Road Running

Défi du Col du Portet

Road Running covering 10 km to 42.2 km with up to 1,600 m D+ in Saint-Lary-Soulan (Occitanie, France)

LocationSaint-Lary-Soulan, Occitanie, FranceShow on map(42.8158° N, 0.3203° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,600 m

Défi du Col du Portet is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Lary-Soulan, Occitanie, FR focused on Road Running. Key features include Mountain, High Altitude, Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,600 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +1,404 m D+), and Road Running 10 km (10 km, +848 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 (defiduportet.com).

Official website
Défi du Col du Portet in Saint-Lary-Soulan (Work: "Runner finishes race and celebrates with supporters at the finish line during an event in a city street", Photo: Shixart1985, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Runner finishes race and celebrates with supporters at the finish line during an event in a city street" · Photo: Shixart1985 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

MountainHigh AltitudeNature & Off-RoadMulti-DayCity Run

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+1,600 m812 m - 2,213 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+1,404 m794 m - 2,213 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+848 m811 m - 1,659 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+1,600 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,987 m D-
Altitude range
812 m - 2,213 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10.9 % / 19.6 %
Course format
Point-to-point course
42.2 km+1,600 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS42.8331° N, 0.2365° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 812 m to 2,213 m above sea level (+1,600 m D+, -2,987 m D-)

Peak: 2,213 m·at 0 km·Ø 10.9 %
812 m1,279 m1,746 m2,213 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km2,213 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Défi du Col du Portet take place?

Défi du Col du Portet takes place in Saint-Lary-Soulan, Occitanie, FR (start area at coordinates 42.8158° N, 0.3203° 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 Défi du Col du Portet?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,600 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +1,404 m D+), and Road Running 10 km (10 km, +848 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Défi du Col du Portet?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +1,600 m of elevation gain and -2,987 m of elevation loss, ranging between 812 m and 2,213 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 Défi du Col du Portet?

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