Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Monterosa East Himalayan Trail

Trail Running covering 2 km to 58 km with up to 4,100 m D+ in Macugnaga (Piedmont, Italy)

LocationMacugnaga, Piedmont, ItalyShow on map(45.9693° N, 7.9678° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,100 m

Monterosa East Himalayan Trail is an endurance sporting event in Macugnaga, Piedmont, IT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, High Altitude, Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 58 km (58 km, +4,100 m D+), Trail 39 km (39 km, +2,700 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +1,400 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +700 m D+), and MEHT Mini Trail 2K (2 km, +76 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (meht.it).

Official website
Monterosa East Himalayan Trail in Macugnaga (Work: "Odles Cisles y Mastle pinus Cembra", Photo: Wolfgang Moroder, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Odles Cisles y Mastle pinus Cembra" · Photo: Wolfgang Moroder · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

MountainHigh AltitudeNature & Off-RoadMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 58 kmTrail Running58 km+4,100 m1,017 m - 2,881 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 39 kmTrail Running39 km+2,700 m1,000 m - 2,861 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 21 kmTrail Running21 km+1,400 m1,185 m - 2,145 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 13 kmTrail Running13 km+700 m1,188 m - 1,667 mLoop courseRoute & profile
MEHT Mini Trail 2KTrail Running2 km+76 m1,012 m - 1,044 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
58 km
Elevation gain
+4,100 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,100 m D-
Altitude range
1,017 m - 2,881 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
14.1 % / 35 %
Course format
Loop course
58 km+4,100 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS45.9677° N, 7.9665° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,017 m to 2,881 m above sea level (+4,100 m D+, -4,100 m D-)

Peak: 2,881 m·at 16 km·Ø 14.1 %
1,017 m1,638 m2,260 m2,881 m0 km11.6 km23.2 km34.8 km46.4 km58 km2,881 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Monterosa East Himalayan Trail take place?

Monterosa East Himalayan Trail takes place in Macugnaga, Piedmont, IT (start area at coordinates 45.9693° N, 7.9678° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Monterosa East Himalayan Trail?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 58 km (58 km, +4,100 m D+), Trail 39 km (39 km, +2,700 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +1,400 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +700 m D+), and MEHT Mini Trail 2K (2 km, +76 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Monterosa East Himalayan Trail?

The main competition (Trail 58 km over 58 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,100 m of elevation gain and -4,100 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,017 m and 2,881 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Monterosa East Himalayan Trail?

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