10K races near Varazze

La Dieci di Vado e Quiliano is a 10 km road race held in Vado Ligure, within the province of Savona on the Ligurian coast. It takes place in early October, featuring a competitive national FIDAL race alongside a non-competitive 10 km option for those preferring the distance without official timing. The day begins early, with participants gathering from 7:30 AM, the competitive race starting at 9:30 AM, and the non-competitive run commencing shortly after. The race commences and concludes on the track, proceeding along a measured 10 km road course. A GPX file of the route is provided for runners who wish to review it beforehand. This marks the 12th edition, organized by SV561. Practical facilities include changing rooms and showers, but there is no bag drop service. Awards are scheduled for 11:00 AM. The prize draw is notably generous, with four return trips for two people and a car being drawn from all registered participants.

The Savona Half Marathon is a road race held in Savona, on Italy's Ligurian coast, with the city as its base and the Mediterranean Sea nearby. The primary event is a 21.097 km half marathon, starting from Via Paleocapa. It is an officially homologated Fidal competition with a 2 hour 45 minute time limit. For those seeking a shorter distance, there is the non-competitive Ten 10K. Families can participate in the 4.100 km non-competitive Family Run, which begins at Piazza Sisto IV. The half marathon course extends beyond central Savona, leading participants through Albissola Marina, Albisola Superiore, and Vado Ligure before looping back to the start. The 10K follows a more concise route from Savona to Albissola, offering a coastal-city atmosphere without the full half marathon distance. This event has been held annually since 1998, attracting competitive athletes, local participants, international runners, families, and walkers. A distinctive feature is that the Family Run permits participants to run with dogs.

Spotorno Run 10K is a morning 10 km road race held in Spotorno, on the Ligurian coast in the province of Savona. The main event is a FIDAL National race on a homologated course. Runners wishing to follow the same route without competing for rankings may enter the non-competitive 10 km. A 5 km Family Run is also available, open to all participants. The 10 km course consists of two 5 km laps, offering views towards Sant'Eugenio island. Podistica Savonese organizes the event, which includes a memorial dedication to Dario. The facilities are practical for a town race, providing bag drop, showers, and free parking for participants.