2026 Montefortiana

What is the format of the Montefortiana March?

The event is a playful‑motor walk that combines sport, conviviality, and tradition. Participants follow a panoramic path between the capitals of the Val d’Alpone, ending at the Gini winery. The walk is marked and manned by staff from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM, and includes a set of nine refreshment points along the routes.

Which routes are available and what distances do they cover?

• →6 km – Flat
• →9 km – Light hill
• →14 km – Hilly
• →20 km – Panoramic hill

All tracks are available within the 7:30 AM‑9:30 AM departure window.

What are the departure times and departure window?

All routes depart between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM, depending on the chosen distance. The start times are staggered to accommodate the different distances while keeping the staff and refreshment points ready from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

How many refreshment points are there and what can be found at each?

There are nine refreshment points distributed along the routes. Each point offers drinks, toasted slices, and sweets, with additional local specialties such as polenta, sausage, minestrone, and hot chocolate depending on the route and kilometer marker.

Refreshment points by route

Route 6 km

• →Km 3 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets (Alpini of Costalunga)

Route 9 km

• →Km 3 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, polenta & sausage (Alpini of Brognoligo)
• →Km 8 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, polenta & sausage, hot chocolate (Monteforte Volunteers)

Route 14 km

• →Km 3 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, polenta & sausage (Alpini of Brognoligo)
• →Km 8 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, minestrone (Alpini of Monteforte)
• →Km 10 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, polenta (Alpini of Soave)
• →Km 13 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, polenta & sausage, hot chocolate (Monteforte Volunteers)

Route 20 km

• →Km 3 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets (Alpini of Costalunga)
• →Km 9 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, polenta & sausage, hot chocolate (Monteforte Volunteers)
• →Km 12 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets (Mirandolo Group)
• →Km 15 – Drinks, toasted slices, sweets, minestrone (Alpini di Monteforte)
• →Km 20 – Drinks, sweets, hot chocolate (Monteforte Volunteers)

What is included in the finish line refreshment?

At the finish line, participants receive a serving of Tortellini Avesani, a traditional dish that celebrates local culinary heritage.

What awards are presented at the event?

The main award is the 49th Sant’Antonio Abate Trophy, presented to the overall winner of the march. Additional recognitions may be given for best participation in the different distance categories, although specific categories are not listed.

What are the registration fees and what do they include?

• →Reduced Fee – €5.00 (includes a bottle of wine). Available until departure time.
• →Promotional Gift Fee – €12.00 (includes a custom stain‑resistant tablecloth, a bottle of Collis sparkling wine, 3 Hawaiiki fruit juices, and a package of Merlini products). Available until bibs are exhausted.
• →Non‑FIASP members – an additional €1.00 on top of the chosen fee.
• →Home Bib Shipment – €3.00 for up to 10 bibs; €6.00 for 11 bibs or more.

Are there any discounts for certain participants?

The reduced fee of €5.00 is available to all participants until the departure time on the event day. The promotional gift fee is a fixed price that includes additional items and is available until bibs are exhausted. No other discount categories are specified.

How are bibs delivered?

Bibs can be shipped to participants' homes. Shipping costs are €3.00 for up to 10 bibs and €6.00 for 11 or more bibs. Participants who register online can request home shipment during the registration process.