MUT – Mondolè Experience

An ultratrail in the heart of the Ligurian Alps

The MUT – Mondolè Experience is the new evolution of the Marguareis Ultra Tour, the mountain race that challenges athletes on the most spectacular trails of the Monregalese region. Organized by the Team Marguareis, the event has found its home in Roccaforte Mondovì, a small town in the Province of Cuneo nestled at the entrance to the Ellero Valley, in Piedmont. From here, the two competitive routes depart and finish, designed to cross forests, alpine pastures, and the ridges of the Marguareis massif, bordering Liguria and France.

Two routes for every level

The race offers two tracks of varying difficulty, designed to welcome both first-time trail runners and the most experienced ultra-runners:

• Trail del Duca — approximately 25 km, a more accessible route that allows you to savor the charm of the Monregalese mountains without the extreme commitment of an ultra.
• Giro del Marguareis — approximately 50 km with a positive elevation gain of nearly 3000 meters, the classic loop that touches the most evocative mountain huts and viewpoints of the Marguareis Park.

The tracks are certified, and the event is included in international trail running circuits, with points valid for sector rankings.

Sport, nature, and territory

The MUT is not just a competition: it is an opportunity to discover an authentic corner of the Piedmontese Alps. The race takes place simultaneously with the Outdoor Free Festival (OFF), the major free event organized by the Unione Montana del Monregalese, which brings Roccaforte Mondovì and neighboring towns to life for three days with climbing, e-biking, trekking, horseback riding, and dozens of other outdoor activities. Upon finishing the MUT, runners find an entire sports village set up in the central town square, complete with a food area, shows, and entertainment.

A territory to be experienced

Roccaforte Mondovì and the Ellero Valley represent one of the most beautiful gateways to the Marguareis Natural Park, amidst beech forests, high-altitude meadows, and historic mountain huts. Participating in the MUT means running through a landscape that bridges sport and the preservation of the mountain environment, in one of the wildest areas of southwestern Piedmont.