AMA VK2
Date
The race is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026.
In case of bad weather, the race director’s decision is final and may decide to cancel the race or decide on a shorter version. In the event an athlete is unable to race due to postponement, the entry fee will not be reimbursed.
Registrations
The AMA VK2 is capped at 200 athletes. The number may vary depending on the conditions on the mountain and the final decision of the race director.
Exceeding entry requests will be placed on a waiting list and included in case of cancellations.
Entry fees
From January 9 to March 31:
€50 per person – entry and race bag
From April 1 to June 11:
€60 per person – entry and race bag
Course
AMA VK2 – 3,260m – Open race
Distance 9 km. Vertical climb 2,086m+
The course starts and finishes in Alagna Valsesia, 1,192m. It passes by the Bocchetta delle Pisse, 2,396m and summits at the Indren cable car station, 3,260m for a distance of 9 km and a total 2,086m vertical climb.
The race takes place on mountain trails with demanding uphill sections, exposed areas, steep pastures and scree and snow fields, possibly subject to severe environmental and weather conditions, summiting at 3,260m.
A high level of physical preparation is required, high altitude mountaineering experience, knowledge of the risks of the terrain and the ability to manage eventual sudden changes such as strong winds and below zero temperatures.
The respect of the environment and solidarity towards other competitors are among the principal requirements of this high altitude race.
Throwing trash outside the aid stations is subject to a penalty of 3’ to 20’ or disqualification in more serious cases.
Assistance from outsiders is allowed only within an area of +/- 100m of the aid stations.
The route is marked with flags and tape and/or coloured posts. Other signage may be communicated at the briefing and/or on race day. The signage must be followed on sight before the snow fields and on the exact course in the snow and on the glacier, subject disqualification.
Athletes
Competitors must have mountain running experience.
Athletes aged between 18 and 70 are admitted. They must be in possession of a medical certificate attesting to their racing ability.
In the event of a waiting list, priority will be given to athletes’ CVs.
Each athlete will receive a bib which must be visible at all times.
A timing chip is provided together with the bib which will be checked at the start together with the mandatory equipment.
Marshals at the cut-off check points have the faculty to decide if an athlete is not fit to continue the race in which case, to collect the bib.
It is NOT permitted to continue the race without the bib. In case of dropping out, the athlete must advise a marshal at the nearest CP, keeping the bib for access to the cable car.
Rescue service is provided in collaboration with the National Mountain Rescue Service and the Guardia di Finanza.
Equipment
Each athlete is directly responsible for their equipment during the race.
At the race start in Alagna, it is required to wear the following items:
- trail running shoes with snow gaiters
- thermal socks
- long tights
- long sleeved technical top
- sun glasses
- gloves
- head gear
- ARTVA turned on
It is compulsory to carry the following items:
- windproof jacket with hood
- micro crampons
- helmet
The use of micro-crampons and helmet from Alagna will be indicated at the briefing depending on the snow conditions.
It is NOT possible to take or leave any equipment from external people along the course.
The organisation does not provide backpack transport to the finish line.
Competitors may choose to carry water bottles or a 1 lt hydration pack.
Trail running poles are recommended.
Programme
Friday June 12, 2026
10:00 – Palazzetto dello Sport
Race office opening
Registration, bib and race bag pick up
19:00 – Palazzetto dello Sport
Race office closure
Saturday June 13, 2026
6:45-7:15 – Palazzetto dello Sport
Race office opening for AMA VK2 bib collection
7:30 – Piazza Grober
AMA VK2 start
9:00 – Punta Indren
Arrival of first athletes AMA VK2
15:00 – Piazza Grober
Prize giving ceremony
Cut-off times
Two time limit check points and cut-off times are placed at:
- Bocchetta delle Pisse: 2h30′
- Overall time limit: 4h30′
When athletes are stopped at a cut-off, it is NOT permitted to continue, even without bib.
It is NOT permitted to continue along the race course after Punta Indren without bib.
Aid stations
Two aid stations are available with food and beverages at:
- Bocchetta delle Pisse (2396m)
- Stazione Indren (3260m)
External aid for food and beverages (NO equipment) are allowed only around the aid stations.
Race results
Two results categories are recognised: overall MALE and overall FEMALE.
If the cut-off times are not met, the bib must be removed and it’s not possible to continue.
The time at the highest point reached will be registered in the final race results.
In case of deteriorating weather conditions during the race, the race director may decide to turn the race around. All competitors must immediately return to the finish line in Alagna. Also in this case, the results will be based on the highest point reached.
Prizes
Cash prizes will be announced as soon as possible.
Prizes will be awarded to the top three men and top three women.
Responsibility and insurance
Race entry signifies the unconditional acceptance of the regulations as set out by the Race Director.
Personal insurance is mandatory.
Athletes without a federal license insurance that do not include this type of race are obliged to take out a license for insurance.
Athletes must check if their insurance includes this type of race.
Athletes without a federal license insurance that do not include this type of race are obliged to take out a license for insurance. Athletes must check if their insurance includes this type of race. An option for foreign athletes can be found here.
The Race Committee declines any responsibility for eventual accidents caused by athletes’ conduct not conforming to the regulations or to third parties on the course for whatever reason or for others including spectators on or off the course.
For any points not specifically provided for in the present regulations, the general ISF rules will prevail: www.skyrunning.com
Course certification
AMA VK2 received the Certified Course Label by the International Skyrunning Federation and is listed among the 2026 Certified Courses.
This double Vertical Kilometer® is one of the most technical certified by the ISF, reaching technical level 3.
Parameters take into account for the technical evaluation are:
- Average incline
- Altitude
- Distance
- Terrain
- Vertical climb
- Technical features and/or use of specific equipment
