28 January - 1 February 2027 CET

Founders Trip – Trentino, Italy & Marcialonga 2027

Founders Trip – Trentino, Italy & Marcialonga 2027 January 28 – February 1, 2027 

By popular request from all 2026 participants, we’re back in the Italian Alps! Ski the legendary Marcialonga, connect with peer founders, and enjoy curated workshops, networking, and alpine adventure.

Includes hotel 4 nights, all meals, dedicated Founders transport, professional waxing service, race registration, invites to optional pre-training, and a dedicated pre-WhatsApp group. For full details, see below.

Early Bird: SEK 22,500 + VAT. Payment due at registration – non-refundable (except take over by other founder member)

Register by March 15, 2026 to secure your spot. Limited places!

Contact: Niclas Carlsson – niclas.carlsson@foundersalliance.com

Warm welcome, 

Founders Alliance

All You Need to Know

Founders Trip Trentino Italy, incl Marcialonga 2027

January 28 - February 1 (+ optional Milan extension February 1-2, 2027.

Program Fee & Participation

  • Early Bird (until March 15, 2026): SEK 22,500 + VAT
  • Late Bird(March 16 – August 30, 2026): SEK 25,500 + VAT (subject to availability)

Payment Terms: Full payment is due at registration. All payments are non-refundable.

What’s Included

  • Full program from Thursday, January 28 – Monday, February 1 (see detailed program below)

  • Marcialonga race registration

  • Four hotel nights at Hotel Orso Grigio (shared room)

  • Meals included:

    • Four Founders Dinners: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (including extra Founders Party)

    • Three Founders Lunches: Friday, Saturday, Sunday

    • Four Founders Breakfasts: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday

  • Founders-exclusive transportation:

    • Airport transfers: Milano Linate Airport ↔ Cavalese

    • All local transport to and from program activities

  • Professional pre-race waxing-service

  • Invitations to optional pre - Founders Training activities (participation subject to additional cost coverage)

  • Full coordination by Niclas Carlsson

Additional Options 

  • Single Room Supplement: + SEK 5,000 + VAT 
  • Round-Trip Flight (via Founders Alliance booking service): + SEK 6,000 + VAT

💬 In short, we will set up a WhatsApp group for motivation, planning, and training – you’ll be added as soon as you confirm

Flights (for those booked via Founders Alliance, if you do not book via Founders Alliance make sure you arrive and depart the same times)

  • Outbound – SAS | January 28

    • 07:00 – Arlanda Express from Stockholm Central

    • 07:30 – Group meet-up at Arlanda Terminal 5

      • Group booking number provided

      • Joint check-in for skis & luggage

    • 09:20 – Departure from Stockholm Arlanda (ARN)

  • Return – SAS | February 1

    • 12:55 – Departure from Milan

    • 15:40 – Arrival at Stockholm Arlanda (ARN)

Program (CET)

12:15 PM

Meet-up at Milano Linate Airport

Milano Linate Airport
01:00 PM

Bus departs for Cavalese

Bus Transport from Linate Airport to Cavalese
05:00 PM

Arrival at hotel & check-in

Check in at the Hotel Orso Grigio

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Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese
05:30 PM

Founders Welcoming Workshop

  • Founder Introductions & Exchange. Brief founder introductions followed by open exchange and peer insights.
  • Inspiration & Preparation. A moment to align, reflect, and set intentions for the days ahead.
  • Welcoming Drinks Relaxed welcome drinks to connect and kick off conversations.
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Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese
07:00 PM

Founders Dinner at the hotel

Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese

09:00 AM

Breakfast at the hotel

Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese
10:00 AM

Founders Bus Transport to Passo di Lavazè

Bus Transport from Hotel to Passo Lavazè
10:30 AM

Passo di Lavazè

Passo di Lavazè. A scenic mountain setting for fresh air, focus, and perspective.

Cross-Country Skiing. An energising cross-country ski experience, adapted to all levels.

Founders Lunch & Networking. Informal networking over good food and meaningful conversations.

Lunch at Agritur Malga Daiano. Local cuisine and authentic flavours in a traditional alpine setting.

