Race preparation guide

Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027 2027: complete FR + EN guide

Lavaredo Ultra Trail by UTMB 120K 2027 preview needs precise planning: 120 km, 5800 m of climbing and logistics centred on Cortina d'Ampezzo, Dobbiaco, San Vito di Cadore and the Ampezzo valley. The Lavaredo 120K reference is planned around Cortina d'Ampezzo: a long night-and-day effort, Dolomite tracks, rocky passes, fast descents and highly changeable alpine weather. The 2027 calendar must be confirmed on the UTMB page, but the practical logic remains the big Cortina and Tre Cime loop.

Edition

25 June 2027

Distance

120 km

Elevation +

5,800 m

Location

Cortina d'Ampezzo, Dolomites, Italy

Difficulty

Dolomite alpine ultra

Race overview

Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027 is part of the Week 29 TrailCompanion guide batch. This page condenses the practical decisions to make before booking: reference format, terrain, access, lodging, gear and official links to check before travel.

The key is not distance alone. On this kind of trail, success depends on pacing the climbing, managing aid stations, adapting to local weather and arriving rested with a simple bib, start and post-race plan.

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What you actually need to prepare

Build preparation around hilly long runs, controlled descents and hike-run blocks. For 120 km, you need to hike early without losing rhythm, run the easier sections and eat before intensity shuts down appetite.

TrailCompanion Prep then turns the guide into a checklist: tested kit, lodging, transport, documents and week-by-week nutrition reminders.

Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027 mandatory / recommended gear

The official organiser list always comes first. This baseline covers the realistic needs to prepare your pack before bib control.

Mountain waterproof shell, warm layer, gloves, hat or buff for the night, passes and Dolomite weather.
Primary headlamp, spare power and ideally a small backup lamp for long night hours.
Charged phone, emergency blanket, whistle, ID, cup, food reserve and water capacity suited to the gaps between aid stations.
Protective shoes for Dolomite rock, fast tracks, long descents and fatigue on hard terrain.
Poles if rules allow them, very useful only if already mastered on long climbs and technical descents.

Recheck the official rules during race week: weather, timing and gear requirements can change.

Three coherent gear choices for Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027

These Decathlon, Salomon and HOKA picks cover the recurring needs: carrying, grip and muscle protection.

VestSalomon

ADV Skin 12

A practical volume for water, jacket, phone, food and safety items without overpacking.

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ShoesHOKA

Speedgoat 7

A protective option for trails, rocks, roots and late-race fatigue.

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PolesDecathlon Kiprun

3-piece Carbon Folding Trail Running Poles

Useful if rules allow them and if you have already practised with them on long climbs.

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These are direct links to the brands' official product pages for now. Awin Decathlon, Salomon and HOKA links can be activated later once the advertiser programs are approved on the publisher account.

Logistics to solve early

Start logistics from Cortina d'Ampezzo, Dobbiaco, San Vito di Cadore and the Ampezzo valley. Confirm bib pickup, parking or shuttles first, then choose lodging. An early start or late return can completely change the best base.

Keep the official links in your Prep: race website, registration page, rules, access map and last-minute instructions. This guide gives the framework, but the organiser remains the final source.

Transport to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Dobbiaco, San Vito di Cadore and the Ampezzo valley

The most practical airports are Venice, Treviso and Innsbruck, followed by bus, private transfer or car to Cortina d'Ampezzo. Mountain transfers take time, so add buffer if arriving the day before bib pickup.

Starts, finishes and race-week activity concentrate in Cortina. Confirm parking, UTMB shuttles, town-centre access and bib pickup times early because Dolomite roads get busy during race weekend.

Where to stay for Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027

Cortina is the premium base: start, finish, expo and restaurants on foot, but limited availability and high prices once entries open.

Dobbiaco, San Vito di Cadore, Auronzo or Borca di Cadore can reduce cost if you lock in shuttle or car logistics, especially for a night start and tired finish.

Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027 race-week timeline

D-30

Book lodging and transport, then save official links in your Prep.

D-14

Test the full pack, shoes and nutrition on terrain close to race conditions.

D-7

Recheck rules, weather, bib pickup times and any shuttle information.

D-2

Arrive or prepare the final transfer without relying on a tight connection.

Race day

Start controlled, hike early on climbs and eat from the first hour.

After

Plan dry clothes, simple food, the return to lodging and recovery without complex decisions.

Turn the guide into action

Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027 is best prepared as a complete project: terrain, pack, arrival plan and recovery. The earlier those decisions are made, the more race day becomes about pacing, clarity and enjoyment.

Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027 FAQ

What reference distance does this guide use?

This guide uses the 120 km format as the main reference for Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2027.

How much climbing is there?

Use about 5800 m of ascent as the preparation benchmark.

What is the main trap?

Underestimating logistics and starting with an untested pack: the terrain feels harder when details are not solved.

Should I use poles?

They can help on long climbs if rules allow them, but only if you already use them confidently in training.

When should I book accommodation?

As early as possible, especially when the race base is a village, resort or tourist area with limited rooms.

Which official link should I keep?

Keep at least the official website: https://lavaredo.utmb.world/races/Lavaredo120K.

How should I use TrailCompanion?

Create a Prep from this guide to turn transport, lodging, gear and nutrition points into tracked actions.

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