Lavaredo 80K
It's the only race of the event that doesn't start from Cortina, but from Val Marzon/Auronzo di Cadore and finishing in the center of Cortina. A true journey through the heart of the Dolomites, with a spectacular passage beneath the Tre Cime di Lavaredo.
Lavaredo 80K
7th edition
27 June 2026 07 a.m.
80 km 4,600 m+
Time limit: 22 hours
Starting line: Val Marzon Auronzo di Cadore
Finishing line: Corso Italia, Cortina d'Ampezzo
It's the only race of the event that doesn't start from Cortina, starting from Val Marzon/Auronzo di Cadore and finishing in the center of Cortina. A true journey through the heart of the Dolomites, with a spectacular passage beneath the north faces of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo.
Having animals accompany participating athletes is strictly prohibited and will lead to immediate disqualification.
To collect race bibs, athletes must come in person with a valid ID.
Race bibs will be handed to registered athletes only.
Delegating this task to others is not allowed.
Olympic Ice Stadium, via Alberto Bonacossa 1, Cortina d'Ampezzo
Friday 26 June
10 am - 7 pm
Each athlete will receive a bag with their bib number in which to place a change of clothes to find at the arrival in Cortina.
Athletes must place the number card they received with their bib number on the bag. The bags must be handed in between 6.00 am and 6.30 am on Saturday 27 in Auronzo/Val Marzon, at the start of the race.
Only bags provided by the Organizers will be transported back to Cortina.
Bags may be collected between 4 pm on Saturday 27 June and (no later than) 12 noon on Sunday 28 June upon presentation of the bib number at the Olympic Ice Stadium, via Alberto Bonacossa 1, Cortina d’Ampezzo, where showers will be available.
Under no circumstances will the Organizers send uncollected bags to athletes’ residences. Bags that are not collected by the deadline will be immediately destroyed for hygienic reasons. Athletes are advised not to place objects of value in their bags. In any case, the Organizers accept no liability for any theft, loss or damage to bags or their contents.
After the arrival in Cortina, shower and changing rooms will be available at the Olympic Ice Stadium (via Bonacossa 1, Cortina d'Ampezzo), where bags can be collected from 4:00 pm on Saturday, June 27 until 12:00 pm on Sunday, June 28, upon presentation of the race bib.
To address all the different possible climatic conditions on the day of the race, at their sole discretion and on the basis of the weather forecast provided by the competent body, the Organizers may modify the list of mandatory equipment. Any changes may be communicated up to 12 hours before the start of the race, therefore all athletes are advised to have all the mandatory equipment.
- race backpack to carry mandatory equipment
- long sleeved sweater
- long trousers or tights
- hat or bandana
- warm and waterproof gloves
- water reserve of at least 1 litre
- beaker of minimum 15 cl
- race bib number visible during the entire duration of the race
- emergency thermal blanket (min. 2.00 m x 1.40)
- whistle
- cell phone switched on with emergency numbers stored
- waterproof jacket with an integrated hood, made with a waterproof membrane like Goretex with minimum 10,000 Schmerber, designed to withstand bad weather in the mountains. (It is the runner's responsibility to bring a jacket that respects these criteria. In case of a check during the race, the steward or judge will decide if the jacket respects the criteria outlined in the official race regulations)
- headlamp with spare batteries or two headlamps with batteries
- footwear appropriate for running on Dolomite terrain (stones, rocks, gravel)
- to reduce plastic consumption, disposable tableware (cutlery, beakers, plates, bowls) will not be handed out at refreshment stations or life bases, thus athletes must bring their own cutlery and containers if they wish to eat hot/cold food
- energy bars or solid food
- at least 20€ to buy food in the Alpine huts if necessary
- elastic bandages for dressings
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
- waterproof trousers
- mineral salts
- sunglasses
- warm long-sleeved sweatshirt
- sunscreen
- a third layer (fleece, quilted jacket etc.) in case of particularly cold weather
Trekking poles are permitted
Athletes are required to run in semi-autonomy and must carry at least one liter of liquid.
Assistance to athletes from family members or team members is only permitted in some refreshment stations, in the designated areas and with the agreement of the head of the refreshment station. Athletes may avail of assistance from only one person each.
There are 5 refreshment stations along the route:
| REFRESHMENT STATIONS | ASSISTANCE |
|---|---|
| Cimabanche (26th km) | ALLOWED |
| Malga Ra Stua (35th km) | PROHIBITED |
| Rifugio Col Gallina (56th km) | ALLOWED |
| Passo Giau (63rd km) | PROHIBITED |
| Rifugio Croda da Lago (71st km) | PROHIBITED |
Only one assistant per athlete may access the area solely once the athlete has arrived.
There are also two water points:
• Val di Cengia (8th km)
• Malga Travenanzes (49th km)
Only athletes with a visible race bib number will have access to refreshment stations.
Food and drinks will be served by refreshment station personnel. Rubbish must be placed in the appropriate containers.
At the finish line there will be another refreshment station; it will also be possible to have a hot meal at the Olympic Ice Stadium, via Alberto Bonacossa 1, Cortina d'Ampezzo.
There are several fountains along the route where athletes can refill their water supply. Any purchase of food and liquids in the mountain shelters is at the athletes’ own expense.
To reduce plastic consumption, disposable tableware (cutlery, beakers, plates, bowls) will not be handed out at refreshment stations or life bases, thus athletes must bring their own cutlery and containers if they wish to eat hot/cold food.