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Passo di Lavazè
02:00 PM

Bus back to Hotel Orso Grigio

Bus Transport from Passo di Lavazè to the Hotel Orso Grigio
03:00 PM

Cavalese Session - Marcialonga Exhibition

Visit Marcialonga Exhibition. Explore the exhibition area, soak up the atmosphere, and get inspired ahead of the race.

Pick Up Race Numbers & Bibs. Collect your race number and bib, get organised, and be ready for the days ahead.

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Marcialonga Exhibition in Cavalese
05:30 PM

Founders Workshop

Founder Exchange. Connect, share insights, and spark new ideas with fellow founders.

Inspiration & Preparation .Set intentions and get inspired for the race ahead.

Aperitifs Before Dinner. Relaxed drinks to unwind and continue conversations before dinner.

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Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese
07:00 PM

Founders Dinner at the hotel

Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese

09:00 AM

Breakfast

Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese
10:00 AM

Bus to Moena

Bus from hotel to Val di Fiemme
10:30 AM

XC Skiing from Moena to Val di Fiemme

XC Skiing. Glide through stunning alpine scenery at Val di Fiemme Olympic Stadium back to Cavalese.

Founders Lunch. Reconnect and network over a relaxed, energizing lunch in Cavalese.

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XC Skiing Olympic stadium Val di Fiemme
02:00 PM

Preparation Time

Preparation Time. Get ready for the race ahead with focused ski waxing and race preparations.

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Cavalese
07:00 PM

Founders Pre-Race Dinner

Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese

05:30 AM

Race Day - Breakfast opens

Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese
06:00 AM

Breakfast

Hotel Orso Grigio, Via Giovanelli 5,
Cavalese
06:45 AM

Bus to Start Area in Moena

Bus to Start Area in Moena

  • Transfers for both 45 km & 70 km races.
  • Estimated travel time: 30–60 minutes.
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Bus to Start Area in Moena
08:00 AM

Elite start (great to watch!) in Moena

Elite Start in Moena. Exciting to watch! Each start group begins with a 7-minute interval. Your personal start time will be provided based on later registration and your provisioning of potential seeding.

At the finish:

45 km – Finish in Predazzo

  • Drinks & snacks at finish provided by organiser.

  • Free buses back to Cavalese

  • Shower at hotel

  • Return to finish area for atmosphere & simple lunch (bib required)

70 km – Finish in Cavalese

  • Drinks, snacks & meal included (bib required)

  • 12:00–17:00 – Founders Meet up with lunch, snacks and celebration at special location - the pizzeria near the finish.

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From Moena to Predazzo and Cavalese
08:00 PM

Founders Dinner and Party

Cavalese

07:00 AM

Bus departs hotel for Milano Linate Airport.

Bus to Milano Linate Airport. Departs from the hotel. A separate later bus will be arranged for those staying in Milan.

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Bus Transport from Hotel Orso Grigio to Linate Airport or Milan
11:00 AM

Arrival at the Milan Linate Airport

Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
12:55 PM

Departure for Stockholm

From Milan Linate Airport to Stockholm Arlanda
03:40 PM

Arrival at Stockholm Arlanda

Stockholm Arlanda

Marcialonga – Italy’s Legendary Long-Distance Ski Race

Marcialonga is one of Europe’s most iconic cross-country ski races, held annually in the stunning valleys of Trentino, Northern Italy.

First organized in 1971, this long-distance classic-style race stretches over 70 kilometers, weaving its way through picturesque alpine villages and the dramatic Dolomites landscape.

More than just a competition, Marcialonga is a celebration of endurance, tradition, and community.

Athletes from all over the world – from elite skiers to passionate amateurs – gather in late January to take on the challenge, cheered on by enthusiastic locals lining the snowy course.

The route, starting in Moena and finishing in Cavalese, is famous not only for its breathtaking scenery but also for the final, grueling uphill climb known as the “Cascata.”

Marcialonga is part of the Vasaloppet and Visma Ski Classics series, placing it among the top international long-distance ski events. Beyond the main race, the Marcialonga organization hosts several other events throughout the year, including Marcialonga Cycling and Marcialonga Running, making it a year-round symbol of active lifestyle and sporting excellence.

Whether you’re racing, supporting, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Marcialonga is a true winter adventure – where history meets heart and snow meets soul.

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