Staffetta dei Quartieri
The four Quarters compete in a race in Piazza del Duomo
About Staffetta dei Quartieri
The race that ignites Orvieto's identity
The Staffetta dei Quartieri is much more than a running race: it's the moment when Orvieto rediscovers its neighbourhood soul, the division into Quarters that marks the city's life and its affectionate rivalries. Every year, in June, Piazza del Duomo becomes the pulsating heart of an evening of sport and celebration that precedes and prepares for the city's major festivities.
The four Quarters in competition
The four historic Quarters compete, each with its own colours: Corsica (yellow-red), Stella (yellow-blue), Olmo (white-green), and Serancia (white-red). The main event involves 11 athletes per Quarter over 10 legs (one mixed), along a roughly 950-meter circuit that runs from Piazza del Duomo through via Soliana, via Cesare Nebbia, corso Cavour, the Torre del Moro, and via del Duomo.
A celebration for all ages
The evening opens with youth relays — from the youngest children up to middle schoolers — involving over 350 young athletes, before the main challenge between the Quarters. In Piazza del Duomo, a big screen and live streaming on the Municipality's official channels allow everyone to follow the race. The event is organised by the Municipality of Orvieto (Province of Terni) with the Atletica Libertas Orvieto, and also awards the best overall male athlete, the master category, and the best female athlete.
Staffetta dei Quartieri — edition 2026
The 59th edition of the Staffetta dei Quartieri is scheduled for Saturday, June 4, 2026, in Piazza del Duomo in Orvieto. The evening, organised by the Municipality with Atletica Libertas Orvieto, opens with youth relays — from under-6s to middle schoolers — involving over 350 young athletes, culminating in the main event between the four Quarters (Corsica, Olmo, Stella, Serancia). New features include daytime heats with escort by the Local Police to ensure safety. Prizes for the best overall male athlete, the master category, and the best female athlete.
Programme Staffetta dei Quartieri 2026
Saturday, June 4, 2026 — Piazza del Duomo
- 9:00 PM — Mini relay for children under 6
- Children's relay (up to 11 years old)
- Middle school relay
- Late evening — Main relay between the four Quarters (11 athletes per Quarter, 10 legs including one mixed, ~950m course)
Course
From Piazza del Duomo along via Soliana, via Cesare Nebbia, corso Cavour, Torre del Moro, and via del Duomo.
Competing Quarters
- Corsica (yellow-red)
- Stella (yellow-blue)
- Olmo (white-green)
- Serancia (white-red)
Big screen in the piazza and live streaming on the official channels of the Municipality.
Highlights Staffetta dei Quartieri 2026
Prices Staffetta dei Quartieri 2026
Practical information — Staffetta dei Quartieri
When and where
Piazza del Duomo, Orvieto, in the evening. Registration for the youth relays closes in the days preceding the race (info: 347 2987012).
How to follow
Big screen in Piazza del Duomo and live streaming on the official channels of the Municipality of Orvieto.
How to get there
Orvieto is on the Rome-Florence railway line; from the station, the funicular goes up to the centre. By car, take the Orvieto exit from the A1 motorway.
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Where does it take place — Staffetta dei Quartieri
Piazza del Duomo
Piazza del Duomo, 05018 Orvieto