Italy · Lombardy
UTLAC Ultra Trail del Lago di Como
Distance
254 km
Date
May 6, 2026
Entry fee
535 EUR
€ / km
€2.11
Lake Como, but savage: monster distances, massive vert, and luxury views with brutal legs.
Elevation and Terrain
Total Meters
12430m
D+/KM
48.94m/km
For context, the Tor des Géants 330 loop has 73 D+/km.
Avg Uphill Gradient
11.7%
Avg Downhill Gradient
-11.6%
Uphill gradient distribution
Route Profile
Analysed 2026-05-02Terrain breakdown
Terrain
Climbs
Top climbs
8.2 km · 1592 m gain
starts km 110 · avg 19.5% · max 32.6%
7.2 km · 983 m gain
starts km 190 · avg 13.6% · max 30.4%
5.0 km · 857 m gain
starts km 64 · avg 17.3% · max 31.7%
Top descents
9.6 km · 1622 m drop
starts km 120 · avg -16.9% · max -31.8%
5.4 km · 996 m drop
starts km 242 · avg -18.6% · max -36.8%
6.6 km · 963 m drop
starts km 178 · avg -15.0% · max -25.2%
The Ultra Trail del Lago di Como (UTLAC) is a 254-kilometre alpine trail race held in early May, circumnavigating the entirety of Lake Como from its start in Lecco, Lombardy, Italy.
The course covers 254km with 12,430m of elevation gain — approximately 49m per kilometre — making it one of the most serious ultra-distance adventures in Europe. Entry for the 2026 edition was €535, or €2.11 per kilometre.
The course is run entirely in self-navigation mode: no route-marking, GPS required. Terrain is sharp alpine limestone across the high Lario and Larian Triangle, significantly more technical and unforgiving than most European ultras, particularly in wet conditions. The biggest climb arrives at km 110: 8.16km averaging 19.5% gradient with a peak of 32.6%. A challenging near-finish descent — approximately 1000 meters descending in 5.4km — will kill your heels with just 12km remaining.
Milan airports (MXP, LIN, BGY) are each approximately 60–70 minutes from Lecco. Founded in 2022, UTLAC completed its 2026 edition with 68 finishers on the 254km distance, drawn from 47 nations. It suits highly experienced ultra runners comfortable with self-navigation, extreme mountain terrain, and multi-day conditions.
How much does UTLAC cost? (Entry fee and €/km breakdown)
Q: How much does UTLAC cost to enter? A: Entry for the UTLAC 254km is €535 for the 2026 edition — €2.11 per kilometre. The 120km costs €190 (€1.58/km) and the 62.5km €95 (€1.52/km). Note: the price increased after April 1, 2026; verify current pricing at wedosport.net.
How hard is the UTLAC 254km course? (Climbs, descents, gradient data)
Q: How difficult is the UTLAC 254km? A: UTLAC 254km is one of the most demanding ultra-distance races in Europe. It covers 254km with 12,430m of gain (49m per km). The average uphill gradient is 11.7%, with 14km of terrain exceeding 20% gradient. The course is run in self-navigation mode with no route-marking — GPS is mandatory.
How do you get to UTLAC from Milan?
Q: How do you get to UTLAC from Milan? A: The race starts in Lecco, approximately 60–70 minutes from Milan Malpensa (MXP), Linate (LIN), or Bergamo (BGY) airports. Public transport to Lecco is available by train from Milan, though a car is helpful for the specific race-start logistics depending on your chosen distance.
What is self-navigation mode at UTLAC?
Q: What is self-navigation mode at UTLAC? A: The UTLAC 254km is run in self-navigation mode — the course is not marked with physical signs or ribbons. Runners must navigate independently using GPS, a downloaded GPX file, or a map. This significantly increases the difficulty and mental demand compared to a traditionally-marked ultra.
Race files
Logistics
Nearest airport
Milan Malpensa (MXP) / Milan Linate (LIN) / Milan Bergamo (BGY)
Notes
Start: ~1–2 hrs / Public transport: Good to Como/Lecco by train but race-start logistics depend on distance; car helpful / Accommodation: Very strong (Como/Lecco/Bellagio area) but can be expensive
