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Les lumières de la Muzelle
Les Deux Alpes, France
January 16, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km16 km11 km
SnowNight Run+3
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Écrins Massif: Trails, Road Races & Events
14 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 70 races in Races in Écrins Massif with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events144 confirmed dates
Competitions70Races & courses
Distances0.6 - 200 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+12,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Le tour des 6 Vallées de l'Oisans
Die Deux Alpes, France
July 4, 2027 to July 10, 2027Date confirmed
200 km100 km42 km41 km+9
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
GF Orcières
Orcières-Merlette, France
August 8, 2027Date confirmed
134 km78 km48 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail de la Haute Durance
L'Argentière-la-Bessée, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
31 km17 km10 km3.8 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Photo: Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Grand Trail des Écrins
Vallouise, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
57 km34 km23 km11 km
MountainHigh Altitude+4
Photo: Athetics123 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
The Trails of the Lakes of Orcières
Orcières, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
40 km25 km10 km3.3 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Photo: King Februarius · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsBike & RunTrail Running
La 3000 Express
Le Chazelet, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
23 km11 km
High AltitudeEco-Friendly+4
Photo: Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Serre Che Trail
Le Monêtier-les-Bains, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
60 km45 km26 km12 km
MountainForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 | Les lumières de la Muzelle | Les Deux Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 42 km21 km16 km11 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2027 - Jul 10, 2027 | Le tour des 6 Vallées de l'Oisans | Die Deux Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 200 km100 km42 km41 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2027 | GF Orcières | Orcières-Merlette, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Cycling | 134 km78 km48 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Trail de la Haute Durance | L'Argentière-la-Bessée, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail Running | 31 km17 km10 km3.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Grand Trail des Écrins | Vallouise, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 57 km34 km23 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | The Trails of the Lakes of Orcières | Orcières, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 40 km25 km10 km3.3 km |
| Date to be announced | La 3000 Express | Le Chazelet, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Bike & RunTrail Running | 23 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | Serre Che Trail | Le Monêtier-les-Bains, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail Running | 60 km45 km26 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de la Meije | La Grave, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail Running | 45 km27 km15 km4.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Le Trail Étoilé d'Orcières | Orcières, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 14 km8 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | The Women's Trail Festival | Die Deux Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 23 km12 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | Défi de la Muzelle | Die Deux Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 100 km50 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Écrins Massif (France, Écrins Massif) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 14 public events and 70 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Les Deux Alpes, Die Deux Alpes, Orcières-Merlette, and L'Argentière-la-Bessée. Notable events in the selection include Les lumières de la Muzelle, Le tour des 6 Vallées de l'Oisans, and GF Orcières.
Race distances span from 0.6 km to 200 km, reaching up to +12,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Écrins Massif includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Écrins Massif?
RunningCompass currently lists 14 verified events with 70 individual races in Races in Écrins Massif. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Les lumières de la Muzelle, Le tour des 6 Vallées de l'Oisans, and GF Orcières.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Écrins Massif?
Events in Races in Écrins Massif focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 0.6 km entry-level races up to 200 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Les Deux Alpes, Die Deux Alpes, Orcières-Merlette, and L'Argentière-la-Bessée.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Écrins Massif?
The most selective courses in Races in Écrins Massif climb up to +12,500 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Écrins Massif?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.