SciaccheTrail 2027 – Monterosso al Mare, Italy

• 19 maart 2027
  Datum van het evenement:
• 21 maart 2027
  Einde van het evenement:

Wat kun je verwachten?

More than just a race, a vertical trekking experience along wine paths: SciaccheTrail is a trail running race along paths of Cinque Terre National Park with start and finish in village of Monterosso al Mare, organized by association Polisportiva Cinque Terre non-profit amateur sports association. The event is defined as trail run along wine paths, a vertical trekking experience designed to discover stunning landscape of Cinque Terre. It is more than just a race, you can run it and challenge yourself amidst extraordinary natural environment, you also blend with landscape where human activities have always intertwined with nature.

The course is an imaginary line that connects wine, sanctuaries, villages, nature and communities: The race takes place along world unique path through Cinque Terre, an imaginary line that will connect wine, sanctuaries, villages, nature and communities. It starts and finishes in Monterosso al Mare crossing through municipalities of Monterosso al Mare, Riomaggiore and Vernazza, with longer 100 km course that extends into Val di Vara providing true test of strength and athleticism. The traditional 47 km route remains heart of event.

Over 3000m elevation gain on 47 km: The course is 47 km over 3000m positive elevation gain in latest road book, with previous editions 2600m elevation, effort kilometer 71, longest ascent 480m, longest descent 680m, max elevation 779m at Monte Malpertuso 750 metres above sea level, min elevation 2m. The route includes challenging segments and conditions could be difficult. Mountaineering type difficulty not expected although brief segments marked by CAI nomenclature for expert excursionists EE. Proper training and real capacity for personal autonomy essential to success of individual test.

A wine, a territory: Stars of day will be paths and vineyards of Sciacchetrà, the passito wine sweet and liqueur-like produced in Cinque Terre from grapes of Bosco, Albarola and Vermentino vines. This wine has shaped magnificent landscape with terraced vineyards, dry stone walls, cröse steep paths climbing up hills and centuries-old labour behind it. For first time participants also explore area just behind Cinque Terre, Val di Vara with its nature and history.

Wedstrijddata/evenementdata

Main Event Weekend: 19-20-21 March 2027 – Cinque Terre Ultra Trail

Specific Edition: The 11th edition will be held on 19-20-21 March 2027. The SciaccheTrail 2027 will take place on 19-20-21 March 2027 on trail run along wine paths. Previous edition 10th anniversary celebrated on March 20 to 22.

Race Day: Trail running race along paths of Cinque Terre National Park with start and finish in village of Monterosso al Mare, distance approximately 47 km, start time 7:30 am on Saturday of event weekend. For 2026 edition date confirmed Saturday March 20 2027, with 47 km.

Registration Timeline: Pre-registration opens on 1 October 2024 and closes on 26 October 2024 for 2025 edition template. Registration opens September 1 2024 and closes March 8 2025 for 100K and 47K. Lottery takes place on 3rd November live on social media channels, first 300 people drawn asked to complete registration before midnight of November 10th. Registration for 2027 will follow similar lottery schedule in autumn prior.

Other Dates: Medical certificate must be valid with expiration not prior to 29th March 2025 for 2025 edition template. Qualifying trail race must be within period 2023-2024-2025 prior to 29th March 2025.

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Stadion en sportlocatie

Piazza Garibaldi historic center: The start will be in Piazza Garibaldi in historic center of Monterosso. After passing along seafront first ascent climbs promontory of Punta Mesco with dominating view over gulf of Cinque Terre. A stretch of up and down single track leads to Colle di Gritta with views of coastline to southeast and also toward Levanto to northwest. After leaving Colle di Gritta short segment of asphalt intersects with old mule path to Soviore first sanctuary of Cinque Terre and one of oldest. Another short segment of asphalt leads to single track through mediterranean shrub with breathtaking views over sea which descends to next sanctuary Reggio.

Sanctuaries and highest point: In Reggio church square stands one of oldest cypress trees in Liguria. From Reggio course climbs via Drignana to Alta Via high path of Cinque Terre. Alta Via reaches highest point along SciaccheTrail course Monte Malpertuso at 750 metres above sea level and continues on to Colle del Telegrafo furthest point west on course. From here course descends to Sanctuary of Montenero and then to Riomaggiore first village of Cinque Terre. Steep stairway leads to vineyards of Corniolo then single track continues to hamlet of Groppo and inside Cantina Cinque Terre where course passes alongside steel wine barrels and modern winemaking machinery for production of Sciacchetrà.

