29–31 August 2025. After the outstanding success of Canfranc 2024, where the World Masters Mountain Running Championships first brought together all three WMRA disciplines across one weekend, the global masters community now turns its attention to Meduno for the 24th WMA/WMRA World Masters Mountain Running Championships.

Nestled at the gateway to Val Tramontina, Meduno sits amid the Friulian foothills and is renowned for the slopes of Monte Valinis, a landmark for aerial sports and a natural grandstand for mountain running. The town’s setting—between river beaches, historic hamlets and panoramic ridgelines—offers a spectacular arena for the three-race programme.

The Championships span three days, each with a distinct test:

• Friday, 29 August — Uphill: 5 km with 800 m+ of climb, rising from Meduno to the Monte Valinis summit pastures.

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• Saturday, 30 August — Long Distance: 34 km with ≈1,850 m of ascent/descent, a rugged circuit over Meduno’s ridgelines and forested valleys.

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• Sunday, 31 August — Classic: 14.1 km with ≈735 m up and down, the traditional finale to close the weekend.

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This trio of races ensures a variety of challenges while celebrating the unique terrain and breathtaking views of Meduno and the Meduna Valley.

A total of 1,183 entries from 36 countries will line up in Meduno, underlining the reach of masters mountain running across four continents. Highlights include:

• Europe: Italy,  Ireland, Germany, Spain, France
• Americas: Argentina,  Uruguay,  United States,  Mexico,  Canada
• Africa: Algeria, South Africa (two African nations represented)
• Oceania: Australia,  New Zealand

Italy brings the largest delegation (511), with strong numbers also from Ireland (102), Germany (64), France (59) and Austria (58).

The event is delivered by a seasoned LOC headed by Paolo Borsoi (president) with Franco Cristofoli (vice president) and Severino Bozzer (director), alongside race director Ennio Della Mea and a full operational team across course, medical, transport, accommodation, media and ceremonies. WMRA President Tomo Šarf and WMA President Margit Jungmann will oversee the Championships with their technical delegates.