UltraDora

An ultramarathon in the heart of the Canavese

UltraDora is the flagship event of a weekend entirely dedicated to running in Tavagnasco, a town in the upper Canavese area of the Province of Turin, in northern Piedmont, just a stone's throw from the Aosta Valley border. It is a 43-kilometer road ultramarathon, a unique distance achieved by running a 4.3 km city circuit ten times, winding along the banks of the Dora Baltea, the river that gives the event its name.

The riverside course

The route, completely closed to traffic, follows a flat loop along the banks of the Dora Baltea without any sharp turns. The race starts at 9:00 AM from the Tavagnasco train station, which is easily accessible via the Turin–Aosta railway line. The lap-based format allows spectators to follow the runners closely and ensures frequent support and refreshment stations, making the race suitable for both experienced ultramarathoners and those tackling a distance beyond a standard marathon for the first time.

A full weekend of running

UltraDora is not a standalone event: the Sunday race is the highlight of a weekend that features the 8 Ore del Canavese on Saturday, an endurance event held at the same venue. Between the two competitions, the Club Super Marathon Italia hosts a grand celebration with an aperitif, dinner, live music, a Brazilian-themed show, and fireworks—a convivial occasion that blends sport and entertainment, making Tavagnasco a highly anticipated date on the Piedmontese ultrarunning calendar.

Organization and tradition

The event is managed by the ASD Club Super Marathon Italia, an association specializing in long-distance races. Now in its early editions, UltraDora has already carved out a place in the Piedmontese ultramarathon calendar, offering participants a stunning natural setting at the foot of the Canavese mountains and the warm, familiar atmosphere typical of local village races.