Collina dello Sport Trophy
Youth mountain running in the hills of Villadossola
About Collina dello Sport Trophy
A youth athletics festival in the heart of the Ossola Valley
The Collina dello Sport Trophy is one of the most anticipated events in the Piedmontese youth mountain running calendar. It takes place in Villadossola, in the heart of the Val d'Ossola, in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, attracting hundreds of young athletes from all over Piedmont and beyond every year. The event is organized by the historic local club ASD GS Genzianella under the aegis of the Italian Athletics Federation (FIDAL), with the support of the Piedmont Regional Committee and the VCO Provincial Committee.
A spectacular, all-dirt course
The race is run entirely within the Collina dello Sport in Villadossola, on a course that does not feature a single meter of asphalt. With a total elevation gain of about 300 meters, the track winds through meadows and trails in a natural setting that has captivated athletes and spectators alike over the years. Distances vary by category: from about 400 meters for the youngest 'Esordienti' to 4,800 meters for the 'Allievi' category, including 1,500 meters for the 'Ragazzi' and 2,900 to 3,800 meters for the 'Cadetti'.
An event valid for multiple championships
The Trophy is more than just a local race; it is a significant stop on the regional calendar. The event awards the Piedmontese Individual Youth Championship for the Allievi, Cadetti, and Ragazzi categories (both boys and girls) and serves as the first leg of the Youth Club Championship, the ECO GIÃ’ Trophy, and the VCO Provincial Championship.
- Categories from Esordienti to Allievi, boys and girls
- Entirely unpaved course on the Collina dello Sport
- Valid for the Piedmontese Youth Championship
- Prizes for the top eight finishers in each category
- Timing, refreshment point, and bar service at the finish line
The spirit of Genzianella
Behind the organization lies the passion of ASD GS Genzianella, a club deeply rooted in the Ossola territory and always committed to promoting athletics among the youth. The 2026 edition, the fourth in the Trophy's history, confirmed the event's success with a record-breaking turnout, proving it has become a staple in the sports calendar of Northern Piedmont.
Collina dello Sport Trophy — edition 2026
The 4th edition of the Collina dello Sport Trophy took place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Villadossola, with a meeting time at 1:30 PM and the start of the races at 3:00 PM. The event, organized by ASD GS Genzianella under the aegis of FIDAL, awarded the Piedmontese Individual Youth Championship and opened the season for the ECO GIÃ’ Trophy and the VCO provincial championships.
On the entirely unpaved course of the Collina dello Sport, with about 300 meters of elevation gain, categories ranging from Esordienti to Allievi competed over distances between 400 and 4,800 meters. The day, blessed by the participation of hundreds of athletes, was hailed as one of the most successful in the Trophy's history.
Programme Collina dello Sport Trophy 2026
Meeting point: 1:30 PM at the Collina dello Sport
Race start: 3:00 PM
- Esordienti 2021/2022: approx. 400 m
- Esordienti 2019/2020 and 2017/2018: approx. 600 m
- Esordienti 2015/2016: approx. 800 m
- Ragazzi/e 2013/2014: approx. 1,500 m
- Cadetti/e 2011/2012: approx. 2,900 m and 3,800 m
- Allievi/e 2009/2010: approx. 3,800 m and 4,800 m
Award ceremony at the end of the races in the finish area.
Highlights Collina dello Sport Trophy 2026
- Piedmontese Individual Youth Championship
- 1st leg of the ECO GIÃ’ Trophy and VCO Provincial Championship
- Entirely unpaved course, 300 m elevation gain
- Prizes for the top 8 in each category, equal prize for all Esordienti
Prices Collina dello Sport Trophy 2026
Practical information — Collina dello Sport Trophy
How to get there
Villadossola can be reached by car via the A26 Voltri-Gravellona Toce motorway, continuing along the Sempione state road (SS33) towards Domodossola; take the Villadossola exit. By train, the town is served by the Domodossola-Milan line, with a stop at the Villadossola station.
Registration fees
Esordienti: 3.00 euros; Ragazzi, Cadetti, and Allievi categories: 5.00 euros. Registration via your sports club's online platform.
Services
Timing, a refreshment point at the finish line, a bar, and restrooms are available on-site.
Contact
ASD GS Genzianella, Via Beura 1, 28844 Villadossola (VB). Organizing manager: Daniele Frattini, tel. +39 333 3142100, email [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Collina dello Sport Trophy
Collina dello Sport
Via Beura 1, 28844 Villadossola