The La Sportiva Lavaredo Ultra Trail brings together thousands of runners in Cortina d'Ampezzo for a journey through one of the most stunning mountain landscapes on Earth. With distances ranging from 20 km to 120 km, the flagship race crosses 5,800 meters of elevation gain beneath the iconic three towers of Lavaredo at dawn.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, the "Queen of the Dolomites" and host of the 2026 Winter Olympics, provides the stage for one of the most prestigious trail running events in the UTMB World Series. The courses wind through a UNESCO World Heritage landscape of pale limestone spires, deep green valleys, and high alpine passes where the rock glows pink and gold at sunrise. Every turn reveals a new postcard: sheer cliff faces, mirror still mountain lakes, and meadows dotted with refugios that have sheltered travelers for centuries.
The crown jewel is the Lavaredo 120K, a nocturnal start that sends runners climbing through the darkness toward the legendary Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Reaching those three iconic towers as the first light breaks over the Dolomites is a moment that stays with you forever. The 5,800 meters of cumulative elevation gain demand serious fitness, with technical rocky sections, steep scree descents, and exposed ridgelines testing every skill in a trail runner's arsenal.
Shorter distances like the Cortina Trail (48 km) and the Lavaredo 50K offer a perfect introduction to Dolomite trail running without compromising on scenery. Whether you are chasing UTMB qualifying points or simply seeking one of the most beautiful courses in world trail running, the Lavaredo Ultra Trail delivers an experience that is equal parts athletic challenge and alpine wonder.
Cortina d'Ampezzo , ITA |
24 Jun - Jun 28, 2026