Vineyard traverse to finish: From here course descends to Manarola second village of Cinque Terre. Another steep stairway then single track leads through terraced vineyards then onto old mule track bordered by olive groves to hamlet of Volastra and Sanctuary of Our Lady of Health. This is area with highest concentration of cultivated vineyards which best describes Cinque Terre. From Volastra single track through vineyards over sea leads to Corniglia 3rd village. From Corniglia course follows coastal blue trail through Vernazza 4th Cinque Terre village and on to finish line in Monterosso al Mare final village.

National Park venue: The association Polisportiva Cinque Terre organizes race within Cinque Terre National Park. Course may be modified, road book downloadable, Garmin adventures track available.

Volledig wedstrijdschema of evenementenschema

Friday – Opening and Village: Friday of event weekend is opening day with SciaccheTrail Village opening at 10 am, reception, expo and bib distribution. Participants arrive in Monterosso al Mare, check historic center, explore vineyards. The SciaccheTrail Village hosts sponsors, local products, wine tasting of Sciacchetrà passito wine. For previous edition Saturday 25 is day of competition departure in Monterosso from Piazza Tina Anselmi at 7:30 am and opening of Village at 10 am. Starting at noon at tensile structure of square famous Pasta Party organized by Pro Loco of Monterosso and Cinque Terre Consortium opens waiting for first arrivals.

Saturday – Race day: Saturday is day of competition departure in Monterosso from Piazza Tina Anselmi or Piazza Garibaldi at 7:30 am. Trail running race along paths of Cinque Terre National Park 47 km over 3000m elevation. Aid stations along course through sanctuaries Soviore, Reggio, Montenero, Volastra. Finish line in Monterosso al Mare. Pasta Party organized by Pro Loco and Consortium open at noon at tensile structure. SciaccheTrail Walk and Wine plus Pasta Party on Saturday 3 hour guided trek from Vernazza to Monterosso stopping along way to visit villages sanctuaries, cost includes break for wine and pasta.

Sunday – Awards and celebration: Sunday awards ceremony, closing of village, departure of athletes. In 2025 edition March 29 was race day with invitation to experience special day cheer for athletes follow updates on Sciacchetrail Cinque Terre Ultra Trail enjoy unique atmosphere and join arrival in Monterosso.

Extended 100 km program: For longer course extending into Val di Vara, program includes longer time limits, additional aid stations, and exploration of area just behind Cinque Terre with nature and history.

Teams, atleten en deelnemers

Open to all with qualifying points: Race is open to anyone who is at least 20 years old at time of registration club members or not for 47 km, and 22 years or older for 100K. Entries will not be accepted by athletes serving suspensions for doping in any sport. Race course includes challenging segments conditions could be difficult. Proper training and real capacity for personal autonomy essential.

Lottery limited to 300 participants plus elite: Race limited to 300 participants plus elite athletes invited by organization. 300 participants chosen through lottery of pre-registered athletes. Lottery participation fee is 1 Euro. Athletes chosen through lottery asked to complete registration by providing sports medical certificate for competitive activity valid for athletics with expiration not prior to race date, and achieve minimum number of points required.

Qualifying points system: To be eligible athletes must complete qualifying trail race within time limit during period 2023-2024-2025 prior to race. Qualifying trail race is one which allots at least 50 points. Points calculated as sum of kilometers and altitude gain expressed in meters divided by 100. For example Sciacchetrail with its 47km and 2600 meters elevation gain allots 73 points 47 plus 26 equals 73. On registration form each athlete must provide qualifying race name distance in km elevation gain in meters and placement in trail race which allots 50 or more points. False statements result in cancellation of registration and complete loss of fee paid.

Diversity encouragement: In order to encourage presence of many nationalities one male and one female from each of various countries represented among pre-registered athletes automatically guaranteed entry via lottery for each nation. In 2025 quarter of athletes foreign representing 28 different nationalities with notable female participation rate 21 percent. France has 62 participants along with 13 Germans and 12 British. Competitors from across Americas including United States Canada Mexico Venezuela and for first time Uruguay Ecuador and Venezuela. Australians return and Japanese participants make debut.

