OFFICIAL RULES AND REGULATION – 9TH CHIANTI CLASSICO MARATHON

Organiser: A.S.D. Podistica Valdipesa, affiliated with UISP, under the patronage of the Municipalities of San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Greve in Chianti and Barberino Tavarnelle.

Event dates: Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 May 2027

Venue: Mercatale in Val di Pesa (Florence, Italy)

Official website: www.chianticlassicomarathon.com

The 9th edition of the Chianti Classico Marathon is a trail-running and recreational walking event. The event shall be held in accordance with these rules and regulations. Any official updates, amendments or notices will be published on the event website. By registering for the event, participants fully and unconditionally accept these rules and regulations.

1. PROGRAMME AND DISTANCES

Competitive Chianti Classico races (Trail Running)

• Ultra Trail (CCU): 47 km – positive elevation gain: +1,700 m – worth 2 ITRA points / UTMB Index. Start: Sunday 9 May 2027 at 7:00 a.m. – 200 race bibs.
• Trail (CCT): 22 km – positive elevation gain: +650 m – worth 1 ITRA point / UTMB Index. Start: Sunday 9 May 2027 at 8:30 a.m. – 500 race bibs.
• Short Trail (CCS): 10 km – positive elevation gain: +250 m – evening competitive race. Start: Saturday 8 May 2027 at 6:30 p.m. – 200 race bibs.

Non-competitive and special events

• Leisure Walk / Nordic Walking: 10 km. Start: Sunday 9 May 2027 at 9:00 a.m. The route is marked in blue.
• Children’s Mini Trail (ages 6–13): free on-site registration. Saturday 8 May 2027 at 4:30 p.m.
• A Ruota Libera: accompanied 4 km walk on a dedicated route for wheelchair users. Start: Sunday 9 May 2027 at 9:00 a.m. Free registration by email: aruotaliberasancasciano@gmail.com.

2. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Competitive races (Ultra Trail 47K, Trail 22K, evening Short Trail 10K)

Participants must have reached the minimum age by the date of the event: 16 years for the Short Trail 10K and 20 years for the 22K and 47K races. A valid competitive sports medical certificate specifically for athletics/track and field is mandatory on race day. Certificates using other descriptions (e.g. road running, running, triathlon, football, etc.) will not be accepted.

Eligible participants:

• Italian athletes who are registered members: athletes affiliated with clubs belonging to UISP, FIDAL or Sports Promotion Bodies (EPS) recognised by CONI.
• Italian athletes who are not registered members (“independent runners”): may register by providing a copy of a valid competitive medical certificate for athletics/track and field.
• Foreign athletes residing abroad:

• If registered with a federation affiliated with World Athletics, they must provide a valid club membership card and a self-declaration form confirming their membership.
• If not registered with a federation, they must provide a medical certificate compliant with Italian regulations (Ministerial Decree of 18 February 1982) or the official “Health Form” supplied by the organiser, completed, signed and stamped by their own doctor. The form must include a medical examination, urinalysis, ECG at rest and after exercise, and spirometry. The Health Form must be submitted for validation at least 10 days before the event.

2.2 Leisure Walk / Nordic Walking 10 km (Sunday)

No membership card or medical certificate is required for this recreational walk.

Open to participants of all ages. Children under 12 may participate free of charge.

The route is hilly and follows gravel roads and trails; the use of pushchairs is not recommended.

Pets are permitted, provided they are kept strictly on a lead.

2.3 A Ruota Libera and youth event (Sunday)

Section to be updated.

3. ENTRY FEES AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Registration opens on 15 October 2026. Entries must be submitted online via the official website: www.chianticlassicomarathon.com.

Online registration closes at midnight on 6 May 2027 or when the maximum number of race bibs has been reached.

3.1 Entry fee tables

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3.2 On-site registration

• Short Trail 10K only (Saturday): if race bibs remain available, registration will be possible at the event stands on Saturday 8 May from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The fee is €22 for independent runners / FIDAL / EPS members and €20 for UISP members.
• Leisure Walk 10K (Sunday): registration is open on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 May, up to 30 minutes before the start. A reduced fee of €5 is available without the race pack; it includes the food-and-wine refreshment stop.

