Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Gran Trail dell'Etna

Trail Running covering 18 km to 42 km with up to 1,960 m D+ in Ragalna (Sicily, Italy)

LocationRagalna, Sicily, ItalyShow on map(37.6347° N, 14.9500° E)
Date & StatusNovember 22, 2026Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +1,960 m

Gran Trail dell'Etna is an endurance sporting event in Ragalna, Sicily, IT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Great Trail of Etna (42 km, +1,960 m D+), and Galvarina Trail (18 km, +750 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 22, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (grantrailetna.com).

Official website
Gran Trail dell'Etna in Ragalna (Work: "Mount Etna Volcano Dawn at Paternò Sicilia Italy - Creative Commons by gnuckx", Photo: gnuckx, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Mount Etna Volcano Dawn at Paternò Sicilia Italy - Creative Commons by gnuckx" · Photo: gnuckx · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Great Trail of EtnaTrail Running42 km+1,960 m1,150 m - 1,973 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Galvarina TrailTrail Running18 km+750 m1,153 m - 1,468 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+1,960 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,960 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 1,973 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.3 % / 16.7 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+1,960 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS37.6348° N, 14.9500° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,973 m above sea level (+1,960 m D+, -1,960 m D-)

Peak: 1,973 m·at 11.2 km·Ø 9.3 %
1,150 m1,424 m1,699 m1,973 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km1,973 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Gran Trail dell'Etna take place?

Gran Trail dell'Etna takes place in Ragalna, Sicily, IT (start area at coordinates 37.6347° N, 14.95° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 22, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Gran Trail dell'Etna?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Great Trail of Etna (42 km, +1,960 m D+), and Galvarina Trail (18 km, +750 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Gran Trail dell'Etna?

The main competition (Great Trail of Etna over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,960 m of elevation gain and -1,960 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 1,973 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Gran Trail dell'Etna?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (grantrailetna.com).