Trail races in Piedmont — October 2026
Piedmont wraps Italy in Alps: Monviso, Monte Rosa and Pre-Alpine lakes such as Lake Orta, with top-level autumn trail.
1 race scheduled
Climate in Piedmont: Around the lakes, May-June and September-October are the good months; in October the chestnut forests turn autumn colours, though rain and mud can be the stars.
Race summary
1
Races
12 – 58 km
Distance range
360 – 3,653 D+
Elevation range
Oct
Race months
Difficulty
Tips for running in Piedmont in october
Wet leaves on rock are extremely slippery: reduce pace on technical descents.
Days shorten quickly: if your race is long, carry a headlamp even if you think you will not need it.
October is perfect for breaking in new footwear — take the chance to test shoes for next season.
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Essential trail running gear
Must-have gear to prepare for your mountain races
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.
Hoka
Hoka Speedgoat 7
The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.
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