Stairways to heaven
Overview
Intro
The toughest vertical race in Europe. 1.2 km, 89% maximum slope, 790 m difference in height, 4261 steps. The race takes place on the historic stairs of the Piotta-Ritom funicular.
The toughest vertical race in Europe. 1.2 km, 89% maximum slope, 790 m difference in height, 4261 steps.
The race takes place on the historic stairs of the Piotta-Ritom funicular.
HOW TO REACH US
By train: stop at Piotta and then about 1.5 km on foot
By car: highway A2 (E35), coming from the North, exit AIROLO (Exit 41); coming from the South, exit QUINTO (Exit 42). Then continue towards the village of Piotta and look for the signs "Piotta-Ritom funicular station".
PROGRAM:
07:00-09:00 Chest distribution
09:15 Runners sack transport in arrival area
10:00 Departure first athlete followed 45'' away from the next one
14:00 End of the race
15:00 Award ceremony
Contact address |
info@stairways.ch
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Location |
6776 Piotta Schweiz |
Event Homepage | www.stairways.ch |
Opening hours |
Monday-Sunday
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Event dates
- 11 May 2024
- 12 May 2024