Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB takes place on Fri, Mar 19, 2027 in Castellina in Chianti, Italy. The main route is 46 km.
- Date
- Fri, Mar 19, 2027
- Start
- Castellina in Chianti 🇮🇹
- Distance
- 46 km
- Level
- Open to all
Your 22-week plan to Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB
The Base phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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The 46 km marathon-distance race of the Chianti by UTMB festival, starting from the castle square in Castellina in Chianti and climbing 1,650 m through the vineyards and white gravel roads of Tuscany.
What this race demands
The Chianti Marathon Trail requires sustained endurance over a 46 km distance combined with 1,650 meters of climbing through the Tuscan terrain. Athletes must manage significant elevation changes while maintaining pacing over gravel roads and vineyard trails in early spring.
Climbing volume
Accumulating 1,650 meters of elevation change over a 46 km trail requires strong climbing legs and muscular endurance for the ascents and descents.
Trail durability
Navigating white gravel roads and vineyards for 46 km places continuous stress on the lower limbs, demanding efficient technique and resilience over long distances.
A sustained effort of this duration requires consistent carbohydrate intake of 60 to 90 grams per hour to maintain energy levels and prevent late-race depletion.
Estimated finish times
Estimates by level, not promises. Your own number depends on your fitness on the day.
Your road to race day
Race day at Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB is 22 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Base10 weeks · Oct 17, 2026 – Dec 25, 2026
Aerobic foundation: mostly steady endurance work that grows the aerobic engine and the durability the later phases stand on.
02Build6 weeks · Dec 26, 2026 – Feb 5, 2027
Progressive overload: training load climbs in waves, with harder weeks stacked on the base and planned recovery weeks that let the gains land.
03Peak3 weeks · Feb 6, 2027 – Feb 26, 2027
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
04Taper2 weeks · Feb 27, 2027 – Mar 12, 2027
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
05Race week1 week · Mar 13, 2027 – Mar 19, 2027
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB?
Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB takes place on Fri, Mar 19, 2027 in Castellina in Chianti, Italy.
How long is Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB?
The main route is 46 km.
What does Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB demand?
The Chianti Marathon Trail requires sustained endurance over a 46 km distance combined with 1,650 meters of climbing through the Tuscan terrain. Athletes must manage significant elevation changes while maintaining pacing over gravel roads and vineyard trails in early spring.
Who is Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB for?
Chianti Marathon Trail by UTMB is open to all participants.
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