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Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race
Friday, 25 June 2027
CMUR 70K (parejas)
70km D+ 5000m
CMUR 47K
47km D+ 2900m
CMUR 28K
28km D+ 1800m
CMUR 16K
16km D+ 700m
Your checklist for Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race
What you need, category by category, with our #1 pick for this race. Tick what you already have.
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GPS watch
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Suunto Run 2
Very light: 35 g case
Downside: 24 h of GPS: short for ultras over 100 km
Gear
Poles for 5,000 m of climbing
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Salomon Speedcross 6
Exceptional grip in mud and technical terrain
Downside: Average durability on pavement
Nutrition
Solid food at every checkpoint
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Maurten Gel 100
Hydrogel technology: excellent gastric tolerance
Downside: High price compared to other gels
Sun Protection
Sweat-resistant SPF50 cream, reapply at aid stations
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)ISDIN Fusion Water Sunscreen SPF 50+
Ultralight texture, feels invisible on skin
Downside: Small format (50 ml), may run short on ultras
Body Care
Anti-chafe balm on armpits, thighs and feet
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Julbo Aerospeed
Photochromic lenses: adapt from forest to summits
Downside: Higher price compared to non-photochromic glasses
Car Rental
Book in advance and check the mileage policy
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)DRIVALIA CarCloud Country Plus
Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Race data
Terrain
Ultra Trail
Difficulty
Elite
Distance
4 modalities
CMUR 70K (parejas)
- Distance
- 70 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 5000m
- Max Time
- -
CMUR 47K
- Distance
- 47 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 2900m
- Max Time
- -
CMUR 28K
- Distance
- 28 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1800m
- Max Time
- -
CMUR 16K
- Distance
- 16 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 700m
- Max Time
- -
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMUR 70K (parejas) | 70 km | D+ 5000m | - |
| CMUR 47K | 47 km | D+ 2900m | - |
| CMUR 28K | 28 km | D+ 1800m | - |
| CMUR 16K | 16 km | D+ 700m | - |
Will your watch battery last the ~19 h of Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race?Worked out for the longest course (70 km). See which watches reach the finish with GPS on and which die on the way.Check my watch Check my watchGear up for Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race
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Historical weather
What to wear at 10 °C: guide and kit →
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
7°C – 17°C
Average 13°C
Rain
47%
2.4 mm avg
Wind
9 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
14h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring a waterproof jacket (47% chance of rain)
Asics
Asics Gel-Trabuco 14 GTX
A best-selling beginner trail shoe: GEL cushioning, good stability and a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane. Versatile and reliable for training on mixed terrain in any weather.
Berghaus
Berghaus Paclite 2.0 GTX
Waterproof jacket with a Gore-Tex Paclite membrane (around 330 g). Fully waterproof with taped seams, fixed adjustable hood, storm flap behind the zip and cuff adjustment. Packs down small in a vest. Heavier than a pure running hardshell, but it meets the waterproof-breathable membrane requirement in race rules and is the affordable route into Gore-Tex.
Brooks
Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX
The Cascadia 20 with a GORE-TEX membrane: stability and protection for rocky mountain terrain, keeping the foot dry on cold, rainy days.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX Glove
Glove with a fully waterproof, windproof GORE-TEX membrane and light insulation. The pick for running in snow, sleet or heavy rain while keeping your hand dry.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear M GORE-TEX Thermo Glove
Warmer variant of the Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX: the same fully waterproof, windproof membrane, with extra thermal lining for intense cold on top of snow or rain. The pick when the problem isn't just water, but water AND hard cold at once.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Ultralight Gore-Tex Shakedry waterproof jacket (110 g). Full waterproofing without an inner membrane, highly breathable. The benchmark for mountain runners.
Nike
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX
The best-selling gateway trail shoe: comfortable, cushioned and versatile for moving from road to trail. Waterproof GORE-TEX version, perfect for beginners and easy runs on mixed terrain.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove built for running, not just standing still in the snow: a waterproof membrane with more dexterity and less bulk than a thick membrane glove, for sustained rain without giving up handling gels or poles.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti WP
Ultralight waterproof windproof jacket (135 g). Taped seams, adjustable hood and back ventilation. Packs into its own pocket.
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6 GTX
The Speedcross 6 with a GORE-TEX membrane: the same aggressive 5 mm lugs for mud and soft ground, now waterproof for winter, rain and snow.
Sealskinz
Sealskinz Waterproof Lightweight Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove from a brand that specializes in outdoor sport waterproofing. A solid middle ground between a thin windproof glove and a thick membrane glove: genuinely waterproof without the bulk or price of the Gore C5.
Shokz
Shokz OpenRun
Open-ear bone conduction headphones with IP67 rating: they take rain, mud and a rinse under the tap. Up to 8 h of battery and quick charge (10 min for 1.5 h). The most rugged pick of the range for training in bad weather.
TRIWONDER
TRIWONDER Waterproof Trail Gaiters
Waterproof, breathable low gaiters for trail running, hiking and mountain use. Under-shoe strap and adjustable elastic band. A budget-friendly alternative to premium technical brand gaiters.
Bring thermal layers (low of 7°C)
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Thermal tubular Buff with Primaloft technology. Traps body heat, ultralight and versatile: hat, neck gaiter, headband. Ideal for high mountain.
Craft
Craft Pro Hypervent LS Wind Top
Thermal top with a windproof ripstop panel on the chest and a highly ventilated soft jersey back. Built for high-intensity sessions in cold, windy conditions, with long cuffs and thumb loops.
