone activated and enough battery charge for the entire race. A power bank is recommended.

 

Aid stations VUT 90K

This is a semi-self-sufficient race: at the aid stations you will find salts, fruit, pasta and biscuits. Mountain huts along the route remain open for extra purchases. External assistance is allowed only outside the aid station areas.

Please remember that no cups will be provided at the aid stations.

For the 2026 route, the aid stations planned along the VUT 90K are: Alpe Piasci, Rifugio Bosio, Laghi di Chiesa, Rifugio Ventina / Gerli-Porro, Chiareggio, Rifugio Tartaglione Crispo, Rifugio Del Grande Camerini, second passage through Chiareggio, Rifugio Longoni, Rifugio Lago Palù, Rifugio Motta and Alpe Ponte. Paluetto is planned as a time-limit checkpoint only.

 

VUT 90K route

The 2026 VUT 90K route measures 83 km with 6,100 m D+. The alternative route introduces a new climb towards Arcoglio, Sasso Bianco and Lago di Zana, enters Val Sissone with passage by Rifugio Tartaglione Crispo and Rifugio Del Grande Camerini, and includes a final section with Lago Palù, Rifugio Motta and a technical descent towards Lanzada and Caspoggio.

Pay maximum attention on technical and isolated sections, particularly around Arcoglio, Sasso Bianco, Lago di Zana, Passo Ventina, Val Sissone, Rifugio Del Grande Camerini, Rifugio Longoni, Lago Palù, Rifugio Motta and on the final descent towards Lanzada and Caspoggio.

 

Time limits VUT 90K

Attention: times and cut-offs are to be considered provisional. Information may change following route inspections and the final assessments of the Race Direction.

• Laghi di Chiesa (28 km): by 6:00 am on Saturday (8 hours of race time)
• Chiareggio (40 km): by 11:00 am on Saturday (13 hours of race time)
• Chiareggio, second passage (54 km): by 2:00 pm on Saturday (16 hours of race time)
• Paluetto (66 km): by 5:00 pm on Saturday (19 hours of race time)

 

Relay changeovers VUT 90K

• Laghi di Chiesa: first relay changeover, at km 28.
• Chiareggio: second relay changeover, at the second passage.

The three relay legs are approximately 28 km, 26 km and 29 km.

 

VUT 35K specific information

• Route: 35 km with 2,300 m D+.
• Start: confirmed in Piazza del Magnan in Lanzada.
• Route updates: passage through Palulungo, Senevedo Superiore and Lago d’Entova; return to the shared route with the 90K, passing by Rifugio Palù and Rifugio Motta; final descent towards Alpe Ponte, Lanzada and Caspoggio.
• Time limit: Paluetto, approximately km 18, by 3:00 pm on Saturday (6 hours of race time).
• Aid stations: Albareda, Prati Pedrana, Rifugio Lago Palù, Rifugio Motta and Alpe Ponte. Paluetto is planned as a time-limit checkpoint only.
• Bib collection: Saturday morning in Lanzada from 6:30 am to 8:30 am, or Friday in Chiesa.
• Equipment: Mandatory as per the regulations, with checks at the start.

 

VUT 13K specific information

• Start: Saturday at 2:00 pm from Torre di Santa Maria.
• Time limit: Spriana area (5.5 km) by 4:30 pm on Saturday.
• Course marking: Follow the orange course markers. If you do not see any for more than 5 minutes, go back to the last marker.

 

General safety

The alpine environment is demanding. In case of emergency, the operational phone number is printed on your race bib. Always assess your physical condition clearly: safety comes before the race.

 

Thank you for your attention, and have a great race!

The Valmalenco UltraDistance Trail staff