CAUT Curnis Auta Trail

A race taking place entirely along the ridge of the Valle Grana, closeby Cuneo.
Stunning views, wild landscapes, excellent organisation and precise route marking.
The race alternates between runnable sections and more technical sections, through high-mountain terrain.
Highly recommended

This was a really beautiful race, with a course surrounded by breathtaking scenery that alone made the effort worthwhile. The organization was also excellent: the shuttle service to the start was very convenient, and the post-race lunch was a great bonus. Having showers available at the finish was another detail that was much appreciated after spending so many hours on the trails.

If I had to suggest a few improvements, I would start with the race start time. In my opinion, it was too late. The heat became a real factor, and bad weather rolled in during the afternoon. In the mountains, conditions are usually much better in the morning, so an earlier start would allow runners to enjoy cooler temperatures and reduce the chances of running into afternoon storms.

Another issue was the long stretch between Rifugio Fauniera and Bivacco Bernardi without any water. With the temperatures we had, that section was tough for everyone. Starting earlier would also have helped reduce the impact of the heat.

Finally, I think the aid station at Bivacco Bernardi should be better stocked. It was missing Coca-Cola, electrolytes, and food, even though it’s probably the aid station where runners need them the most. Personally, I would prioritize this aid station over the last one.

Overall, though, this is a race I would definitely recommend. The course is stunning, the organization is solid, and it’s an experience well worth having.

In summary:

👍 Pros

* Breathtaking scenery.
* Excellent organization, with a shuttle service to the start and a post-race lunch.
* Showers available at the finish.

👎 Cons / Room for improvement

* Start time was too late, leading to hotter conditions and a higher chance of afternoon bad weather.
* The section between Rifugio Fauniera and Bivacco Bernardi is too long without water.
* The aid station at Bivacco Bernardi should be better stocked with Coca-Cola, electrolytes, and food, as it’s the point where runners need them the most.

An Absolutely Perfect Trail Running Experience
I had an incredible time at this trail race and honestly couldn’t ask for more. Every single detail was spot on, from the well-marked course to the stunning scenery along the route. The organization was outstanding — everything ran smoothly from start to finish, with great support at the aid stations and a genuinely warm atmosphere throughout.
I had an absolute blast the whole way through. It’s the kind of race that reminds you why you fell in love with trail running in the first place. Huge compliments to the organizers for putting together such a well-run, enjoyable event — I’d sign up again in a heartbeat and would recommend it to anyone who loves trails.
Five stars, no doubt about it. 🏔️🏃

Very well organised. An earlier kick-off would have helped the performance of the athletes (10am, too hot already!), but the possibility to shower at the end, the refreshing and restoring buffet and the good vibe at the arrival made my day.

Gara per l’80% corsa sulle creste. Panorami mozzafiato. Sentieri a tratti molto tecnici.Dal Ristoro del Fauniera al successivo del bivacco Bernardi ci sono 12km molto belli ma molto tecnici e senz’acqua, consigliato 1,5lt di capienza per non rimanere a secco. Discesa notevole, alternata tra tecnica e scorrevole ma molto divertente. Ottimo 3tempo

Gara impegnativa! Panorami da cartolina e dal Fauniera che sulla carta la gara è ‘finita’ inizia la parte più tecnica e impegnativa. Organizzazione e ristoro impeccabili. Pacco gara e premio finisher impareggiabili in nessuna altra gara! Eccizionale