HANKER
HANKER Thermal Neck Gaiter
Unisex thermal seamless neck gaiter in Soft Air Plus fabric (97% polyester). Seamless fit designed for trail running, cycling, motorcycling and outdoor sports. A budget alternative to Buff for moderate cold.
Icebreaker
Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis LS Crewe
Long-sleeve thermal top in 100% merino wool (200g). Natural temperature regulation, genuine multi-day odor resistance and a soft, non-itch handfeel from the fine merino yarn.
Odlo
Odlo Active Warm Eco
Long-sleeve thermal base layer made from recycled fabric with anti-odour treatment. Active thermal regulation, ideal as a base layer in the mountains.
Odlo
Odlo I-Thermic Women's Longsleeve
Women's long-sleeve thermal top with insulating panels placed over cold-sensitive areas (lower back and kidneys). A mid-layer built for genuinely cold winter conditions, mountain outings or cross-country-style trail sessions.
ROCKBROS
ROCKBROS Thermal Windproof Balaclava
Thermal windproof balaclava covering head, ears, cheeks and neck. Designed for cycling and motorcycling, it works just as well on windy, freezing trail runs.
Salomon
Salomon Agile LS Tee
Lightweight quick-dry polyester long-sleeve tee with underarm mesh, a side pocket and reflective details. Works as a standalone layer in mild cold or as a base layer under a windbreaker on colder days.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Run Tight
Long trail tights with stretchy, breathable fabric. Adjustable waist, zipped back pocket. Protection from cold and vegetation.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Thermal running gloves with a non-slip palm and touchscreen fingertips. Light, warm and compatible with poles.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock
Compression thermal top with a dual-layer fabric: ultra-warm brushed interior and quick-dry exterior. Second-skin compression fit with stretch mesh panels at the back and underarms for ventilation without losing warmth.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock (Men's)
Men's high-neck thermal compression top: brushed interior that holds heat and a quick-dry outer. Base layer for cold-weather runs.
Forecast for 25 June
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
The Matterhorn in pairs mode
Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race loops around the Matterhorn massif on the Italian side, based in Breuil-Cervinia, with four distances between 25 and 27 June 2027. The flagship is 70 km and 5,000 m of climbing run in pairs: both runners start, hit the checkpoints and finish together.
The rest of the programme is solo: 47 km with 2,900 m, 28 km with 1,800 m and 16 km with 700 m. All share the same scenery of snowfields, high lakes and huts under the south face of the Matterhorn.
A genuinely alpine course
The 70 km climbs the Valtournenche valley and the passes facing the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa, with snow patches well into June. There are hands-on sections and long scree descents.
Weather, kit and logistics
Late June in Cervinia means 5 °C at night and 18 °C by day, with possible afternoon storms. Mandatory kit is checked at bib collection and at some checkpoints.
Cervinia is 2 hours from Turin and 2 h 30 from Milan. Sleep in Breuil-Cervinia or Valtournenche: June beds are limited because many hotels open in July. More Aosta Valley races at /en/races/italia/valle-d-aosta/ and kit at /en/planner/.
360Complete Pack
CMUR entry
RegistrationThe 70 km pairs race has very limited places and needs both runners to enter together.
Tips
- •Find a partner before entering
- •Both check the kit list
Staying in Cervinia
AccommodationBreuil-Cervinia is a ski resort: June has rooms, but concentrated in the few hotels that open early.
Tips
- •Book in April
- •Valtournenche is 15 minutes away
High mountain kit
GearThe route goes above 3,000 m next to the Matterhorn: shell, blanket and gloves are mandatory.
Tips
- •Poles for 5,000 m of climbing
- •Glasses and sunscreen: snow lasts into June
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Fuelling 70 km
NutritionIn pairs the rhythm is set by the slower runner: use every aid station to eat properly.
Tips
- •Solid food at every checkpoint
- •Steady salt and fluids
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Getting to Cervinia
TransportFrom Turin on the A5 to Châtillon, then 30 minutes up the Valtournenche valley.
Tips
- •A car is essential
- •Seasonal bus from Châtillon
Car rental for Cervino Ultra
Car RentalA car makes it easier to reach the start and get around before and after the race.
Tips
- •Book in advance and check the mileage policy
- •Useful if your accommodation is far from the start
Sports insurance for Cervino Ultra
InsuranceCover your participation with insurance that includes medical assistance and mountain rescue.
Tips
- •Check that it covers the race format and elevation gain
- •Review rescue cover if the race is in the mountains
Sun protection for Cervino Ultra
Sun ProtectionSun exposure takes its toll on long races, especially on exposed sections and at midday.
Tips
- •Sweat-resistant SPF50 cream, reapply at aid stations
- •Protect lips, ears and neck
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Which sunscreen survives a sweaty long run? We compared 7 SPF 50 sweat-proof picks — creams, sticks and a lip balm — on heat, altitude UV and sweat resistance. See the winner.
Body care for Cervino Ultra
Body CareKilometres and descents punish feet and skin: anti-chafe balm and blister patches prevent DNFs.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe balm on armpits, thighs and feet
- •Blister patches in your pocket
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race 2027?
- From Friday 25 to Sunday 27 June 2027, based in Breuil-Cervinia.
- Is the 70 km run in pairs?
- Yes: it is a two-person team race with a mandatory joint start and finish.
- Are there solo distances?
- Yes: 47 km and 2,900 m, 28 km and 1,800 m and 16 km and 700 m, all solo.
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