3.3 Promotions, discounts and ITRA Elite athletes

Requests must be sent by email to iscrizioni@chianticlassicomarathon.com or info@iscrizioni.

• ITRA Elite athletes: dedicated discount codes are available to athletes with an ITRA score of at least 750 for men and 625 for women. Requests must be sent to iscrizioni@chianticlassicomarathon.com.
• Group/club entries: for the competitive Trail (22K) and Ultra Trail (47K) races, groups entered on a single list by 6 May 2027 receive the following discounts:

• 5–9 athletes: 10% discount.
• 10–20 athletes: 15% discount.
• 21 athletes or more: 25% discount.

3.4 Non-participation

If a participant is unable to take part and notifies the organiser at least 10 days before the event, the entry may be transferred to the 2028 edition or to another athlete, subject to a €5 administrative fee.

4. SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE ENTRY FEE AND RACE PACK

4.1 Services included

• Race bib with disposable timing chip (for competitive races).
• Medical assistance along the course and an advanced medical post at the finish.
• Water and food refreshment stations along the routes, plus refreshments at the finish.
• Sports hall used as changing facilities, with hot showers and toilets.
• Bag storage service.
• Official finisher’s medal for all athletes who finish the competitive 22K and 47K races.
• Lunch / pasta party included in the entry fee for the Trail 22K and Ultra Trail 47K. Meal vouchers for accompanying persons may be purchased at the Chianti Classico stand.

4.2 Race-pack contents

Race	Race-bib colour / numbers	Race-pack contents	Notes
CCU – Ultra Trail 47K	Red; 1–200	Official CCM technical garment; bottle of Chianti Classico wine; finisher’s medal; sponsor products; access to the Whip Live app.	Lunch included.
CCT – Trail 22K	Yellow; 450–950	Official CCM technical garment; bottle of Chianti Classico wine; finisher’s medal; sponsor products.	Lunch included.
CCS – Evening Short Trail 10K	White; 201–400	Bottle of Chianti Classico wine; sponsor products.	Refreshments at the finish.
Walking / Leisure Walk 10K	Blue; non-competitive; 1000–1550	Event T-shirt; food-and-wine refreshments; sponsor products.	Non-competitive.

Lunch is included in the entry fee for Trail and Ultra Trail participants. All other participants may purchase a lunch ticket directly at the stands set up by the organiser. Advance booking by email is appreciated for large groups: iscrizioni@chianticlassicomarathon.com.

Lunch will be served from 12:00 noon until the end of the event at the following venues:

• ARCI Casa del Popolo di Mercatale – Via Sonnino 64
• Circolo MCL di Mercatale – Via Gramsci 6

5. RACE-BIB AND TIMING-CHIP COLLECTION

Race bibs and race packs must be collected from the sports hall at the primary school, Via dei Cofferi 1, Mercatale Val di Pesa (Florence, Italy):

• Saturday 8 May 2027: 2:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. (Short Trail 10K bibs must be collected by 5:30 p.m. at the latest).
• Sunday 9 May 2027: from 6:00 a.m. until 30 minutes before the start of the participant’s race.

Race bibs are personal and non-transferable and must be worn clearly visible on the chest. The integrated timing chip must not be tampered with or bent.

6. AWARDS CEREMONIES

Award ceremonies will take place in the finish area in Piazza Vittorio Veneto. In the event of bad weather, they may be held in the sports hall.

6.1 CCS – Evening Short Trail 10K awards (Saturday 8 May)

Awards will be presented to the overall first male and first female finishers (outside the age categories), as well as the first male and first female Under-20 athletes (born in 2008–2009).

The top three male and female finishers in each of the following categories will also be awarded:

• Overall M/F: born 2007–1978.
• Veterans M/F: born 1977–1968.
• Silver M/F: born 1967–1958.
• Gold M/F: born in 1957 or earlier.