Toernooiformaat en competitiestructuur

Single distance ultra trail with lottery entry: SciaccheTrail 2027 is Cinque Terre ultra trail event offering single 47 km race with entry by lottery and dedicated wild card provisions plus longer 100 km course extending into Val di Vara. Distance approximately 47 km over 3000m elevation gain with start and finish in Monterosso al Mare.

Qualification format: Athletes must achieve minimum 50 points from qualifying race. Non-draws or non-recalled athletes from 2022 2023 and 2024 lotteries 3 consecutive years if registered in lottery for 2025 will have automatic right to participate. All others have only one ticket. Draws or recalled athletes are all those who received notification from ENDU to complete registration in previous editions. Remaining names placed on waiting list.

Race format: Trail running means running on natural paths with elevation changes. In Cinque Terre runners cross vineyards hills and terraces, sanctuaries, villages. Mountaineering type difficulty not expected although brief segments marked for expert excursionists EE. Real capacity for personal autonomy essential. Race is individual test.

Vertical and Walk and Wine side events: In addition to traditional 47 km route in Cinque Terre there is longer 100 km course, plus SciaccheTrail Vertical Race dedicated to raising funds for concrete projects to safeguard territory with part of registration fee donated to Manarola Foundation to be used for repair and maintenance of dry stone walls of extraordinary terraced amphitheater. Walk and Wine 3 hour guided trek from Vernazza to Monterosso stopping to visit villages sanctuaries includes break for wine and pasta party.

Wedstrijd-/evenementtijden

Start van de race: Trail running race along paths of Cinque Terre National Park with start and finish in village of Monterosso al Mare, distance approximately 47 km with elevation gain 2600 to 3000 meters, start time 7:30 am on Saturday of event weekend from Piazza Garibaldi or Piazza Tina Anselmi in historic center.

Village and pasta party: Opening of SciaccheTrail Village at 10 am, famous Pasta Party organized by Pro Loco of Monterosso and Cinque Terre Consortium opens at noon at tensile structure of square waiting for first arrivals. Awards ceremony later afternoon.

Walk and Wine times: While SciaccheTrail is taking place you can enjoy 3 hour guided trek from Vernazza to Monterosso stopping along way to visit villages sanctuaries, cost to join includes break for wine and pasta party.

Lottery times: Pre-registration opens October 1 and closes October 26, lottery takes place November 3 live on social media channels, first 300 drawn asked to complete registration before midnight November 10, remaining on waiting list.

Aid station times: Aid stations along course through sanctuaries Soviore, Reggio, Montenero, Volastra, with cutoff times communicated in road book, with transport if necessary back to Monterosso.

Tickettypes

SciaccheTrail 47K Competitive: Main ultra trail 47 km over 3000m elevation. Registration fee USD 65 based on 60 EUR plus USD 11 deposit based on 10 EUR for chip and GPS which will be reimbursed once chip and GPS returned after race. Fee includes all services described in regulations, race pack, post-race pasta party, assistance and aid station supplies along course and transport if necessary back to Monterosso. Limited to 300 participants plus elite invited by organization, entry by lottery participation fee USD 1 based on 1 Euro.

SciaccheTrail 100K: Longer course extending into Val di Vara, 100 km test of strength and athleticism. Cost of registration USD 162 based on 150 EUR. Registration payment includes race services, race pack, assistance. Open to persons 22 years or older at time of registration. Registration opens September 1 and closes March 8 template.

SciaccheTrail Vertical Race: Vertical race dedicated to raising funds for territory, part of registration fee donated to Manarola Foundation to be used for repair and maintenance of dry stone walls of terraced amphitheater. Registration via MySdam at cost USD 27 based on 25 EUR includes gift bag and post-race party. Race starts in Manarola, area with highest concentration of cultivated vineyards.

Walk and Wine Experience: While SciaccheTrail is taking place you can enjoy 3 hour guided trek from Vernazza to Monterosso stopping to visit villages sanctuaries. Cost to join USD 16 based on 15 EUR per person includes break for wine and pasta party. Ideal for non-runners accompanying participants.

Early editions pricing: 2016 registration fee USD 54 based on 50 EUR plus 10 EUR chip deposit, 2017-2019 60 EUR plus 10 EUR deposit, showing stable pricing around USD 65 to USD 76 including deposit, with 100K at USD 162.

