Montepulciano Run
Three days of running through the Vino Nobile vineyards
About Montepulciano Run
Running through history, nature, and Vino Nobile
The Montepulciano Run is one of Tuscany's most beloved running events: a long weekend of sport and conviviality that transforms the village of Montepulciano, in the heart of the Valdichiana Senese (Province of Siena), into a grand stage for runners, walkers, and lovers of the good life. Organized by A.S.D. La Chianina with the support of the Municipality of Montepulciano, the Province of Siena, and the Tuscany Region, the race combines high-level competitive events with non-competitive routes open to everyone, set amidst the vineyards that produce the celebrated Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
A three-day format
The formula is well-established and spans three days, from Friday to Sunday. It kicks off on Friday evening with the Lumediluna Urban Trail, an atmospheric night race of approximately 7 km through the historic center, to be tackled with a mandatory headlamp, in both competitive and non-competitive versions. Saturday is dedicated to the more social side of the event, with the Nobilipassi food and wine walk through the Vino Nobile cellars and the Mini MontepulcianoRun designed for children and families. Sunday is the highlight, featuring the long-distance races.
The flagship races: La Nobile Corta and La Nobile Lunga
The most anticipated moment is Sunday morning, starting from the monumental Tempio di San Biagio and finishing in Piazza Grande, the Renaissance square that crowns Montepulciano. The two competitive races are La Nobile Corta (approx. 15 km) and La Nobile Lunga (approx. 30 km), which wind through hills, clay landscapes, and vineyards, offering unique views of the Valdichiana. Alongside these, the non-competitive MontepulcianoOnFoot and Nordic Walking events allow participants to experience the same scenery at a walking pace.
Sport, wine, and territory
What makes the Montepulciano Run special is its deep bond with the territory: every edition celebrates the marriage of outdoor physical activity and Tuscan food and wine culture. The Nobilipassi walk, in particular, guides participants through historic cellars with tastings of Vino Nobile, while the final pasta party and the local products in the race packs complete the experience. It is an event that has captured the hearts of runners from all over Italy, attracting athletes of national and international renown.
Why participate
- Spectacular routes through the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano vineyards
- Races for every level: from night runs to long distances, and walks for everyone
- Finish in the scenic Piazza Grande, in the heart of the historic center
- Tastings, local products, and the convivial atmosphere typical of Tuscany
Montepulciano Run — edition 2026
The new edition of the Montepulciano Run confirms the three-day format, from October 2nd to 4th, 2026, among the hills and vineyards of Vino Nobile. The official regulations are already available and define competitive and non-competitive races for all levels, with entry fees increasing as the event date approaches.
The event kicks off on Friday evening with the night urban trail in the historic center, while Sunday is dedicated to the classic distances starting from the Tempio di San Biagio. To complete the weekend, the Nobilipassi food and wine walk through the cellars and the Mini MontepulcianoRun for the little ones.
Programme Montepulciano Run 2026
Friday, October 2nd
- 21:30 — Lumediluna Urban Trail (approx. 7 km, night race, historic center): competitive and non-competitive, headlamp mandatory. Start and finish in Piazza Grande. Fee: €10 pre-registration, €15 on-site. Awards for the top 10 men and top 10 women; race pack with commemorative technical jersey.
Saturday, October 3rd
- 9:00 — Nobilipassi (approx. 6.5 km, meeting at 8:30): food and wine walk through the Vino Nobile cellars, from the Tempio di San Biagio to Piazza Grande. Maximum 400 participants. Fee: €35-40 for adults (tasting glass and snack included), €20 for youth 10-17, free for under 10s.
- 15:00 — Mini MontepulcianoRun (approx. 2 km): run for children, youth, and families in the historic center, with start and finish in Piazza Grande. Registration by voluntary donation to UNICEF Siena; gadgets and snack included.
Sunday, October 4th
- 9:30 — La Nobile Corta (approx. 15 km, competitive): start from the Tempio di San Biagio, finish in Piazza Grande. Maximum 500 athletes, finisher medal and race pack with technical garment and local product. Awards ceremony at 11:30.
- 9:30 — La Nobile Lunga (approx. 30 km, competitive): same start and finish. Maximum 500 athletes, finisher medal. Awards ceremony at 12:30.
- 9:30 — MontepulcianoOnFoot and Nordic Walking (approx. 17 km, non-competitive): same scenery through the vineyards, fee €10 with race pack, 5-hour time limit.
Highlights Montepulciano Run 2026
- Lumediluna, the night urban trail in the illuminated historic center
- La Nobile Lunga (30 km) and La Nobile Corta (15 km) with finish in Piazza Grande
- Nobilipassi: Vino Nobile tastings in historic cellars
- Final pasta party included in the competitive race registration
Prices Montepulciano Run 2026
Practical information — Montepulciano Run
How to get there
Montepulciano can be reached by car from the Valdichiana (Bettolle-Sinalunga) exit of the A1 motorway, then continuing on provincial roads towards the village. By train, the reference station is Montepulciano Stazione, connected to the center by shuttle services and local buses. The nearest airports are Florence and Perugia.
Starts and bib collection
The long races start from the Tempio di San Biagio and finish in Piazza Grande. Bibs, chips, and race packs can be collected at the Fortezza di Montepulciano: Saturday from 10:00 to 19:30 and Sunday from 7:30 to 9:15.
Registration
Registration for competitive races is done online via the ICRON portal; non-competitive entries are also available on-site. For competitive races, a medical certificate for competitive athletics is required. Full information is available on the official website montepulcianorun.it.
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Where does it take place — Montepulciano Run
Piazza Grande
Piazza Grande, 53045 Montepulciano