Lavaredo Ultra Trail is a 120km ultra marathon in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Distance: 120km. Elevation: 5,850m D+. Difficulty: challenging (Challenge Rating 56/100). DNF rate: 20%. Time limit: 30h. Surface: trail. Established 2007.
Lavaredo Ultra Trail
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Veneto, Italy
"120km through the Dolomites — past the iconic Three Peaks, WWI trenches, and alpine meadows."
One of the most visually stunning ultra trail races in the world — a loop through the Dolomites' most dramatic peaks.
The Course
A loop through the stunning Dolomites, passing the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks). The course winds through alpine meadows, World War I trenches, and dramatic mountain passes with views of the Dolomite peaks.
mountainous
loop
9
2,340m
5
Runner Experience
UTMB-standard aid stations with hot food, drinks, medical support, and drop bag access at major checkpoints.
A legendary finish line atmosphere. Lavaredo Ultra Trail is a bucket-list race with celebrations that match its reputation.
Race Day Weather
12°C
2° – 20°
55%
40%
Late June Dolomite weather — warm in valleys, cold at passes. Afternoon thunderstorms common.
Stats & Records
2007
800
20:00:00
10:48:00
François D'Haene (2017)
13:28:00
Ragna Debats (2018)
Entry
€190
October
days
Lore & Trivia
The Lavaredo Ultra Trail circles the Tre Cime di Lavaredo — three massive Dolomite pillars that are among the most photographed mountains in the Alps. But the race's resonance goes deeper than scenery. These peaks were the front line of World War I, where Italian and Austro-Hungarian soldiers fought in tunnels carved into vertical rock faces at 2,500m. Runners pass through those tunnels, over those ridges, past the stone remains of trenches. The race connects ultrarunning to a century of mountain history — beauty forged in terrible violence, now reclaimed by athletes who choose the suffering.
- ▸ The Tre Cime di Lavaredo are among the most photographed mountains in the Alps.
- ▸ The course passes through World War I tunnels carved into vertical rock faces.
- ▸ Part of the UTMB World Series — a major qualifier for Chamonix.
- ▸ 120km with 5,850m of elevation gain through the Dolomites.
- ▸ The Dolomite rock turns pink at sunset — "enrosadira" — visible from the ridges.
- ▸ Italian mountain huts (rifugi) along the course serve espresso and polenta to runners.
- ▸ The race starts in Cortina d'Ampezzo — the host city for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
- ▸ Founded in 2007 and rapidly became one of the most prestigious trail ultras in Europe.
You run through tunnels where soldiers fought and died a century ago. The Dolomites remember everything.
Notable Editions
Kilian's Coronation
Kilian Jornet won Lavaredo Ultra Trail in dominant fashion, cementing the race as one of Europe's great mountain ultras. His fluid running through the Dolomite ridges — terrain that most runners walk — was a masterclass in mountain movement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Lavaredo Ultra Trail? +
Lavaredo Ultra Trail is a 120km (120km) ultra marathon with 5,850m of elevation gain. The course is loop on trail terrain.
How hard is Lavaredo Ultra Trail? +
Lavaredo Ultra Trail is rated challenging with a Challenge Rating of 56/100 (Challenging). The DNF rate is 20%. Runners have 30 hours to finish.
How do I enter Lavaredo Ultra Trail? +
ITRA qualification required. UTMB World Series event.. Entry costs €190.
What is the weather like at Lavaredo Ultra Trail? +
Average temperature is 12°C (range 2°C to 20°C) with 55% humidity and a 40% chance of rain. Late June Dolomite weather — warm in valleys, cold at passes. Afternoon thunderstorms common.
Are crew and pacers allowed at Lavaredo Ultra Trail? +
Crew access is allowed. Pacers are not allowed. Mandatory gear is required.
What is the course record for Lavaredo Ultra Trail? +
The men's course record is 10:48:00 set by François D'Haene in 2017. The women's course record is 13:28:00 set by Ragna Debats in 2018.
What is the average finish time for Lavaredo Ultra Trail? +
The average finish time is 20:00:00. About 800 runners finish each year. The DNF rate is 20%.
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