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Course de la Résistance

Road Cycling and Trail Running covering 8 km to 105 km with up to 1,450 m D+ in La Côte-Saint-André (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLa Côte-Saint-André, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.3945° N, 5.2591° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,450 m

Course de la Résistance is an endurance sporting event in La Côte-Saint-André, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Road Cycling, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Parcours Vélo Long 105 km (105 km, +1,450 m D+), Parcours Vélo Moyen 66 km (66 km, +760 m D+), Trail 36 km - Solo (36 km, +560 m D+), Trail 36 km - Relais à 2 (36 km, +560 m D+), Parcours Vélo Court 33 km (33 km, +200 m D+), and Grande Randonnée 20 km (20 km, +520 m D+) (8 competitions in total). 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 (coursedelaresistance.fr).

Official website
Course de la Résistance in La Côte-Saint-André (Work: "Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2024 PA200120", Photo: Fukumoto, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2024 PA200120" · Photo: Fukumoto · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainKids & Youth RacesRelayMulti-DayCity Run

Races & distances (8)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Parcours Vélo Long 105 kmRoad Cycling105 km+1,450 m182 m - 724 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Parcours Vélo Moyen 66 kmRoad Cycling66 km+760 m332 m - 712 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 36 km - SoloTrail Running36 km+560 m349 m - 637 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Trail 36 km - Relais à 2Trail Running36 km+560 m349 m - 637 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Parcours Vélo Court 33 kmRoad Cycling33 km+200 m332 m - 422 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Grande Randonnée 20 kmWalking & Hiking20 km+520 m412 m - 640 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course Nature 8 kmTrail Running8 km+240 m412 m - 579 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Petite Randonnée 8 kmWalking & Hiking8 km+240 m412 m - 579 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
105 km
Elevation gain
+1,450 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,450 m D-
Altitude range
182 m - 724 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
2.8 % / 16.3 %
Course format
Loop course
105 km+1,450 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS45.3961° N, 5.2628° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 182 m to 724 m above sea level (+1,450 m D+, -1,450 m D-)

Peak: 724 m·at 49.2 km·Ø 2.8 %
182 m363 m543 m724 m0 km21 km42 km63 km84 km105 km724 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Course de la Résistance take place?

Course de la Résistance takes place in La Côte-Saint-André, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.3945° N, 5.2591° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Course de la Résistance?

The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Parcours Vélo Long 105 km (105 km, +1,450 m D+), Parcours Vélo Moyen 66 km (66 km, +760 m D+), Trail 36 km - Solo (36 km, +560 m D+), Trail 36 km - Relais à 2 (36 km, +560 m D+), Parcours Vélo Court 33 km (33 km, +200 m D+), and Grande Randonnée 20 km (20 km, +520 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Cycling, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Course de la Résistance?

The main competition (Parcours Vélo Long 105 km over 105 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,450 m of elevation gain and -1,450 m of elevation loss, ranging between 182 m and 724 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Course de la Résistance?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (coursedelaresistance.fr).