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Stairways to Heaven

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Piotta, Ticino, Switzerland

calendar_today 09 May, 2027

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Stairways to Heaven

About the Event

An extreme vertical challenge in Alta Valtellina, along the steps of the historic penstock that rises from Piateda toward the spectacular peaks of the Orobie.

The event focuses on the individual Vertical Race climb, a brutal ascent of approximately 4,261 steps with a breathtaking positive elevation gain concentrated in just a few kilometers.

A journey toward the sky, a test of pure strength and mental endurance dedicated to those who do not fear the incline and love extraordinary challenges.

Races Offered

Vertical

May 09, 2027

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Distance — Vertical

terrain

Type — Running

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282 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Piotta.

thermostat Temperature
5.6° / 14.2°
wb_sunny Feels like
3.6° / 12.4°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
9h 43m
water_drop Avg rainfall
5.3 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
1.6 cm
air Avg wind speed
5.2 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Low
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
Moderate (4.2)
humidity_mid Humidity
83.6%
wb_twilight Sunrise
05:50
nightlight Sunset
20:52

About Piotta

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Piotta may refer to:Piotta (musician) Piotta, Switzerland, in the municipality of Quinto, canton of Ticino

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