Coor sota ul Cistela
The non-competitive walk through the trails and hamlets of Baceno
About Coor sota ul Cistela
A walk through the trails of Baceno
Coor sota ul Cistela is a non-competitive walk open to everyone, taking place in Baceno, a small town in the Val d'Ossola in the province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola (VB), in the heart of the Alpine Piedmont. The name, in the local Ossolan dialect, refers to the run that winds "under the Cistella," the peak that dominates the entire valley. The event guides participants along ancient paths and characteristic mule tracks that connect the village's hamlets, immersed in the lush green woods and typical vistas of this corner of the Upper Ossola.
An event for the whole community
More than just a race, Coor sota ul Cistela is a moment of celebration and togetherness for the Baceno community. The initiative particularly involves local schools: students, teachers, and parents participate together, creating a day that combines sport, landscape discovery, and team spirit. For this reason, the event is linked to the Claudio Bernardini Memorial Trophy, awarded to the school that achieves the best result, in memory of a figure dear to the community.
Two routes for everyone
The walk offers two routes of varying length and difficulty, so that everyone can choose the one best suited to their needs: from children and families to the most trained hikers who love the mountains. The meeting point and registration traditionally take place at the Baceno sports field, the start and finish point of the event.
Baceno and the Val d'Ossola
Participating in Coor sota ul Cistela is also an opportunity to discover Baceno and its territory, a gateway to the Antigorio Valley and Alpe Devero, in a setting of great Alpine charm. The organization is handled by the Primary School Parents' Committee together with the Pro Loco and the Municipality of Baceno, who renew this late-April appointment every year.
Coor sota ul Cistela — edition 2026
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Baceno hosted a new edition of Coor sota ul Cistela, the non-competitive walk that brings the ancient paths and mule tracks of the Val d'Ossola to life every spring, under the profile of Monte Cistella.
As per tradition, the Baceno sports field served as the meeting point for registration, start, and finish. Participants were able to choose between the two proposed routes, suitable for both children and families as well as more experienced hikers. The event confirmed its vocation as a community celebration, with the involvement of local schools.
Programme Coor sota ul Cistela 2026
Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Meeting point and registration at the Baceno sports field
- Start of the non-competitive walk
- Two routes to choose from, of varying length and difficulty, along trails and hamlets
- Involvement of schools with the awarding of the Claudio Bernardini Memorial Trophy
Full details of times and routes are communicated by the organizers on the official channels of the Municipality and the Pro Loco of Baceno in the days preceding the event.
Highlights Coor sota ul Cistela 2026
- Two routes through the trails and hamlets of Baceno
- Walk suitable for adults and children
- Claudio Bernardini Memorial Trophy reserved for schools
- Alpine setting of the Val d'Ossola under Monte Cistella
Prices Coor sota ul Cistela 2026
Practical information — Coor sota ul Cistela
Where
Meeting point, registration, start, and finish at the sports field of Baceno (VB), in Val d'Ossola, Piedmont.
How to get there
Baceno can be reached via the SS33 Sempione road as far as Crodo and Baceno, in the Antigorio Valley. The nearest train station is Domodossola, from where you can continue by car or local transport.
Registration and fees
The walk is open to everyone, adults and children alike. Participation is free; registration takes place on the day at the sports field. For information: [email protected] or [email protected].
Tips
We recommend comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for mountain trails. In case of bad weather, the event may be postponed: please check for updates on the official channels of the Municipality and the Pro Loco.
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Where does it take place — Coor sota ul Cistela
Campo sportivo di Baceno
Campo sportivo di Baceno, Via Rivera 1, 28861 Baceno