The Monte Sole in Naturno becomes the natural stage for the Alpenplus Ötzi Trailrun, the must-attend event for trail running enthusiasts in South Tyrol.
The sixth edition, scheduled for April 11, 2026, invites athletes and outdoor lovers to enjoy a unique experience in the spectacular landscapes of the Texel Group Nature Park. Three different routes, breathtaking views, and the energy of a passionate running community will make this day unforgettable.
Registrations open on October 1, 2025: limited spots, unlimited emotions!
Alongside the main competition, there’s also the VIP Apple Kids Run, designed to introduce children to the joy of running and movement. Two age groups (5–8 years and 9–12 years) will face courses of 700 and 1400 meters, with fun obstacles to challenge their agility. Kids can participate with a parent and will receive a special keepsake at the finish.
Races
Sunny Mountain Trail
30 km – 2,100 m elevation gain
Start: 09:00 – Town Hall Square, Naturno
Finish: Town Hall Square, Naturno
Skyrace Naturno
15 km – 1,150 m elevation gain
Start: 10:00 – Town Hall Square, Naturno
Finish: Town Hall Square, Naturno
Just for Fun
8 km – 400 m elevation gain
Start: 11:00 – Town Hall Square, Naturno
Finish: Town Hall Square, Naturno
Unterstell Vertical
4.2 km – 760 m elevation gain
Start: Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 18:00 – Unterstell cable car valley station
Finish: Unterstell cable car mountain station
Program
Alpenplus Ötzi Trailrun Naturns
Thursday, 09.04.2026
04.30-05.30 pm Race number pick-up at the valley station of the Unterstell cable car
05.30 pm Starting formation and material control
06 pm Start of the Unterstell Vertical (Competitive & Amateur categories)
Followed by the awards ceremony at the mountain station of the Unterstell cable car (ca. 17.30 pm - last trip at 09 pm)
Friday, 10.04.2026
04-07.30 pm Distribution of the starting-numbers in the tourist-office Naturns
Saturday, 11.04.2026
06.30-10 am Distribution of the starting-numbers in the tourist-office Naturns
08 am Starting formation and material control "Sunny Mountain Trail"
08.30 am Briefing
09 am Start of the "Sunny Mountain Trail"
09.05 am Starting grid and material control "Skyrace"
09.30 am Briefing
10 am Start of the "Skyrace"
10.10 am Start of the VIP Apple Kids Run
11 am Start of the "Just for fun"
12.30 pm Award ceremony of the VIP Apple Kids Run
03 pm Award ceremony at the town hall square Naturns
