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Take part to the IV edition of the eco marathon in Chianti region: October, 15-16-17 in Castelnuovo Berardenga
The eco marathon in Chianti means 42 and more Km through the enchanting Tuscan vegetation, among vineyards, olive trees and cornfields. It’s a good opportunity to know Castelnuovo Berardenga, another piece of the puzzle which confirms Tuscany to be one of the most beautiful Italian regions (Florence is, in fact, the first one on my top-10-places-to-see-before-you-die list!)
Wikipedia describes Trails Running as “a variant on running that differs markedly from road running and track running. Trail running generally takes place on hiking trails, most commonly single track trails, although fire roads are not uncommon”. Trail running is particularly popular in the UK and in the USA. Italy has developed an own form of trail running, which counts a marathon route (42 Km) surrounded by nature: the Eco marathon (eco maratona).
A real eco marathon circuit has grown and the marathons take place in some of the most beautiful natural parks of Italy.
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Next eco marathon will take place in Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena. The route will develop through the Chianti region, popular for its superb red wine well-known all over the world.
Don’t you feel enough fit to take part to the eco marathon in Chianti? No problem at all: you can choose the eco passeggiata (eco stroll, 10 Km). Two different routes that cross their paths at the charming Borgo San Giusmé.
The Comitato which organizes the eco marathon also run “Domenica in Chianti” (Sunday in Chanti) on October, 18. This festival allows the participants of the marathon to visit the surrounding castles and wine cellars, as well as (in the afternoon) to stroll in the street markets offering local and artisanal products. Various charitable initiatives are also provided during the festival.
What do you think about Chianti eco marathon? Did you already take part to one of them? Share you experience with us!!!
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I am interested in the 2012 Marathon when and where will it be held and how do I register from Australia?
[...] Festa Dell’Uva was founded in 1926 to advertise the farm products of the Chianti. It was created with a modest idea like oxes pulling carts with each farm’s products to sell. [...]
Lucky they are those people who manage to run for 42 km... :)
You're right Masha, unfortunately I'm not one of them!! I would prefer taking part to the eco stroll :)
[...] lines of vineyards are the lay of the land in Chianti. When I traveled to Castellina in Chianti I was fascinated with all the hills of vineyards. The [...]
Hi Polly! In this page of their website, in the "Registration" section (below) http://www.ecomaratonadelchianti.it/website/index.php/welcome you can download the Health form; you can also find instruction on how to send it. Concerning other more specific questions, it would be better to contact directly the staff: there is an "help online" where you can leave an instant message; otherwise you can write to info@ecomaratonadelchianti.it. We will wait for your feedback about your experience :)
is the 10 km stroll/walk the same trail as the 42 km run?
[...] So where did the name Super Tuscan come from? IGT wines have no one reciepe. The blend can be anything and it doesn’t have to be stated on the label either. A Super Tuscan can be a signature of the winemaker with the help of the encologist. The wine can be made with any variety of grapes, either blended or pure, be matured in oak barrels and acquiring a good longevity. In years past, Chianti was very cheap and easily drank. It wasn’t considered a drink for the wealthy or well-off. Bettino Ricasoli suggested that adding the White Malvasia grape would strengthen the flavor and give the wine more life. The wine became weaker, hollow and unbalanced as they added more white grapes to the Chianti. [...]
Hi Giulia! I've registered for this amazing marathon but have a few questions for you - are there water, or aid stations along the route? - are we required to submit a health form prior to the race, if so where do I get one? - and - what are the age categories for runners? Thanks!
Hi Carol! The 10 Km stroll starts from the burg of San Gusmè and arrives to Castelnuovo Berardenga - it is the last part of the 42 Km.