Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Atlas Quest

Trail Running covering 12 km to 105 km with up to 8,000 m D+ in Oukaïmeden (Marrakech-Safi, Morocco)

LocationOukaïmeden, Marrakech-Safi, MoroccoShow on map(31.2027° N, 7.8586° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +8,000 m

Atlas Quest is an endurance sporting event in Oukaïmeden, Marrakech-Safi, MA focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Relay, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Ultra Trail Atlas Toubkal (solo ou duo) (105 km, +8,000 m D+), Challenge de l'Atlas (68 km, +4,000 m D+), Marathon de l’Atlas (42 km, +2,600 m D+), La virée d’Ikkiss (26 km, +1,400 m D+), and Amazigh Trail (12 km, +600 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trail-atlasquest.com).

Official website
Atlas Quest in Oukaïmeden (Work: "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)", Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)" · Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainRelayHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultra Trail Atlas Toubkal (solo ou duo)Trail Running105 km+8,000 m2,587 m - 5,947 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Challenge de l'AtlasTrail Running68 km+4,000 m2,590 m - 4,270 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon de l’AtlasTrail Running42 km+2,600 m2,593 m - 3,685 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La virée d’IkkissTrail Running26 km+1,400 m2,596 m - 3,184 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Amazigh TrailTrail Running12 km+600 m2,599 m - 2,851 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
105 km
Elevation gain
+8,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-8,000 m D-
Altitude range
2,587 m - 5,947 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
15.2 % / 27.4 %
Course format
Loop course
105 km+8,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS31.2027° N, 7.8586° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2,587 m to 5,947 m above sea level (+8,000 m D+, -8,000 m D-)

Peak: 5,947 m·at 41.8 km·Ø 15.2 %
2,587 m3,707 m4,827 m5,947 m0 km21 km42 km63 km84 km105 km5,947 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Atlas Quest take place?

Atlas Quest takes place in Oukaïmeden, Marrakech-Safi, MA (start area at coordinates 31.2027° N, 7.8586° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Atlas Quest?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Ultra Trail Atlas Toubkal (solo ou duo) (105 km, +8,000 m D+), Challenge de l'Atlas (68 km, +4,000 m D+), Marathon de l’Atlas (42 km, +2,600 m D+), La virée d’Ikkiss (26 km, +1,400 m D+), and Amazigh Trail (12 km, +600 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Atlas Quest?

The main competition (Ultra Trail Atlas Toubkal (solo ou duo) over 105 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +8,000 m of elevation gain and -8,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2,587 m and 5,947 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Atlas Quest?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trail-atlasquest.com).