

The XTERRA Villacidro Skyrace, now in its 9th edition, will take place on March 28, becoming a true arena of effort and passion for skyrunning and trail lovers. Three races define the challenge: the Santu Miali Fast Hike (11 km, 750 m D+), the iconic Villacidro Skyrace (21 km, 1850 m D+), and the new Linas Ultra SkyMarathon (42 km, 2990 m D+). A race in the wild heart of Sardinia, where you run close to the sky and breathe pure freedom.
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Fri 2026.03.27
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Villacidro is a small, welcoming town located about 45 km from Cagliari, the main airport of Sardinia. Reaching Villacidro is quite easy, especially if you arrive by plane. The most convenient option is to fly into Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG), which is the closest and best-connected airport on the island.
Once you arrive in Cagliari, the easiest and most flexible way to reach Villacidro is by renting a car. The drive takes approximately 40–45 minutes and allows you to travel comfortably while also giving you the freedom to explore Sardinia during your stay. The road network is well developed, and Villacidro can be reached directly from Cagliari by taking the SS130 and then the SP196 via Villasor.
If you prefer not to drive, Villacidro is also accessible by public transport, although the journey is longer and may require a few connections. From Cagliari Airport, you can take a bus to the city center and then continue with a regional ARST bus to Villacidro. Alternatively, you can reach nearby towns such as San Gavino or Guspini by train and then continue to Villacidro by local bus or taxi. These options are reliable but take more time compared to traveling by car.
It is also possible to reach Sardinia through other airports, such as Olbia or Alghero, but these are much farther from Villacidro and involve longer and less direct journeys.
Overall, flying into Cagliari and renting a car is the best solution to reach Villacidro easily and to fully enjoy everything Sardinia has to offer.
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Cancellation by Participant:
If a participant wishes to cancel their registration for the trail event, they must notify the event organizers in writing via email or through the official registration platform.
Refunds will be provided according to the following schedule:
Cancellation more than 100 days before the event: Full refund minus a processing fee.
Cancellation less than 100 days before the event: No refund will be provided.
Cancellation by Event Organizers:
In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather conditions, natural disasters, or any other situation beyond the control of the organizers, the event may be canceled or postponed.
If the event is canceled by the organizers, participants will be notified as soon as possible, and efforts will be made to reschedule the event.
If rescheduling is not possible, participants will be offered the option to transfer their registration to a future event, taking into account any unrecoverable costs incurred by the organizers.
Transfers and Substitutions:
Participants may transfer their registration to another individual or defer their entry to a future event, subject to approval by the event organizers and any applicable transfer fees.
Force Majeure:
The event organizers shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this agreement if the delay or failure is caused by any circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, government action, or natural disasters.
By registering for the trail event, participants agree to abide by the terms and conditions outlined in this cancellation policy.
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If you would like to become a volunteer for the XTERRA Villacidro Skyrace, you are very welcome to join us. Volunteering is a great way to experience the race from the inside and be part of the event atmosphere.
To apply, simply send an email to [email protected], introducing yourself and expressing your interest in volunteering. The organizing team will get back to you with all the necessary information.













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