Lake Maggiore Half Marathon - Stresa > Verbania-Pallanza

Between Stresa and Verbania-Pallanza, the Lake Maggiore Half Marathon offers a fast, scenic run along the shores of Lake Maggiore in Italy's Piedmont region. The course follows the coast against the backdrop of the Borromean Gulf. An event renowned for its fluid route and timekeeping potential.

Léman Running World partner race: -20 % on race numbers with the code SPM/2026.

Course

Half marathon - 21.097 km

• Departure : Stresa (lakeside)

• Arrival : Verbania-Pallanza

• Official distance : 21.0975 km

• Time limit : 3h

• Terrain : asphalt road

• Profile: rolling, gentle gradient

The course runs alongside the lake on a road closed to traffic. The profile remains regular, suitable for runners aiming for a time as well as those who want to enjoy a run in an open, natural setting.

10 km

• Departure : Verbania Fondotoce (Isolino zone)

• Arrival : Verbania-Pallanza

• Time limit : 1h30

• Terrain : route

• Profile: flat and fast

An accessible format for discovering the event or working on speed on a flowing track.

Atmosphere and organisation

The event brings together Italian and international runners. The atmosphere remains sporty and dynamic, with a start village at the Palacongressi in Stresa for collecting race numbers.

The half-marathon course is renowned for its consistency and fast pace. It attracts both experienced runners and amateurs preparing for spring.

Access

The Lake Maggiore region is easily accessible from French-speaking Switzerland and neighbouring France. The departure and arrival areas can be reached quickly by train or car.

A fast road race by the lake, ideal for kicking off the season and testing your form over a 10km or half-marathon.