On Sunday 20 July 2025, starting at 10:00 a.m . from the Enego-Marcesina Cross-Country Ski Center, the 12th edition of the LEM – LaEnegoMarcesina will take place, a trail running event that has now become an unmissable event for mountain running enthusiasts. 

A competitive event of great charm, which every year attracts athletes from all over the Triveneto and beyond, thanks to the unique beauty of the landscapes crossed. The event is organized by the Merck Wisen company, which manages the Enego-Marcesina Cross-Country Ski Center, in collaboration with the Municipalities of Enego and Grigno.

• The main race, a 21 km Half Marathon, winds along a suggestive route in the Marcesina Plain, which touches some of the symbolic places of the Asiago Plateau 7 Municipalities, such as the famous Eagle of Vaia, an imposing wooden work created by the sculptor Marco Martalar, which has become an emblem of the rebirth of the highland woods.
• In addition to the competitive test, a non-competitive 10 km walk is also offered on the same day, an opportunity to immerse yourself in nature among mountain huts, pastures and woods, to discover the territory of the Marcesina Plain. The walk is open to all with registration directly at the start (rate to be defined).

Requirements for participation in the LEM

In accordance with FIDAL regulations, athletes registered in Italy, aged 18 and over, who meet the following requirements, can participate in the LEM:

• Athletes registered for 2025 for FIDAL affiliated clubs
• Athletes holding a Runcard (aged 20 and over), valid as sports insurance and allowed to compete.

In both cases, it is mandatory to present a medical certificate of competitive fitness for athletics, valid on the date of the race, including a medical examination, complete urine test, electrocardiogram (at rest and under stress), spirometry.

In addition to FIDAL members and Runcard holders, the following can also participate:

• Athletes registered with a Sports Promotion Body (EPS), Athletics Section, in possession of Runcard-EPS, provided that they comply with the agreements in force with FIDAL. Also in this case, participation is subject to the presentation of a specific competitive medical certificate for athletics, valid on the date of the event, in the following ways:
• in original to the organization (preserved in copy)
• verifiable via Runcard database or electronic app

All medical certificates, even those for foreign athletes not residing in Italy, must include a medical examination, complete urine test, electrocardiogram (at rest and under stress), spirometry.

The path of the LEM 21K

The LEM route develops in a ring in the area of Valmaron and Marcesina, through one of the most fascinating landscapes of the Asiago Plateau: a vast plain full of mountain huts, pastures and spruce woods, which offers a mixed route between paved road, dirt road and forest sections, with a positive difference in height of about 200 meters. 

The entire route will be closed to vehicular traffic, and the passage of bicycles or motorized vehicles following the athletes is strictly prohibited, unless specifically authorized. The event will take place in all weather conditions.

Program of the day

• 7:30 a.m. – Meeting of juries and competitors at the Enego-Marcesina Cross-Country Ski Center
• 10:00 a.m. – Official start
• 1:30 p.m. – Award ceremony

LEM Registration – Terms, methods and fees

Registration is open until 13:00 on Friday 18 July 2025.

For on-site registrations, any modalities will be communicated through the official web channels of the event.

Single registrations:

• 25 € until 15 June 2025
• 30 € from 16 June to 8 July 2025
• 35 € from 9 to 18 July 2025

Group registrations:

• 20 € for groups of 15 to 50 athletes
• 18 € for groups of more than 50 athletes

Modality:

• Online: through the ENDU portal, valid for both individuals and groups. ENDU management fees are not included in the fee. Payment can be made by credit card or bank transfer, according to the methods indicated on the website.
• Offline (groups only): it is possible to send the list of subscribers by e-mail to using the Excel file provided by the organizers. The email must also include a copy of the bank transfer made payable to Merck Wisen Outdoor Srl.

In case of cancellation due to weather or health conditions, there is no refund of the registration fee.

Services included in the fee

• Race bib
• Electronic timing chip
• Liability insurance
• Medical assistance
• Race pack (collection together with the bib)
• Refreshments on the route

Bib and race pack collection

• Saturday 19/07 from 14:00 to 18:30
• Sunday 20/07 from 8:00 to 9:30 At the Enego-Marcesina Cross-Country Ski Center, Valmaron

ID required for pickup. 

Proxies without a copy of the delegate's document are not accepted.

Technical information

• Time limit: 3 hours
• Order of arrival: via active transponder (chip)
• Official timekeeping: by EvoData – Timing Data Solutions
• Online rankings: on the Endu portal
• Chip return obligation: otherwise, penalty of € 20

It is not allowed to transfer the registration to another athlete.

Participation with someone else's bib or accompanied by bicycles or animals will result in immediate disqualification.

Those who do not participate can postpone registration to 2026, subject to medical documentation

Safety and service

Security will be ensured by:

• Medical and healthcare personnel
• Volunteers of the organization
• Civil protection

Awards and leaderboards

The first three overall finishers, both male and female, in the general classification will be awarded. There are no cash prizes, but value vouchers, technical material or typical local products.

In addition, there are category prizes (not combinable with those of the general classification) for the following age groups:

Special prize also for the first classified resident on the Plateau, male and female. 

The 3 largest groups were awarded.

Ristori

Along the route there will be refreshment points every 5 km, with drinks and, at the end point, also food.

For the complete rules, consult the official channels of the event.