{"id":9661,"date":"2026-07-29T10:31:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T08:31:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mairaoccitantrail.it\/2026\/07\/29\/faq-maira-occitan-trail-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T10:31:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T08:31:13","slug":"faq-maira-occitan-trail-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mairaoccitantrail.it\/en\/2026\/07\/29\/faq-maira-occitan-trail-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ \u2013 Maira Occitan Trail 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u00a0REGISTRATION & GENERAL REQUIREMENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. What are the requirements to participate in the Maira Occitan Trail?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    To take part in the race, you must:<\/p>\n

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    • be at least 18 years old<\/li>\n
    • hold a valid competitive medical certificate for athletics<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • be registered with a sports federation (FIDAL\/EPS) or have a RunCard<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      1. Can I participate without being a member of a running club?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Yes. You can participate by purchasing a RunCard<\/strong>, which allows non-club athletes to compete in official races in Italy.<\/p>\n

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        1. What is a RunCard and how much does it cost?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          The RunCard is a membership issued by the Italian Athletics Federation (FIDAL) that allows participation without club affiliation.<\/p>\n

          For foreign athletes<\/strong>, the cost is approximately \u20ac15 per year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

          \ud83c\udf0d INTERNATIONAL ATHLETES<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          1. I am a foreign athlete: can I join the Maira Occitan Trail?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Yes, international athletes are very welcome!
            \nHowever, you must comply with Italian regulations:<\/p>\n

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            • valid medical certificate<\/li>\n
            • federation membership or RunCard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              1. Is my medical certificate from my country valid?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                It depends.<\/p>\n

                Your certificate must comply with Italian law for competitive sports (DM 18\/02\/1982)<\/strong> and explicitly state fitness for competitive athletics<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                If it does not meet these requirements, it will not be accepted<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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                1. What can I do if my certificate is not valid?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  You have two options:<\/p>\n

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                  • obtain a compliant certificate in your home country<\/li>\n
                  • or get a new one in Italy<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                    1. Can I get the medical certificate in Italy before the race?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Yes, and this is a very common solution.<\/p>\n

                      Many international athletes:<\/p>\n

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                      • arrive 1\u20132 days before the race<\/strong><\/li>\n
                      • complete the medical exam locally<\/li>\n
                      • receive a valid certificate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        This fully complies with Italian regulations.<\/p>\n

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                        1. Where can I get the medical exam locally?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                          You can take the exam at certified sports medical centers in:<\/p>\n

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                          • Maira Valley<\/li>\n
                          • Dronero<\/li>\n
                          • Caraglio<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            \ud83d\udc49 Advance booking is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n

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                            1. What does the medical exam include?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                              The competitive sports medical exam usually includes:<\/p>\n

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                              • ECG at rest and under stress<\/li>\n
                              • lung function test (spirometry)<\/li>\n
                              • general medical check<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                This is mandatory by Italian law<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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                                1. How much does the medical exam cost in Italy?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                  Typically between \u20ac60 and \u20ac100<\/strong>, depending on the medical center.<\/p>\n

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                                  1. Should I get the medical certificate before or after the RunCard?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                    Recommended order:<\/p>\n

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                                    1. Get the medical certificate<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                    2. Obtain the certificate<\/li>\n
                                    3. Purchase the RunCard<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                    4. Complete your race registration<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                                      1. Can I register without a medical certificate?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                        No.
                                        \nA valid competitive medical certificate is mandatory by law<\/strong> in Italy.<\/p>\n

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                                        1. Is there a non-competitive race option?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                          Depending on the edition:<\/p>\n

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                                          • non-competitive events may not require a certificate<\/li>\n
                                          • but they do not have an official ranking<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                            \ud83d\udccc PRACTICAL INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                            1. When do I need to submit my medical certificate?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                              The certificate must:<\/p>\n

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                                              • be valid on race day<\/li>\n
                                              • be uploaded or presented within the deadlines set by the organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                Failure to provide it will result in disqualification.<\/p>\n

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                                                1. Practical tips for international athletes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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                                                  • Plan your arrival at least 2 days in advance<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                  • Book your medical exam early<\/li>\n
                                                  • Double-check certificate validity<\/li>\n
                                                  • Bring both digital and printed copies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                    \ud83d\udca1 Important note<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                    Italian regulations on sports medical certification are stricter than in many other countries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                                                    Without a compliant medical certificate, you will not be allowed to participate in the competitive race<\/strong>, regardless of your nationality.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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