Fasen van ticketvrijgave

Pre-registration phase: Pre-registration opens October 1 and closes October 26 for lottery. Link to pre-registration ENDU Iscrizioni online. Lottery participation fee USD 1. All athletes including non-draws from previous 3 consecutive lotteries automatically guaranteed if register again, plus one male and one female per nation automatically guaranteed to encourage many nationalities.

Lottery phase: Lottery takes place November 3 live on social media channels. First 300 people drawn asked to complete registration before midnight November 10. Remaining names placed on waiting list. Non-draws or non-recalled athletes from 2022 2023 and 2024 lotteries 3 consecutive years if registered in lottery for 2025 have automatic right to participate.

Registration phase: Registration opens September 1 2024 and closes March 8 2025 for 2025 template. Payment must be made at time of registration via online service at ENDU. Participants may consult entry status at any time on website ENDU. Registration fee 60 EUR plus 10 EUR deposit for chip and GPS reimbursed once returned after race. For 100K cost 150 EUR. Fee includes all services described in regulations, race pack, post-race pasta party, assistance and aid station supplies.

Refund phase: In event of cancellation of race due to factors beyond control of organization 50 percent of registration fee reimbursed. Full refund possible for cancellations by athlete up until maximum number of registered athletes reached 300. After that no refund, false statements result in forfeiture of registration and full forfeiture of fee paid.

On-site phase: No on-site registration due to lottery limit 300 participants plus elite. Bib distribution at Village, race pack included, pasta party organized by Pro Loco.

VIP- en hospitality-opties

Cantina Cinque Terre hospitality: Course passes inside Cantina Cinque Terre where course passes alongside steel wine barrels and modern winemaking machinery for production of Sciacchetrà, offering unique wine cellar experience for runners.

Sanctuaries hospitality: Route passes through sanctuaries Soviore first sanctuary of Cinque Terre and one of oldest, Reggio with one of oldest cypress trees in Liguria in church square, Montenero, Our Lady of Health in Volastra area with highest concentration of cultivated vineyards. These sanctuaries offer breathtaking views over sea.

Pasta Party hospitality: Famous Pasta Party organized by Pro Loco of Monterosso and Cinque Terre Consortium opens at noon at tensile structure of square waiting for first arrivals, included in registration fee, with local products and wine.

Wine and territory hospitality: Sciacchetrà passito wine sweet and liqueur-like produced from Bosco Albarola Vermentino vines shaped magnificent landscape with terraced vineyards dry stone walls cröse steep paths. More info at sciacchetrail.com. Vertical race donation to Manarola Foundation supports repair and maintenance of dry stone walls.

Village hospitality: SciaccheTrail Village opening at 10 am offers sponsors, local products, wine tasting, community and culture. Monterosso al Mare historic center, Riomaggiore first village, Manarola second village, Corniglia third village, Vernazza fourth village each offer unique hospitality with sea views, terraced vineyards, olive groves.

Stadion- en evenementregels

Organization rules: Association Polisportiva Cinque Terre non-profit amateur sports association organizes Sciacchetrail trail running race along paths of Cinque Terre National Park with start and finish in village of Monterosso al Mare. Regulations drawn up in compliance with guidelines introduced in trail manifesto Morfasso 08.

Eligibility rules: Race open to anyone at least 20 years old at time of registration club members or not for 47K, 22 years or older for 100K. Entries not accepted by athletes serving suspensions for doping in any sport. Sports medical certificate for competitive activity valid for athletics required with expiration not prior to race date, for foreign non-residents module downloadable.

Equipment and autonomy rules: Race course includes challenging segments conditions could be difficult, mountaineering type difficulty not expected although brief segments marked for expert excursionists EE. Proper training and real capacity for personal autonomy essential to success of individual test. Participants may consult entry status at any time on website ENDU.

Qualification and lottery rules: Achieve minimum number of points required 50 points calculated as sum of kilometers and altitude gain divided by 100, for example 47 plus 26 equals 73. Provide qualifying race name distance elevation placement. False statements result in cancellation and complete loss of fee paid. Lottery participation fee 1 Euro, 300 participants chosen through lottery, plus elite invited, automatic right for non-draws 3 consecutive years, one male and one female per nation guaranteed.

