Appennino Montana Crest 100 Miles
The 155 km ultratrail along the ridge of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, from Corniglio to Lizzano in Belvedere
About Montana Crest 100 Miles
A 155-kilometer Apennine crossing
The Montana Crest 100 Miles is the new mountain ultramarathon that, in June 2026, debuts on the long ridge of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines. Organized by A.S.D. Lupi d'Appennino – the Corniglio association already known for the historic The Abbot's Way – the race offers a course of approximately 155 km with 8,500 meters of positive elevation gain, to be tackled autonomously and in a single stage. The start is set from Corniglio, in the Province of Parma, and the finish in Lizzano in Belvedere, in the Province of Bologna, after touching some of the most scenic passes of the watershed.
The route, almost entirely off-road
The course develops almost entirely on trails and off-road, along single tracks, Apennine ridges, and forest roads, crossing four protected areas between national and regional parks. It is a "ridge" route in the truest sense of the term, requiring experience, navigation skills (GPS is mandatory), and solid long-distance preparation.
- Prato Spilla — km 38
- Cerreto Laghi — km 58
- Passo Pradarena — km 68
- Passo delle Radici — km 92
- Lago Santo Modenese — km 107
- Passo dell'Abetone — km 117
- Le Polle locality (ski slopes) — km 137
- Lizzano in Belvedere — finish — km 155
A test for a few
The Montana Crest is not a race for everyone: the number of bibs is limited and registration requires a race curriculum of at least 90 km in recent years. Along the route, competitors will find numerous food and drink aid stations, while personal assistance with support vehicles is provided at permitted points. The maximum time to complete the entire crossing is 46 hours.
Competitive value
The first edition is included in the national IUTA (Italian UltraMarathon and Trail Association) calendar and is valid as a race for the 15th IUTA UltraTrail Grand Prix and as the 2026 IUTA Italian Championship for the Ultra XL category. For the territory of the upper Parma Apennines and Emilia-Romagna, the event represents a significant sporting showcase, capable of attracting ultratrailers from all over Italy to one of the most fascinating mountain landscapes in the region.
Montana Crest 100 Miles — edition 2026
The first edition of the Montana Crest 100 Miles takes place from June 12 to 14, 2026, with the start on Friday the 12th at 6:00 AM from Corniglio (PR) and the finish in Lizzano in Belvedere (BO). The course measures approximately 155 km for 8,500 m of positive elevation gain, to be completed in a single stage within a maximum of 46 hours.
The edition is included in the national IUTA calendar as a race for the 15th IUTA UltraTrail Grand Prix and as the 2026 IUTA Italian Championship for the Ultra XL category.
Programme Montana Crest 100 Miles 2026
Thursday, June 11, 2026 — Corniglio
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM — Bib collection and mandatory gear check
- From 8:00 PM — Pasta Party in Piazza del Castello di Corniglio
Friday, June 12, 2026 — start
- 5:00 AM - 5:40 AM — Bib collection (last window)
- 6:00 AM — Start from Corniglio (PR)
Route and checkpoints
- Prato Spilla — km 38
- Cerreto Laghi — km 58
- Passo Pradarena — km 68
- Passo delle Radici — km 92
- Lago Santo Modenese — km 107 (cut-off time: 30 hours)
- Passo dell'Abetone — km 117 (cut-off time: 34 hours, exit by 35 hours)
- Le Polle locality (ski slopes) — km 137
- Finish in Lizzano in Belvedere (BO) — km 155 (maximum time 46 hours, with final refreshment, showers, rest, and changing at the Palazzetto dello Sport)
The course is almost entirely off-road, on single tracks, Apennine ridges, and forest roads, crossing national and regional parks. GPS mandatory.
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Practical information — Montana Crest 100 Miles
How to get there
Corniglio is located in the upper Val Parma, in the Parma Apennines. By car from Parma, take the SS665 "Massese" south for about 45 km. The nearest train station is Parma, connected to the national network; from there, continue by car or public bus towards the mountains.
Bib collection and start
Bib collection and mandatory gear check take place in Corniglio on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and on Friday, June 12, from 5:00 AM to 5:40 AM. The start is at 6:00 AM from Corniglio. A Pasta Party is scheduled for Thursday evening in Piazza del Castello.
Tips
Mandatory gear and GPS are essential. Given the altitude and the Apennine passes, pack clothing for variable weather conditions, even in June. At the finish in Lizzano in Belvedere, there will be a final refreshment, showers, and changing facilities.
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Where does it take place — Montana Crest 100 Miles
Crinale appenninico tosco-emiliano (Corniglio - Lizzano in Belvedere)
Piazza del Castello, 43021 Corniglio