Montemezzo Vertical
Edition 2026 Hiking Mountain Sport

Montemezzo Vertical

The charity vertical race above Lake Como

Montemezzo — Como (013)
Dates 17 Jun — 17 Jun 2026
Location Montemezzo (013)
Prices —
Status Confirmed

About Montemezzo Vertical

In Montemezzo, in the mountains of Upper Lake Como, the Montemezzo Vertical challenges runners with a vertical climb to the Montagnola. Three kilometers and 480 meters of elevation gain in a non-competitive and charitable race, organized by the Pro Loco with Team Valtellina as part of the GOINUP circuit. After the effort, a sandwich and drink for everyone at the Pro Loco headquarters. Sport, mountains, and solidarity on a summer evening.

A vertical challenge above the lake

In the municipality of Montemezzo, in the Province of Como, overlooking the Upper Lake Como, summer brings an uphill challenge: the Montemezzo Vertical, a non-competitive vertical race that tests the legs and breath of participants. The finish line is the Montagnola, reached after a short but intense course.

Three kilometers, 480 meters of elevation gain

The course is a concentrate of effort and scenery: just 3 kilometers with 480 meters of positive elevation gain, a gradient that makes the Montemezzo Vertical a true test of strength. The race is non-competitive and for charitable purposes, open to anyone who wants to challenge themselves with the mountain in a friendly and supportive environment. Trekking poles are not allowed.

An evening of sport and conviviality

The event takes place on a summer evening: registration and bib collection are at the churchyard, with the start at 8:00 PM. Afterwards, all participants receive a sandwich (sausage or cheese) and a drink (beer or soft drink) at the Pro Loco headquarters, in a convivial moment that concludes the evening. Prizes are awarded to the first five men and the first five women.

Part of the GOINUP circuit

Organized by the Pro Loco Montemezzo together with Team Valtellina ASD, the Montemezzo Vertical is part of the GOINUP circuit, a series of vertical races for charitable purposes. A portion of the proceeds is donated to charity, combining sport and love for the mountains with a solidarity goal.

Montemezzo Vertical — edition 2026

The Montemezzo Vertical takes place on June 17, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM: 3 km and 480 m of elevation gain to the Montagnola, in a non-competitive and charity vertical race of the GOINUP circuit. Start at 8:00 PM, sandwich and drink included for everyone.

The 2026 edition of the Montemezzo Vertical is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM. The vertical race, non-competitive and charitable, offers a 3 km course with 480 meters of positive elevation gain to the Montagnola. Organized by Pro Loco Montemezzo with Team Valtellina ASD, it is part of the GOINUP circuit.

Programme Montemezzo Vertical 2026

The event takes place on the evening of June 17, 2026:

  • 6:30 PM — Meet and bib collection at the churchyard (registration closes at 7:45 PM)
  • 8:00 PM — Start of the vertical race (3 km, 480 m D+, to the Montagnola)
  • Afterwards — Sandwich (sausage or cheese) and drink (beer or soft drink) for all participants at the Pro Loco headquarters
  • Award ceremony for the first five men and the first five women

Trekking poles not allowed.

Highlights Montemezzo Vertical 2026

The vertical climb of 480 meters of elevation gain to the Montagnola and the final convivial moment with a sandwich and drink for everyone.

Prices Montemezzo Vertical 2026

Registration 10 euros in advance / 20 euros on-site. Sandwich and drink included. Register at www.goinupvertical.it.

Practical information — Montemezzo Vertical

When

June 17, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM. Meet and bib collection from 6:30 PM, start at 8:00 PM.

Where

Montemezzo (CO), Upper Lake Como; finish at the Montagnola.

Course

3 km with 480 m positive elevation gain. Trekking poles not allowed.

Registration and fees

10 euros in advance / 20 euros on-site. Register at www.goinupvertical.it. Sandwich and drink included for all participants.

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Where does it take place — Montemezzo Vertical

Montemezzo - Montagnola

Montemezzo, 22010 Montemezzo

Contact Montemezzo Vertical

Tel
+39 338 3607592

Montemezzo Vertical in brief

Hiking Mountain Sport Trail Solidarity Outdoor Free Como

History of Montemezzo Vertical