Refund and cancellation rules: In event of cancellation due to factors beyond control of organization 50 percent of registration fee reimbursed. Full refund possible for cancellations by athlete up until maximum number reached 300. After maximum reached no refund. Payment must be made at time of registration via online service ENDU.

Hoe kom je daar

Locatie: Monterosso al Mare, Cinque Terre, Province of La Spezia, Liguria, Italy. Start and finish in historic center Piazza Garibaldi or Piazza Tina Anselmi.

Per trein: Cinque Terre Express train connects La Spezia to Monterosso al Mare, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza. From Milan, Genoa, Florence take train to La Spezia then Cinque Terre Express. Monterosso station short walk to historic center and start. Most recommended due to limited parking and protected park.

Met de auto: From Genoa or La Spezia take A12 highway to Carrodano or La Spezia exit then SP370 to Monterosso. Parking limited in Monterosso, especially during event, use parking lots above village or in Levanto then train. Course furthest point west Colle del Telegrafo near Riomaggiore.

Per veerboot: Ferry from La Spezia, Portovenere, Lerici to Monterosso, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Manarola operates seasonally. Offers scenic approach with view of terraced vineyards.

Per vliegtuig: Closest airports Genoa, Pisa, Florence. From airports train to La Spezia then Cinque Terre Express. Many international runners combine race with wine tour of Sciacchetrà and Cinque Terre villages.

Local movement: Historic center walkable, start Piazza Garibaldi, Village at 10 am, Pasta Party at tensile structure, finish line in Monterosso final village, coastal blue trail connecting villages.

Openbaar vervoer & parkeren

Openbaar vervoer: Cinque Terre Express train is main transport, connects all villages Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore with La Spezia. On race weekend extra services may be organized. Within village walking best as historic center small and closed to traffic during starts and finishes. Bus services connect Monterosso to Soviore sanctuary, Levanto, and Colle del Telegrafo area.

Parkeren: Parking areas located above Monterosso historic center, limited spaces, early arrival recommended. Alternative parking in Levanto large parking with train to Monterosso 5 minutes. For Volastra, Groppo, Manarola, parking in respective villages limited. Race course uses old mule paths and single tracks not accessible by car.

Race logistics: Course may be modified, road book downloadable, Garmin adventures track available. Aid stations along course through sanctuaries, with transport if necessary back to Monterosso included in fee. Chip and GPS deposit 10 EUR reimbursed once returned after race.

Sustainable option: Given Cinque Terre National Park protected area and terraced vineyards with dry stone walls, carpooling and train encouraged. Some accommodations offer shuttle to start and finish. Walk and Wine trek from Vernazza to Monterosso uses train for return.

Accessibility of start finish: Start address Piazza Garibaldi historic center, finish Monterosso al Mare final village, Village at 10 am, Pasta Party at noon, coordinates near sea level 2m min to 779m max.

Accommodatiegebieden

Monterosso al Mare: Most convenient walking distance to Piazza Garibaldi start and finish and Village, Pasta Party at tensile structure. Hotels, B&Bs, agriturismi among terraced vineyards offer sea views, some inside historic center. 11th edition held in March low season offers better availability.

Vernazza and Corniglia: Villages on course, Vernazza 4th Cinque Terre village, Corniglia 3rd village on hilltop with views over sea, offering guesthouses and agriturismi among vineyards over sea, ideal for experiencing coastal blue trail and finish line approach.

Manarola and Volastra: Manarola second village, Volastra hamlet with Sanctuary of Our Lady of Health area with highest concentration of cultivated vineyards which best describes Cinque Terre, offering farm stays among terraced vineyards, ideal for experiencing vineyards of Corniolo, Groppo hamlet and Cantina Cinque Terre.

Riomaggiore and Groppo: Riomaggiore first village of Cinque Terre after Colle del Telegrafo descent to Sanctuary of Montenero, Groppo hamlet inside Cantina Cinque Terre where course passes alongside steel wine barrels, offering accommodation among vineyards and modern winemaking.

Levanto and La Spezia: Larger towns outside park offering wider hotel choice, train connections to Monterosso 5 to 15 minutes, perfect for international participants wanting amenities and thermal recovery after race. Levanto parking large with train to Monterosso.

