Dolomiti Extreme Trail

Q: How hard is the Dolomiti Extreme Trail 103km? A: Among the most technically demanding 100km races in the DTR database. The course covers 103km with 6,400m of gain — 62m per kilometre, ranking 38th of 383 measured courses for elevation density (top 10%). The average uphill gradient is 15.8% (53rd of 390 — top 14%). The first 10km includes two climbs with maximum gradients above 60%, run in darkness from a 22:00 start. At km 85, the Calada descent drops 527m over 2.07km at -25.5% average — requiring ropes on Dolomite rock. Race reports describe 'climbing with hands' and 'hanging from ropes over cliff faces.'

Q: What is the 'Calada' at the Dolomiti Extreme Trail? A: The Calada is the race's most notorious section — a descent of approximately 527m over 2.07km at -25.5% average gradient at km 85, requiring rope-assisted descent on technical Dolomite rock. The official course notes flag it for 'extreme caution.' Runner reports describe lowering over cliff faces using fixed ropes. It arrives at km 85 of a 30-hour race — when fatigue is maximum.

Q: How much does the Dolomiti Extreme Trail 103km cost? A: €180 until April 30, 2026; rising to €195 in May 2026. At €1.75/km, moderately priced for a UTMB 5-point qualifier in UNESCO World Heritage terrain. Group discounts: 5% for 6–10 members, 10% for 11+.

Q: Is the Dolomiti Extreme Trail 103km a UTMB qualifier? A: Yes — the DXT 103km awards 5 UTMB points. It is part of the Europe Trail Cup championship. The 55km sibling sold out; the 103km is not sold out as of the research date.