VdG Trail Short SkyMarathon

Trail Running covering 40 km to 120 km with up to 8,200 m D+ in Sella Nevea (Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy)

Location

Sella Nevea, Friuli Venezia Giulia, ItalyShow on map(46.3888° N, 13.4740° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +8,200 m

VdG Trail Short SkyMarathon is an endurance sporting event in Sella Nevea, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include High Altitude, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including VdG Trail Ultra (120 km, +8,200 m D+), Medium (65 km, +5,000 m D+), and VdG Trail Short (40 km, +3,000 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Up-to-date details regarding race regulations, start times, and registration are published through the organizer's official channels.

Official organizer website not currently listed.

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Event characteristics

High Altitude Mountain Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
VdG Trail Ultra	Trail Running	120 km	+8,200 m	1,150 m - 4,594 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Medium	Trail Running	65 km	+5,000 m	1,153 m - 3,253 m	Loop course	Route & profile
VdG Trail Short	Trail Running	40 km	+3,000 m	1,156 m - 2,416 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

120 km

Elevation gain

+8,200 m D+

Elevation loss

-8,200 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 4,594 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

13.7 % / 24.7 %

Course format

Loop course

120 km+8,200 m D+Peak 4,594 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 4,594 m above sea level (+8,200 m D+, -8,200 m D-)

Peak: 4,594 m·at 50.8 km·Ø 13.7 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does VdG Trail Short SkyMarathon take place?

VdG Trail Short SkyMarathon takes place in Sella Nevea, Friuli Venezia Giulia, IT (start area at coordinates 46.3888° N, 13.474° 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 VdG Trail Short SkyMarathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including VdG Trail Ultra (120 km, +8,200 m D+), Medium (65 km, +5,000 m D+), and VdG Trail Short (40 km, +3,000 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for VdG Trail Short SkyMarathon?

The main competition (VdG Trail Ultra over 120 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +8,200 m of elevation gain and -8,200 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 4,594 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 VdG Trail Short SkyMarathon?

Up-to-date details regarding race regulations, start times, and registration are published through the organizer's official channels.