Monterosa Est Himalayan Trail
Join Monterosa Est Himalayan Trail
Enjoy the highest mountain face in Europe!
Running this trail is an opportunity to get in touch with a piece of the history of the Alps. Macugnaga is an unusual Italian mountain village at the foot of Monte Rosa, the 4634m high mountain which forms the border with Switzerland to the north. The Monterosa Est Himalayan Trail race challenges runners over steep and technical terrain with distances of 103km, 60km, 38km, 22km and 14km.
Macugnaga is a wonderful alpine town at 1327 meters altitude at the base of est wall of Monte Rosa. The history of Macugnaga, “Pearl of Monte Rosa” began in the twelfth century when the Walser, a people of Albanian origin from the Valais, occupied this pleasant basin of Valle Anzasca. This was the beginning of Walser colonization around Monte Rosa. Today the Walser tradition is still visible in the origins’ architecture and by costumes that the women of the village wear on special occasions. The Titsch language is still spoken by elderly into Dorf, a small settlement of 1200 A.C. with the church, cemetery and the ancient secular “Tiglio” tree. Running the trail will be an opportunity to get in touch with a piece of Alpine history.
Course details
Start address: 28876 Macugnaga, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Italy
Finish address: 28876 Macugnaga, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Italy
Route map
What’s included
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done Finisher medal
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done E-certificate/e-diploma
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done Timing chip (single use)
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done Massage
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done Parking info
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done Drink Stations info
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done Nutrition Stations info
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done Medical Assistance
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done Bag drop info
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done Toilets
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done Shower
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done Dressing rooms
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done Accident insurance info
Frequently asked questions
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
MEHT VILLAGE- c/o Piazzale Centro Sportivo - Macugnaga (VB) FRI 28.06 10.00 am - 08.00 pm SAT 29.06 04.00 am - 09:00 am
What is the cancelation/refund policy for this event?
Entry fees are not refundable and there will not be possibility to change selected distance during registration. Entry fees are not refundable, including cancellation by participants or postponement for major forces not directly referable to the O.C. including revocation of event authorization by local authorities. In case of cancellation of the event, there will be no refunds but the OC will evaluate the transfer of registration fees to next edition.
Compulsory Equipment? (part 1)
- ID (race course inside Switzerland) - Backpack or backpack + pouch with enough space for whole mandatory equipment - GPS watch/device with GPX trace (free download on www.MEHT.it) - GPS Tracker (100K-60K-38K) provided by OC - Mobile phone: save emergency numbers of the OC indicated on BIB number and be sure to have network also in Switzerland: phone always on with no hidden number and 100% charged battery - TRAIL RUNNNG shoes suitable for alpine terrain (gravel, stones, plates) - Plastic glass or container with wide cap suitable for drink/food consumption (at refreshment points will not be provided any type of containers) - Water bottles or hydration pack (camelback style) with min 1 lt capacity - Headlamp + extra battery pack, alternatively two headlamps - Survival blanket (min size 2.0m X 1.40m) - Whistle - Elastic band for banding or strapping (min size 100cm X 6cm) - Food reserve
Compulsory Equipment? (part 2)
- Waterproof/windproof jacket (GORETEX Type) with hood, suitable for bad weather condition (cold, wind, rain, snow) - Long pants or ¾ pants + long socks to cover entire leg - Long sleeve shirt - Hat, cap or bandana to cover the entire head - Waterproof gloves - Micro crampons - Sunglasses and sun cream for high altitude
Reccomended Equipment ?
- Extra warm cloths - Waterproof pants cover - Extra warm microfiber long sleeve jersey - Poles - Pocket money for purchases at refuge etc. - Basic First Aid KIT (self-medication of small grazes, blisters, etc.)
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.