Booking tip: March is low season for Cinque Terre due to early spring, but SciaccheTrail 10th anniversary and 11th edition attract quarter foreign athletes 28 nationalities, so book early especially for properties offering race packages with entry, gift bag and post-race party. More info at sciacchetrail.com.

Eten en drinken op de locatie

Included pasta party: Famous Pasta Party organized by Pro Loco of Monterosso and Cinque Terre Consortium opens at noon at tensile structure of square waiting for first arrivals, included in registration fee. Fee includes all services described in regulations, race pack, post-race pasta party, assistance and aid station supplies along course and transport if necessary back to Monterosso.

Race pack contents: Race pack included, gift bag for Vertical race includes gift bag and post-race party, Walk and Wine includes break for wine and pasta party. Course passes inside Cantina Cinque Terre alongside steel wine barrels and modern winemaking machinery for production of Sciacchetrà passito wine sweet and liqueur-like from Bosco Albarola Vermentino vines.

Local gastronomy: Cinque Terre offers Sciacchetrà passito wine, white wines Bosco Albarola Vermentino, anchovies from Monterosso, trofie al pesto, farinata, focaccia, olive oil from terraced olive groves. Restaurants in Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola serve fresh seafood and local products.

Aid station supplies: Assistance and aid station supplies along course, with breathtaking views over sea, through mediterranean shrub, terraced vineyards, dry stone walls, cröse steep paths. Participants need proper training and autonomy.

Wine and territory hospitality: Part of registration fee for Vertical Race donated to Manarola Foundation to be used for repair and maintenance of dry stone walls of extraordinary terraced amphitheater, promoting wine culture of Cinque Terre through outdoor recreation and informed consumption choices directed at maintenance of territory and marginal economy.

Toegankelijkheid

Course accessibility: Trail course 47 km over 3000m elevation gain with challenging segments, brief segments marked for expert excursionists EE, steep stairways to vineyards of Corniolo, single track through terraced vineyards, old mule track bordered by olive groves, not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. Mountaineering type difficulty not expected but proper training essential.

Venue accessibility: Piazza Garibaldi historic center cobblestoned medieval square partially accessible with assistance, Village at 10 am accessible, Pasta Party at tensile structure accessible, finish line in Monterosso final village accessible. Train station Monterosso accessible with elevators.

Inclusive options: Walk and Wine 3 hour guided trek from Vernazza to Monterosso stopping to visit villages sanctuaries includes break for wine and pasta party, cost 15 EUR per person, allowing non-runners to enjoy course. Vertical race shorter distance with donation to territory.

Support services: Assistance and aid station supplies along course, transport if necessary back to Monterosso included in fee, chip and GPS deposit reimbursed once returned, medical assistance, race pack, post-race pasta party.

Family friendly: Children and families can enjoy SciaccheTrail Village, cheer for athletes, follow updates on Sciacchetrail Cinque Terre Ultra Trail, enjoy unique atmosphere, join arrival in Monterosso, experience wine tasting, sanctuaries, villages, nature and communities.

Beste wedstrijden/evenementen om bij te wonen

SciaccheTrail 47K: Traditional ultra trail heart of event 47 km over 3000m elevation starting in Piazza Garibaldi historic center after passing seafront first ascent climbs promontory Punta Mesco dominating view over gulf of Cinque Terre, up and down single track to Colle di Gritta views coastline southeast and Levanto northwest, short asphalt intersecting old mule path to Soviore first sanctuary, single track through mediterranean shrub breathtaking views over sea descending to Reggio sanctuary with oldest cypress in Liguria, via Drignana to Alta Via highest point Monte Malpertuso 750m to Colle del Telegrafo furthest west, descend to Sanctuary Montenero then Riomaggiore first village, steep stairway to vineyards Corniolo single track to Groppo hamlet inside Cantina Cinque Terre alongside steel wine barrels, descend to Manarola second village, steep stairway single track through terraced vineyards to Volastra and Sanctuary Our Lady of Health area with highest concentration of cultivated vineyards, single track through vineyards over sea to Corniglia third village, coastal blue trail through Vernazza fourth village to finish Monterosso final village. Best for trail runners seeking authentic Cinque Terre wine paths.