6.2 CCT Trail 22K and CCU Ultra Trail 47K awards (Sunday 9 May)

Category	Trail 22K	Ultra Trail 47K
Overall winners	1st male and 1st female (outside age categories)	1st male and 1st female (outside age categories)
Overall M/F (born 2007–1978)	Top 5 in each category	Top 5 in each category
Veterans M/F (born 1977–1968)	Top 5 in each category	Top 5 in each category
Silver M/F (born 1967 or earlier)	Top 3 in each category	Top 3 in each category

6.3 Challenge awards

A) CCS Evening 10K + CCU 47K B) CCS Evening 10K + CCT 22K

The top three men and top three women, regardless of age category, who successfully complete both races in Challenge A or B will receive awards.

The rankings will be determined by adding together the times recorded in the two races. Awards will go to the athletes who complete both races in the shortest combined time.

6.4 Club/team awards

Awards will be presented to the three sports clubs with the highest number of entries across the three competitive distances as of 6 May 2027, provided each club has at least five registered athletes.

7. ROUTES, COURSE MARKINGS AND EQUIPMENT

7.1 Course markings

• Ultra Trail 47K: fluorescent orange arrows.
• Trail 22K: fluorescent yellow arrows.
• Short Trail 10K / Leisure Walk 10K: blue arrows. The Short Trail and Leisure Walk routes follow the same course.

All participants must follow only the colour-coded markings for their own route and comply with instructions from race staff. The route will also be marked with coloured tape or fabric. Participants must follow the course strictly. Taking a shortcut will result in immediate disqualification.

7.2 Mandatory and recommended equipment

Checks may be carried out before and during the race to ensure that all competitors are carrying the mandatory equipment. Failure to carry this equipment may result in penalties or exclusion from the competition.

Refusal to undergo an equipment check during the race will result in immediate disqualification.

Mandatory equipment (competitive races):

Ultra Trail 47K:

• Fully charged mobile phone.
• Tracking app specified by the organiser, active throughout the race.
• Personal water supply.
• Cup or water bottle.
• Emergency whistle.

Trail 22K:

• Fully charged mobile phone.
• Cup or water bottle.
• Emergency whistle.

No cups will be provided at the refreshment stations along the course. Each athlete must bring their own bottle or cup to use at these stations.

Evening Short Trail 10K (Saturday): no mandatory equipment.

Recommended equipment: water supply, trail-running shoes, cap or bandana, and a windproof/waterproof jacket in case of adverse weather.

8. CUT-OFF TIME AND CHECKPOINTS (SUNDAY)

The cut-off time for completing the Sunday races is 3:00 p.m.

For the Ultra Trail 47K, there is an intermediate cut-off at Montefioralle, at kilometre 32, at 12:15 p.m. Athletes arriving at this checkpoint after the cut-off time will be stopped and transported to the finish area in vehicles provided by the organiser.

Except in the event of serious injury, competitors must withdraw only at the designated points, which will be communicated before the start and during the race briefing. In all cases, the competitor must immediately hand their race bib back to the organiser. A vehicle will be available to transport withdrawn competitors to the designated destination, if required. If a competitor fails to report their withdrawal and a search is consequently initiated, any resulting costs will be charged to that competitor.

9. ENVIRONMENT, SAFETY AND DISQUALIFICATION

Race staff and rescue personnel will be present along the course and will remain in constant contact with the start/finish area. Emergency vehicles will be stationed at various points along the course and at the start and finish. A resuscitation doctor and an advanced medical post will be available at the finish.

Any runner who needs assistance may request help by:

• Calling the emergency number printed on their race bib.
• Contacting race staff stationed along the course.
• Asking another runner to call for assistance.

Every runner must provide basic assistance to anyone in need during the race. However, do not move anyone suspected of having a fracture; call for assistance instead.

Please remember:

• Depending on race conditions and your location on the course, rescue services may take longer to arrive than expected. Your safety will also depend on the equipment you carry in your pack.
• The various assistance points will be identified during the briefing and at the start. Deploying vehicles and personnel outside these points necessarily requires resources to be moved from established stations and may temporarily affect safety arrangements. Requests for assistance must be justified by a genuine and immediate risk.
• If there is no immediate danger and you can reach an assistance point independently, you must continue to that point.
• Any runner who requests assistance from rescue personnel or a doctor is subject to their authority and must comply with their decisions.

