The 11th edition of Adamello Ultra Trail, staged in the Pontedilegno–Tonale area, earned unanimous appreciation from more than 1,000 runners representing 34 Countries. Simon Krautloher and Kristina Kmetova claimed the 170 km crowns, Alessandro Affolati and Beliana Hilbert triumphed in the 100 km, Luca Arrigoni and Paola Gelpi ruled the 60 km. On Saturday evening, the 35 km concluded with Italian victories for Alessandro Mioli and Margherita Vitali
Adamello Ultra Trail’s 11th edition concluded on Sunday, September 28th in Vezza d’Oglio, Italy, earning rave feedback from the international field. Athletes praised the organisers for their shift course adjustments after unstable weather forced the removal of some iconic high-altitude sections above 2,500 metres.
“It’s never easy to cut legendary spots like the Contrabbandieri Pass or the Bocchette di Valmassa,” said the organising committee of Adamello Ultra Trail ASD. “However, athlete safety always comes first. Competitors understood and thanked us, proving once again the value of the team’s behind-the-scenes work.”
This edition broke every record set just a year ago: over 1,000 athletes, including more than 200 women, from 34 nations — with strong contingents from Germany, Great Britain and the Czech Republic — raced along the historic World War I routes of the Adamello and Stelvio Nature Parks.
Including the Adamello Vertical Kilometer and the Adamello Trail Junior, participation climbed close to 1,300 athletes.
“These numbers show we are moving in the right direction,” the organisers added. “Step by step, year after year, we’ve grown the event and welcomed runners from as far as Japan and Ireland. The inclusion in the TORX eXperience circuit has further boosted our international appeal. A huge thanks to every runner, volunteer, sponsor and partner — we look forward to seeing you again next year.”
The event’s success is also shared with its long-standing institutional as well as private partners, the latter led by MICO Sport — main sponsor for the eighth consecutive year — alongside Edison, Ferrino, DF Sport Specialist, Salice, and newcomer LOWA, the German outdoor footwear brand.
INTERNATIONAL TALENTS SHINE IN THE QUEEN DISTANCE
For the second year running, the 100-mile (170 km) ultra distance was claimed by international runners. Germany’s Simon Krautloher captured the men’s title on the shortened course of 154 km with 9,500 m of elevation gain in 22h27’36”, finding his winning rhythm after the 100 km mark.
Behind him, Italian ultra specialist Daniele Nava finished in 23h34’35”, securing his third consecutive podium, while France’s Fabien Piquerez completed the top three in 23h58’16’’.
In the women’s race, Slovakia’s Kristina Kmetova was in a league of her own, taking victory in 27h06’25”, well ahead of the chasers. Italian Sara Patricia Andreotta placed second in 33h00’48”, adding another podium to her 2025 season, followed by Austria’s Mirjam Muckenhuber in 33h14’15”.
AFFOLATI THE FASTEST MAN IN THE 100 KM DISTANCE, HILBERT GOES BACK-TO-BACK
On the 100 km distance – whose course was to 85 km with 5,000 m of climbing due to the weather conditions – Italy’s Alessandro Affolati improved on last year’s runner-up finish, winning in 9h18’01” ahead of compatriot Simone Vigolo (9h29’41’’). South Tyrolean Ivan Favretto claimed third in 9h45’47’’, moving up from fifth place in 2024.
Among the women, Germany’s Beliana Hilbert repeated her 2024 success, clocking 10h54’47”. She edged out Italy’s Dematteis twins, Luisa and Enrica, who crossed the line together in 11h14’47” and 11h14’50”.
ITALIANS ON TOP IN THE 60 KM
In only its second edition, the Adamello Half Trail 60 km (shortened to 58 km with 3,800 m of climbing) delivered all-Italian victories. Luca Arrigoni, fresh from winning the TOR100, confirmed his form with a time of 6h19’07”, more than 20 minutes ahead of Iacopo Barbieri (6h41’25”). Robert Oberhollenzer completed the podium in 6h46’30”.
Paola Gelpi continued her standout 2025 season with another win in 7h39’50”, her third major victory of the year. She was followed by Silvia Scipioni (8h24’18”) and defending champion Valentina Moderana (8h49’01”).
MIOLI AND VITALI RULE THE 35 KM
The shortest — but no less demanding — distance saw Italians prevail once again. Starting Saturday afternoon from Monno with a full field of 300 runners, the 35 km with 2,200 m of elevation gain went to Alessandro Mioli and Margherita Vitali, who set times of 3h26’40” and 3h40’57”. Vitali also smashed the previous course record by more than 15 minutes.
“This so-called ‘Short Trail’ is not exactly short,” Mioli joked at the finish. “I started strong and made the difference on the downhill. Since I recently moved here to Vezza d’Oglio, these trails feel like home to me and today’s win is extra special.”
Mioli edged Cristian Terzi by just over a minute (3h27’46”) and 2005-born Andrea Zenoni by two minutes (3h28’55”). Vitali’s triumph marked her fifth victory of the season, ahead of Sofia Toniolo (4h10’40”) and two-time winner Raffaella Rossi (4h13’49”).
“I honestly didn’t expect to win,” said Margherita Vitali afterwards. “2025 has been a magical year for me — I’m in great shape and feeling strong. My legs were good, and after a cautious start I gave it everything. Congratulations to the organisers for the perfect course and for putting on such a fantastic event.”
