Resia Rosolina Relay

The relay race that follows the Adige from the Alps to the sea

The Resia Rosolina Relay is one of Italy's most evocative long-distance relay challenges: a 430-kilometer running journey that traces the entire course of the Adige river, from the springs of Resia in the municipality of Curon Venosta (Graun im Vinschgau), in the province of Bolzano, to the mouth of Rosolina Mare in the province of Rovigo. The start is set in one of the most iconic landscapes in South Tyrol, on the shores of Lake Resia, dominated by the famous submerged bell tower of the old village of Curon.

How the race works

The route is divided into 40 stages of approximately 10 km each, which teams tackle in a relay format: each runner covers multiple non-consecutive segments, alternating with teammates at exchange points where they pass a baton equipped with an electronic tracker. The race takes place non-stop, day and night, and about 95% of the route runs along the cycle paths that line the Adige, making it as challenging as it is scenic.

Two regions, five provinces

From the Vinschgau Valley, the relay descends along the Adige valley, crossing the provinces of Bolzano and Trento in Trentino-South Tyrol, before entering the Veneto region, passing through the provinces of Verona, Padua, Venice, and Rovigo, until the finish line at Rosolina Mare, at the gates of the Po Delta. It is a true geographical narrative of the Adige, connecting glaciers and alpine villages to the plains and the Adriatic lagoon.

An event born in the heart of the Vinschgau Valley

Organized by the ASD VRM Team in collaboration with local sports clubs from South Tyrol and Veneto, the Resia Rosolina Relay has become a beloved event for trail running, ultramarathon, and team racing enthusiasts over the years. The challenge is not only athletic but also a test of team spirit: completing the 430 km requires organization, endurance, and cohesion among team members.

Curon Venosta, the starting point

The municipality of Curon Venosta, in South Tyrol, offers the ideal setting for the start: Lake Resia with its submerged bell tower is one of the most photographed images of the Italian Alps, and the area is a popular destination for hiking, cycling, and outdoor sports along the Resia Pass, on the border with Austria and Switzerland.