Rifugio Lago Verde Alpine Race
The high-altitude mountain running race in Val Germanasca, from Ghigo di Prali to the Rifugio Lago Verde
About Lago Verde Alpine Race
The most beautiful race in Val Germanasca
The Rifugio Lago Verde Alpine Race is an individual high-altitude mountain running competition held in Ghigo di Prali, a village in the municipality of Prali, in the heart of the upper Val Germanasca (Metropolitan City of Turin, Piedmont). Established just a few years ago, it has already become a beloved event for those seeking an authentic trail experience, immersed in the rugged and spectacular scenery of the Cottian Alps.
A high-altitude route
The course measures 31 km with 2,100 meters of elevation gain and runs almost entirely on trails and dirt roads. What makes it unique is the time spent at high altitude: over 20 km are run at an altitude above 2,000 meters above sea level, reaching the Rifugio Lago Verde (Rifugio Severino Bessone, 2,583 m), owned by the C.A.I. Val Germanasca section. Despite the challenge, the organizers emphasize that the route is suitable for runners who are not mountain specialists, provided they are well-trained.
Organizers
The event is managed through a unique collaboration between the C.A.I. Val Germanasca Section, the A.S.D. Gruppo Sportivo Pomaretto '80, and the "Amici Team Nuovi Traguardi" Technical Group, with the support of the Municipality of Prali and numerous volunteers who staff the aid stations along the route. The race awards 2 ITRA points and complies with Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc standards.
More than just a race
Beyond the competitive event, the day is a celebration for the entire Prali community and mountain enthusiasts. In recent years, a Mini Race for children has been introduced, and the organization strongly promotes environmental respect through the "I don't throw my trash" campaign. Running the Alpine Race means traversing alpine pastures, lakes, and some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Waldensian valleys, in a corner of Piedmont still little known to the general public.
Lago Verde Alpine Race — edition 2026
The 4th edition of the Rifugio Lago Verde Alpine Race is scheduled for Sunday, August 2, 2026, in Ghigo di Prali, in the upper Val Germanasca. The route remains the classic one: 31 km with 2,100 m of elevation gain, almost entirely on trails and dirt roads, with over 20 km above 2,000 meters altitude up to the Rifugio Lago Verde. Registration opens on February 6, 2026, on the WedoSport platform. The race awards 2 ITRA points and is valid for the Rifugio Lago Verde Trophy, both individual and team.
Programme Lago Verde Alpine Race 2026
Saturday, August 1, 2026
- from 8:00 PM — Bib collection
- 8:30 PM — Technical briefing
Sunday, August 2, 2026
- 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM — Bib collection
- 8:00 AM — Single start from Piazza G. Perro, Ghigo di Prali
- Aid stations along the route: Rifugio Lago Verde, Capannina, and at the finish line
- 2:30 PM — Awards ceremony in the square
Time gates: Rifugio Lago Verde after 2h 30', Capannina after 5h 45'. There is no overall maximum time limit.
Route: 31 km, +2,100 m elevation gain, almost entirely on trails and dirt roads, over 20 km at an altitude above 2,000 m a.s.l., up to the Rifugio Lago Verde (2,583 m).
Highlights Lago Verde Alpine Race 2026
- 4th edition of the race, Sunday, August 2, 2026
- 31 km and 2,100 m D+ at high altitude, up to the Rifugio Lago Verde (2,583 m)
- 2 ITRA points, compliant with UTMB parameters
- Rifugio Lago Verde Trophy (individual and team); awards for the top 8 in each male and female category
- Race pack guaranteed for the first 150 registrants
Prices Lago Verde Alpine Race 2026
Practical information — Lago Verde Alpine Race
How to get there
Ghigo di Prali can be reached by car by driving up the Val Germanasca from Perosa Argentina and Perrero (SP169). The start is in Piazza G. Perro, in front of the Town Hall. Parking is available in the village.
Registration
Registration is done online via the WedoSport platform. For the 2026 edition, registration opens on Friday, February 6, and closes on Thursday, July 30, at 12:00 PM. Maximum capacity: 300 participants. Entry fee is €30.00 (€35.00 for late registration), non-refundable.
Requirements
Minimum age 18, valid UISP, FIDAL, or RUN CARD membership, and a current competitive medical certificate. Mandatory gear is required (at least half a liter of liquid reserve in a personal container, waterproof jacket, thermal blanket, whistle, mobile phone, and more).
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Where does it take place — Lago Verde Alpine Race
Ghigo di Prali, Piazza G. Perro
Piazza G. Perro, 10060 Prali