Val della Torre Alpine Marathon

The Val della Torre Alpine Marathon

The Val della Torre Alpine Marathon is one of the most beloved events in the Piedmontese trail running calendar. It takes place in the municipality of Val della Torre, in the Metropolitan City of Turin, right at the gates of the regional capital: a small village nestled in the Val Casternone, from which trails climb rapidly toward the ridges dividing the Susa Valley, the Viù Valley, and the Turin plains.

Three routes for every level

The event offers three tracks designed for different levels of preparation:

• Marathon — 42 km, 2,600 m D+: the flagship route, reaching Monte Arpone (1,601 m) and the mountain ridge with technical sections on scree and exposed single tracks.
• Half-marathon — 22 km, 1,550 m D+: climbs up to Colle della Lunella (1,374 m), crossing forests and clearings with panoramic views of Turin.
• Non-competitive trail — 11 km, 350 m D+: the most accessible format, open to those who want to enjoy the alpine environment without the competitive pressure.

A mountain amphitheater

The charm of the race lies in its mountain amphitheater: runners traverse the valley's rural landscape, pass by historical sites like the Colle del Lys with its Resistance Museum and the Madonna della Bassa sanctuary, and follow a technical track that requires trained legs and sure footing. From the top, on clear days, the view sweeps across the entire Piedmontese plain.

A local sporting tradition

Organized by A.P.D. Sportinsieme Val della Torre, the marathon has grown edition after edition, becoming a benchmark for trail runners in Piedmont. The organizational machine involves the municipal administration and numerous local volunteer groups—ANA, AIB, CAI, Red Cross, and the Pro Loco—who secure the trails, manage aid stations, and ensure safety along the entire route. The event is sponsored by the Metropolitan City of Turin and approved by FIDAL Piedmont.