Official rescue personnel and doctors are authorised to stop any runner they consider unfit to continue, by deactivating their race bib, and to evacuate runners they consider to be at risk using whatever means they deem appropriate. Where necessary, and in the interests of the person receiving assistance, rescue personnel may provide first aid and activate all appropriate emergency services.

Costs arising from the use of these exceptional services will be borne by the person receiving assistance. It is the runner’s responsibility to prepare and submit the necessary documentation to their personal insurer to seek any reimbursement. If the course coordinator cannot be contacted (the emergency number to call is printed on the race bib), participants may contact the emergency services directly by calling 112 in Italy, particularly in areas without mobile phone coverage.

Checkpoints will be established along the course, where race staff will monitor athletes as they pass.

Runners may not be accompanied for any part of the race by anyone who is not registered for the event.

Withdrawal from the race

Except in the event of serious injury, competitors must withdraw only at the designated points, which will be communicated before the start and during the race briefing. In all cases, the competitor must immediately hand their race bib back to the organiser. A vehicle will be available to transport withdrawn competitors to the designated destination, if required. If a competitor fails to report their withdrawal and a search is consequently initiated, any resulting costs will be charged to that competitor.

Environment

Competitors must behave respectfully towards the environment. In particular, they must not litter, pick flowers or disturb wildlife. Anyone caught leaving waste along the route will be disqualified and may also be subject to any penalties provided for under municipal regulations.

Course changes / race cancellation

In the event of severe weather conditions (fog, thunderstorms, extreme heat or other adverse weather), the organiser reserves the right to change the course, even at the last minute or while the race is in progress, in order to remove potential hazards or conditions causing serious discomfort to participants. Any changes will be communicated to participants and indicated by race staff during the briefing or before the start. The organiser also reserves the right to suspend or cancel the race without prior notice if weather conditions endanger participants, volunteers or rescue personnel, or for any other safety-related reason.

Environmental responsibility, safety and sanctions

• Environmental responsibility: the race takes place in parks and valuable natural areas. Littering along the route is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification. No single-use plastic cups will be provided at refreshment stations.
• Safety: race staff and medical personnel will be present along the course. In an emergency, competitors may call the emergency number printed on their race bib or dial 112.
• Grounds for disqualification: taking shortcuts; failure to carry mandatory equipment; littering; improper or disrespectful behaviour towards volunteers or organisers; failure to assist a competitor in difficulty.
• Grounds for penalties: failure to carry mandatory equipment. Penalties will be decided by the race committee, composed of race officials and the organising committee.

10. IMAGE RIGHTS AND PRIVACY

By registering, athletes expressly authorise the organiser to use, free of charge, images, photographs and videos taken during the event. Personal data provided will be processed in accordance with applicable privacy legislation (EU GDPR 2016/679) solely for the purposes of organising the event and communicating results.

11. INSURANCE

The organiser will take out third-party liability insurance covering the entire period of the event. Participation is at each competitor’s own responsibility. Competitors waive any right to bring claims against the organisers in the event of injury, damage or any further consequences arising from the race.

Runners acknowledge that they should not register for or take part in the event unless medically fit and, in particular, adequately trained. By completing registration, each participant accepts and assumes all risks associated with participation in the event, including any injuries sustained while travelling to or from the event.

The organisers, sponsors, volunteer groups and any other public or private entities involved in organising the event are fully released from liability. Participants acknowledge that any incident or claim arising from negligence on the part of the various parties may not be attributed to the organisation.

Participants release the owners, tenants and any third parties responsible for the land and roads used by the Ultra Trail, Trail and walking routes from liability.

12. COURSE CHANGES / RACE CANCELLATION

In the event of severe weather conditions (fog, thunderstorms, extreme heat or other adverse weather), the organiser reserves the right to change the course, even at the last minute or while the race is in progress, in order to remove potential hazards or conditions causing serious discomfort to participants. Any changes will be communicated to participants and indicated by race staff during the briefing or before the start. The organiser also reserves the right to suspend or cancel the race without prior notice if weather conditions endanger participants, volunteers or rescue personnel, or for any other safety-related reason.

Any matter not expressly covered by these rules and regulations shall be governed by the UISP regulations.