The Track:
Start from the race hospitality, then turn rigt around the park and after to get on Via Crispi, the main street through the village and leading up to the Lamola township where, turning left and then right, you take the first stretch of dirt road. The route continues slightly downhill to the hamlet of Montecchio where, follow the signs after a short stretch of asphalt, the two routes are divided, for SVT turn right and follow the path down to the SP98, cross (be careful, the security personnel for crossing) and continue uphill to the Petrella Cross. Cross the village, turn left and take the path marked by ups and downs that leads to the village of Croveglia where the two paths come together (be careful in case of single track in the rain can be very slippery), continuing downhill along the track which is divided in the midst of forests and carpini and roverelle you arrive in Cerpiano where, turning right, you will take the paved road. Arrived at the intersection with SP98 cross (be careful, follow the instructions of the security personnel to cross) and keep the left side of the road doing the utmost attention to open traffic. After 100 meters, turn left and take the steep path: after about two km take a steep path on the left where you will find the ropes tied to trees to facilitate the climb. The effort will be rewarded with the splendid view that you will find on the top, with also the refreshment. After being regenerated continue along the track for about 1 km: at this point the tracks are divided, for SVT turn right and follow the track, which in some places is characterized by single track with argyle ground in rain is very slippery. Follow the signs to the intersection with the SP7: cross (be careful, follow the instructions of the security personnel for crossing) and climb along the dirt road that after a few km rejoins the path of the AUT. Continue on the steep gravel road that will take you about 1 km to the beautiful Pieve di San Vitale where you will find a well-deserved rest (18km – 803 on the sea level). From there you will take the trail on the ridge from which you can admire on the right the valley of the river Tresinaro and left the valley of the river Secchia (note which also exposed stretches of single track). Once the ridge you will find yourself in front of the spectacular scenery of the Castle of Carpinete, perched on Antognano Mountain. At the foot of the climb that leads inside the walls you will have to cross the SP76 (attention, follow the instructions of the security staff to the crossing). Continuing along the cobblestone road you will enjoy the right vs the ancient castle and the Romanesque church. At this point the paths are divided again. For SVT, just out from the walls of the castle, turn right and take the downhill on Matildica path after 1.5 km takes you back in the village center of Carpineti. Pay attention to some road crossings because the traffic is open and follow the instructions of the security staff. Continue the path obligated to Matilde Park: congratulations, you are a SVT finisher!!
