TRACK PROFILES MARCIALONGA RUNNING
Two distances – the same magical experience
Marcialonga Running offers two distances that allow participants to experience the spectacular landscape of the Dolomites in their own way and at their own pace. You can choose between a half marathon of 21.1 km and the longer distance of 26.5 km, both along the classic Marcialonga route through Val di Fassa and Val di Fiemme.
The 21.1 km half marathon is suitable for runners who want to combine performance and experience in an accessible and rhythmic run through the valley, ending in Masi di Cavalese, just before the iconic finish in Cavalese. The 26.5 km distance, on the other hand, offers a more complete Marcialonga experience and continues all the way to the classic finish line in Cavalese – well known from the legendary Marcialonga ski race.
No matter which distance you choose, you can look forward to a nature-filled running experience where the course winds through alpine villages, open landscapes, and along the Avisio River, surrounded by dramatic mountain views and an atmosphere that is unique to Marcialonga. Here, the race is not just about kilometers and times, but about the feeling of movement through a living alpine landscape where tradition, community, and experience take center stage.
Marcialonga Running – 26.5 km | Moena to Cavalese
The longer distance is the main race and follows the entire classic Marcialonga route to the iconic finish line in Cavalese. Here you get a complete experience of the Val di Fassa and Val di Fiemme valleys, where the landscape gradually changes from open alpine meadows to wooded areas and lively villages.
The first few kilometers are rhythmic and fast, making it easy to find your stride. Towards the end, a more challenging finish awaits, giving the race character and creating an extra strong feeling when you reach the finish line in Cavalese, surrounded by spectators, music, and a genuine Italian race atmosphere.
The 26.5 km distance is suitable for runners looking for more than just a race – a physical journey through the Dolomites where every kilometer builds up to a memorable finish.
As you approach Cavalese, the atmosphere along the course changes. The crowd thickens, the sound of the announcer and music can be heard in the distance, and your steps become lighter despite tired legs. For many, this is a moment they already recognize from the winter classic Marcialonga on skis—the iconic finish line where emotions, achievement, and tradition come together.
Running toward the finish line in Cavalese is therefore about more than distance and time. It is the feeling of experiencing the same finish that thousands of skiers have experienced before you, but in the warm Alpine air of late summer. A moment that lingers long after the medal has been hung around your neck.
Marcialonga Running 26.5 km – Facts
Start: Moena
Destination: Cavalese
Distance: 26.5 km
Surface: Asphalt and bike path
Course type: Slightly hilly course with a more challenging finish
Suitable for: Runners who want to run the entire Marcialonga route
Experience: A complete cross-country skiing experience through Val di Fassa and Val di Fiemme, finishing in Cavalese.
Half marathon – 21.1 km | Moena to Masi di Cavalese
The half marathon distance is the perfect choice for runners who want to combine a sporting challenge with an enjoyable experience in an alpine setting. The race starts in charming Moena, where runners quickly find their rhythm along the beautiful cycle path that follows the Avisio River through the valley.
The course is easy to run and varied, with gently undulating sections that make it accessible even for recreational runners without losing the feel of a real alpine race. Along the way, you will pass traditional villages, green meadows, and spectator zones where Italian enthusiasm creates an energetic atmosphere all the way to the finish line in Masi di Cavalese.
This is the distance for those who want to experience the Marcialonga feeling at a pace that allows for both performance and nature to take center stage.
Along the half marathon route, the feeling grows step by step as the landscape of the Dolomites opens up around you. You run through small alpine villages, along the babbling Avisio River, and are met by the encouragement of the crowd, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere. The pace becomes natural, almost meditative, as the running and the surroundings merge together.
The half marathon ends in Masi di Cavalese, just before the iconic finish line up towards Cavalese, which is well known from the Marcialonga ski race. This makes the distance a perfect option for those who want to experience the Marcialonga spirit and the scenic route, but in a slightly more accessible format.
Half marathon 21.1 km – Facts
Start: Moena
Destination: Masi di Cavalese
Distance: 21.1 km
Surface: Asphalt and bike path
Body type: Slightly hilly and light-footed
Suitable for: Exercisers and runners who want to combine performance with experience
Experience: Scenic running along the Avisio River through Val di Fassa and Val di Fiemme