Trail del Barro
Trail running along the trails of Monte Barro in Invorio, in the hills of the Novara region
About Trail del Barro
A trail running festival in the Novara hills
The Trail del Barro is one of the most anticipated events in the northern Piedmont running calendar. It takes place in Invorio, a small town in the Province of Novara situated between Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta, and takes its name from Monte Barro, the peak that overlooks the trails where the race unfolds. Organized with passion by ASD Le Volpi d'Invò, the event has grown edition after edition to exceed 700 total participants, becoming a benchmark for trail runners in the lake district and the Verbano-Cusio-Ossola area.
The routes
The Trail del Barro is designed to welcome every type of runner, from the experienced athlete to the family simply looking to enjoy a morning in the open air:
- 25 km Trail: the main competitive route, approximately 25 kilometers with an elevation gain of about 900-950 meters D+, valid as a race in the FIDAL Piedmont calendar.
- 11 km Trail: a shorter distance with about 300 meters of elevation gain, available in both competitive and non-competitive versions.
- Non-competitive walk: a loop of about 3 kilometers suitable for everyone, to discover the trails without the pressure of a stopwatch.
- Run&Fun and Cross dei Volpini: events dedicated to children, part of the Volpi Kids project.
Between alpine panoramas and timeless villages
What sets the Trail del Barro apart is the quality of its course: the paths cross woods, meadows, and small rural hamlets, offering open views of the Alps and the hills surrounding Invorio. The organizers carefully maintain the trails and set up refreshment points, while the atmosphere remains that of a genuine village festival, filled with volunteers, cheers at the finish line, and lively award ceremonies.
An event rooted in the territory
ASD Le Volpi d'Invò is more than just a sports club: it promotes guided hikes, night runs, activities for young people, and plogging initiatives focused on environmental care. The Trail del Barro is the synthesis of this spirit, capable of uniting sport, community, and the promotion of the hilly landscape of the Novara region, in the heart of the Piedmont lake district.
Trail del Barro — edition 2026
La nona edizione del Trail del Barro, disputata il 29 marzo 2026, ha confermato la crescita della manifestazione con oltre 700 partecipanti: 246 atleti sulla 25 km (950 metri di dislivello), 340 sulla 11 km, 70 alla camminata di 3 km e 50 bambini nella nuova prova Run&Fun. Sulla distanza regina ha vinto Matteo Borgnolo (Sport Project VCO) in 1h55'05", davanti ad Amin Dakhil e Gianluca Pinton; tra le donne successo di Chiara Vitale (Tricolore Sport Marathon) in 2h30'23". Sulla 11 km vittorie di Thomas Geneselli e di Elena Soffia. Nonostante le condizioni meteo avverse e gli importanti lavori di sistemazione dei sentieri resi necessari dal vento, l'organizzazione ha portato a termine una giornata molto partecipata.
Programme Trail del Barro 2026
- Trail 25 km competitivo (partenza ore 9:00) - dislivello circa 950 m D+
- Trail 11 km competitivo e non competitivo (partenza ore 10:00) - dislivello circa 300 m D+
- Camminata non agonistica di circa 3 km
- Run&Fun e Cross dei Volpini per bambini
Highlights Trail del Barro 2026
- Oltre 700 partecipanti, nuovo record della manifestazione
- 25 km vincitori: Matteo Borgnolo (1h55'05") e Chiara Vitale (2h30'23")
- 11 km vincitori: Thomas Geneselli (45'03") ed Elena Soffia (57'07")
- Debutto della prova Run&Fun per i più piccoli
Prices Trail del Barro 2026
Practical information — Trail del Barro
How to get there
Invorio is located in the Province of Novara, Piedmont, between Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta. By car, it can be reached via the A26 motorway (Borgomanero or Arona exits). The nearest train station is Arona, on the Milan-Domodossola line. Meeting point and start line are at the Invorio Festival Area.
Registration
Registration is done online on the official website of the organization (www.volpinvorio.com) and through race management platforms. For competitive events, a FIDAL card, Runcard, or a competitive medical certificate is required according to the regulations.
Tips
We recommend trail running gear, shoes with good grip, and a light jacket in case of uncertain weather: the route runs along hill trails that can be muddy.
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Where does it take place — Trail del Barro
Area Feste di Invorio