Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 75km: Tuscany Vineyards, San Michele Mountain, and UTMB Running Stones

The Chianti Ultra Trail 75km covers approximately 73km by GPX analysis with 3,100m D+ and 2,733m D-, equating to approximately 41.3m of elevation gain per kilometre. The official race page currently lists the CUT distance as 73km / 3,000m+ for 2027, while the course description text on the same page still references the 75km / 3,100m+ specification. DTR records are based on GPX analysis at 3,100m D+. Verify the current course specification at chianti.utmb.world before entering, as figures may be updated for the 2027 edition.

The Chianti Ultra Trail 75km awards 3 Running Stones upon finisher verification, qualifying for the 100K category in the UTMB World Series. Finishers also receive direct-entry Finals Access in the 100K category. The companion UTCC 120km race, run on the same event weekend, awards Western States Endurance Run Golden Tickets to the top male and female finishers. Verify current Stone awards and Finals Access status at utmb.world before entering.

The course is a loop starting and finishing in Radda in Chianti, covering 75km (73km GPX) with 3,100m D+ through the Chianti Classico wine region of Tuscany. The race has two distinct phases: the opening 40km passes through Chianti Senese on swift, runnable vineyard trails; from kilometre 40, the decisive climb towards San Michele Mountain begins, peaking near kilometre 60. The descent then leads through the historic village of Volpaia and the valley back to Radda. Bag drop is available at Castello di Albola (the life base). Maximum race time is 16 hours. The course ranks 168th of 390 European ultras for mountainous terrain content.

Base entry is €165, with an 8% administration fee bringing the approximate total to €178. The 2026 edition sold out; charity bibs at €250 were the only option remaining. Registration for the March 2027 edition opened 3 June 2026. At approximately €2.20 per kilometre, entry cost sits in the mid-range for UTMB World Series events. Verify current availability and 2027 pricing directly at chianti.utmb.world, as prices change with registration waves and closer to race date.

The nearest airports are Florence (FLR) and Pisa (PSA), both approximately 60 minutes from Radda in Chianti by car. A car is recommended as public transport to Chianti villages is limited. Florence is well connected internationally with direct flights from major European cities. Radda in Chianti offers accommodation, but the Chianti region books up early for race weekend; nearby towns including Greve in Chianti and Gaiole in Chianti provide additional options. The race is a loop starting and finishing in Radda in Chianti, so no point-to-point transport logistics are required.