Lago Maggiore Marathon 2026: Route, Start Times and Registration

On Sunday, November 8, 2026, the Lago Maggiore Marathon returns for its 15th edition, confirming its place as one of the most important running events in the area. The event will take place along the Piedmontese shore of Lake Maggiore, connecting Arona, Stresa and Verbania through a scenic route that combines sport with beautiful views of the Borromean Gulf.

Organised by Sport PRO-MOTION A.S.D., the Lago Maggiore Marathon 2026 offers four distances, from the 42 km marathon to the 10 km race, as well as the 33 km race and the half marathon, which will have its finish line on the Stresa lakefront.

Around 3,000 runners are expected to take part in a day of sport along one of the most scenic running routes in Italy.

The Lago Maggiore Marathon 2026 Route

One of the distinctive features of the Lago Maggiore Marathon is its panoramic route, which follows the western shore of the lake and passes through some of the area's best-known towns.

The main races will start in Arona, from where participants will run north through towns such as Meina, Lesa, Belgirate and Stresa, with Lake Maggiore providing the backdrop to the event.

The route then continues towards Baveno and Verbania, with the finish line on the Pallanza lakefront for the marathon, the 33 km race and the 10 km race.

The Four Distances and Starting Times

The programme for Sunday, November 8 includes:

• 42 km Marathon: starts at 9:00 am from the Arona lakefront and finishes in Verbania Pallanza.
• 21 km Half Marathon: starts at 9:00 am from the Arona lakefront and finishes in Stresa.
• 33 km: starts at 9:30 am from the Arona lakefront and finishes in Verbania Pallanza.
• 10 km: starts at 11:30 am from Fondotoce, in the Piano Grande area, and finishes in Verbania Pallanza.

The four distances allow participants to choose the race best suited to their fitness and preparation, while sharing the experience of running along the shores of Lake Maggiore.

The Half Marathon from Arona to Stresa

For Stresa, one of the highlights of the event will be the finish of the 21.097 km Half Marathon, which will end at Piazzale Imbarcadero, on the town's lakefront.

Participants will depart from Arona at 9:00 am and follow the stretch of shoreline passing through Meina, Lesa and Belgirate, eventually reaching Stresa and its characteristic views of the Borromean Islands.

The finish line will also be an opportunity for residents, tourists and supporters to watch the runners arrive and experience the atmosphere of the event up close.

LMM Village: The Heart of the Event

The event will be accompanied by the LMM Village, set up on the Arona lakefront from November 6 to 8, 2026.

The Village will serve as a central meeting point for athletes and visitors, hosting race bib and race pack collection, exhibitors from the sports industry, services for participants and entertainment activities.

Opening hours will be:

• Friday, November 6: from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
• Saturday, November 7: from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.
• Sunday, November 8: from 7:00 am to 8:30 am.

Participants in the 10 km race will also be able to collect their race bibs at the Fondotoce starting area on Sunday, from 9:30 am to 11:15 am.

Registration for the Lago Maggiore Marathon 2026

Registration for the Lago Maggiore Marathon 2026 is available online through the event's official registration portal.

The deadline for online registration is Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Entry fees vary according to the chosen distance and registration period, while participation requirements are specified in the respective race regulations.

The following links are available to register or check your entry:

• Register for the Lago Maggiore Marathon 2026
• Check your registration

For updated entry fees, requirements and regulations, please visit the official Lago Maggiore Marathon website.

Traffic Restrictions and Road Closures During the Marathon

The Lago Maggiore Marathon will involve some traffic restrictions along the route, particularly on the SS33 Sempione state road and in the towns crossed by the event.

For Stresa and connections with nearby towns, the following road closures are planned:

• Arona–Stresa section: from 8:45 am to 12:00 pm.
• Stresa–Baveno–Feriolo–Fondotoce section: from 9:30 am to 1:15 pm.

Alternative routes indicated by the organisers include the A26 motorway and roads through the Alto Vergante area.

Residents, visitors and supporters are therefore advised to plan their journeys taking these traffic changes into account and to check for updates in the Traffic Restrictions section of the official website.