Join Maira Occitan Trail
Join us for the captivating Maira Occitan Trail run. Time seems to have stood still in Valle Maira, gifting us with unspoiled nature and charming traditions. Running through our mountains will offer a unique experience, allowing you to hear your own breath amid the quiet of the valley as you discover a region rich with stories to tell.
Valle Maira, one of the most beautiful valleys in the Western Alps is now internationally acknowledged not just for its beauty, but also for its welcoming hospitality, commitment to sustainable tourism, and endless opportunities for outdoor activities during all seasons of the year.
Course details
Stage 1 is the escape from the mountains, in the footsteps of our ancestors who left the Maira or Macra Valley last century, which is synonymous with poverty, to seek fortune in the plains or in the world. It is a stage that starts from the upper valley, or from the Marmora-Canosio basin, and reaches its outlet on the Dronero plain, touching countless abandoned villages which today are starting to have a second rebirth.
Stage 2 is the return to the highlands. It is a tough, high mountain stage that takes you to one of the most secluded and astonishing corners of the Maira Valley. After the endless meadows of Elva here is the wild Sagne hill which with its almost 2900 m. represents the maximum elevation of the MOT. Meanwhile, the severe Monte Chersogno dominates the scenery.
Stage 3 is a plaisir stage and represents the current philosophy of the Maira Valley, characterized by a vocation for the outdoors and slow, widespread and environmentally friendly tourism. It is a short stage, only 38 km, and therefore worth savoring. Meanwhile, the start, under the looming Rocca Castello-Provenzale, is nothing short of suggestive. But it is only the appetizer because the main course is the complete crossing of the spectacular Gardetta plateau with the marvelous Rocca la Meja as a constant backdrop.
MOT 42K
We start from the village and immediately with a steep climb that crosses the town of Canosio we reach Colle di San Giovanni, from which a suggestive path leads to the main valley and from here to the beginning of the Unerzio valley. Frere, Chialvetta, Viviere and then up to the Gardetta pass, and already here it is amazing, but wait until you get to the top and crossing the entire fabulous Gardetta plateau you enter straight into fairy tales. The dominant Rocca la Meja that will attract your gaze is the enchanting castle. From Colle del Mulo, more than ten kilometers of fantastic descent will take you back to Marmora.
MOT 19K
Change of skin even for the biggest race brief of the MOT. The route starts and ends from the trail village in the Marmora-Canosio crossroads area, from the Tourist Office. From village up to upper village of Marmora and then the long and delightful Napoleon path; just before Palent a nice straight path takes you to the top of Mount Buch. An aerial and exciting ride along the ridge allows you to reach 2158 m. of Costa Chiggia. Finally descends for the villages of Marmora back to the village. Pure adrenaline!
Start address: Macra, Province of Cuneo, Italy
Finish address: Marmora, CN, Italia
What’s included
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done Goodie bag
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done Timing chip (single use)
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done Post-race meal
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done Massage
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done Shuttle to Start Line
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done Drink Stations
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done Nutrition Stations
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done Medical Assistance
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done Bag drop
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done Toilets
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done Shower
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done Tracker for geolocation info
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Frequently asked questions
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
You can collect both BIB and race pack the first morning before the race start or the day before, during the main race briefing.
Can someone collect my race pack for me?
Yes, they must know all your anagrafic details (name, surname, date and place of birth)
How do I get to the race location?
Either by own car or with a mountain taxi service. For more details you can contact us (+39 3899614279)
Can I change the distance after I purchase a ticket?
Yes, but only within 31 August 2024.
What is the cancelation/refund policy for this event?
In the event of cancellation of registration by a competitor, no refund will be provided.
Arriving by car
From Genoa: A10 direction Ventimiglia + A6 direction Turin + A33 direction Cuneo/ exit Cuneo center + SP422 to Dronero = about 2h From Turin: A6 direction Savona + A33 direction Cuneo/ exit Cuneo center + SP422 to Dronero = about 1h 30min From Turin: A6 direction Savona + SP663 to Dronero = about 1h 40min From Milan: A7 direction Genoa + A21 direction Turin + A33 direction Cuneo/ exit Cuneo center + SP422 up to Dronero = about 3h From Milan: A4 direction Turin + A6 direction Savona + A33 direction Cuneo/ exit Cuneo center + SP422 up to Dronero = about 3h 10min From France: Route Nationale 100 + SS21 [Colle della Maddalena] + SP422 to Dronero From France: M97 + SP255 [Colle della Lombarda] + SS21 + SP422 to Dronero
Arriving by train
Turin - Fossano + Fossano - Cuneo = about 1h 30min, 1 change Turin - Cuneo = about 1h 10min, direct Milan - Turin + Turin - Fossano + Fossano - Cuneo = about 3h 30min, 2 changes Milan - Turin + Turin - Cuneo = about 2h 30min, 1 change Genoa - Savona + Savona - Fossano + Fossano - Cuneo = about 3h, 2 changes
Arriving by plane
By plane it is possible to reach the two closest airports: Cuneo Levaldigi Torino Caselle
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.