SciaccheTrail 100K: Longer course extending into Val di Vara providing true test of strength and athleticism, 100 km test, cost 150 EUR, open to 22 years or older, registration September to March, for those wanting to explore area just behind Cinque Terre with nature and history, nature and history, first time participants also explore Val di Vara.

SciaccheTrail Vertical Race: Vertical race dedicated to raising funds for concrete projects to safeguard territory, part of fee donated to Manarola Foundation for repair and maintenance of dry stone walls of extraordinary terraced amphitheater, promoting wine culture through outdoor recreation, cost 25 EUR includes gift bag and post-race party, ideal for those wanting shorter intense climb among terraced vineyards.

Walk and Wine: While SciaccheTrail taking place you can enjoy 3 hour guided trek from Vernazza to Monterosso stopping along way to visit villages sanctuaries, cost 15 EUR includes break for wine and pasta party, ideal for accompanying persons, non-runners, wine lovers wanting to blend with landscape where human activities intertwined with nature.

Pasta Party and Village: Famous Pasta Party organized by Pro Loco and Cinque Terre Consortium opening at noon waiting for first arrivals, Village opening at 10 am, transforming landscape of Cinque Terre into large open-air route of sport community and culture, celebrating 11th edition.

Hoogtepunten van het voorgaande jaar

10th anniversary celebration: SciaccheTrail 2026 celebrated tenth anniversary on trails of Parco Nazionale delle Cinque Terre from March 20 to 22 transforming landscape into large open-air route of sport community and culture, trail running means running on natural paths with elevation changes crossing vineyards hills and terraces.

International diversity: In 2025 quarter of athletes foreign representing 28 different nationalities with notable female participation rate 21 percent, France hotspot 62 participants along with 13 Germans and 12 British, competitors from across Americas including United States Canada Mexico Venezuela and for first time Uruguay Ecuador and Venezuela, Australians return and Japanese participants make debut, showing growing international appeal.

Wine and territory focus: Stars of day paths and vineyards of Sciacchetrà passito wine sweet and liqueur-like produced from Bosco Albarola Vermentino vines shaped magnificent landscape with terraced vineyards dry stone walls cröse steep paths climbing up hills and centuries-old labour, for first time participants also explored Val di Vara with its nature and history.

Community support: Many ways to show support for Sciacchetrail including participate in Walk and Wine plus Pasta Party on Saturday March 24 3 hour guided trek from Vernazza to Monterosso stopping to visit villages sanctuaries cost 15 EUR includes break for wine, cheer for athletes follow updates on Sciacchetrail Cinque Terre Ultra Trail enjoy unique atmosphere and join arrival in Monterosso, photo credit Sciacchetrail.

Nalatenschap: Organized by Polisportiva Cinque Terre non-profit, event combines sport and solidarity with Vertical Race donation to Manarola Foundation, promoting wine culture through outdoor recreation and informed consumption choices directed at maintenance of territory and marginal economy, preserving extraordinary terraced amphitheater.

Officiële tickets

Official website and registration: Official site https://www.sciacchetrail.com/ with road book downloadable, Garmin adventures track, ENDU online enrollment link. Registration opens September 1 and closes March 8 template, pre-registration opens October 1 closes October 26, lottery November 3 live on social media, first 300 drawn asked to complete registration before midnight November 10, remaining on waiting list. Contact via site.

What official ticket includes: All services described in regulations, race pack, post-race pasta party, assistance and aid station supplies along course and transport if necessary back to Monterosso. For Vertical race gift bag and post-race party includes, for Walk and Wine break for wine and pasta party includes. Chip and GPS deposit reimbursed once returned after race.

Pricing from previous editions: 2016 fee USD 54 based on 50 EUR plus 10 EUR chip deposit, 2017 to 2019 fee USD 65 based on 60 EUR plus 10 EUR deposit, 2025 47K fee similar 60 EUR plus 10 EUR deposit total USD 76 including deposit, 100K cost USD 162 based on 150 EUR, Vertical USD 27 based on 25 EUR, Walk and Wine USD 16 based on 15 EUR.

Transfer and refund policy: In event of cancellation due to factors beyond control 50 percent reimbursed, full refund possible for cancellations by athlete up until maximum number reached 300, after maximum reached no refund, false statements result in forfeiture and full forfeiture of fee. Non-draws 3 consecutive years automatic right, one male and one female per nation guaranteed.

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