Défi Vellave
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 6 km to 21 km with up to 540 m D+ in Monistrol-sur-Loire (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
Défi Vellave is an endurance sporting event in Monistrol-sur-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Monistrail (21 km, +540 m D+), Walking 20 km (20 km, +90 m D+), Walking 12 km (12 km, +54 m D+), Trail découverte (11 km, +200 m D+), Canicross (6 km, +100 m D+), and Walking 6 km (6 km, +27 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 (defivellave.fr).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monistrail | Trail Running | 21 km | +540 m | 586 m - 813 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 20 km | Walking & Hiking | 20 km | +90 m | 589 m - 627 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 12 km | Walking & Hiking | 12 km | +54 m | 592 m - 615 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail découverte | Trail Running | 11 km | +200 m | 595 m - 679 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Canicross | Trail Running | 6 km | +100 m | 598 m - 640 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 6 km | Walking & Hiking | 6 km | +27 m | 586 m - 597 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 586 m to 813 m above sea level (+540 m D+, -540 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 589 m to 627 m above sea level (+90 m D+, -90 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 592 m to 615 m above sea level (+54 m D+, -54 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 595 m to 679 m above sea level (+200 m D+, -200 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 598 m to 640 m above sea level (+100 m D+, -100 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 586 m to 597 m above sea level (+27 m D+, -27 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Défi Vellave take place?
Défi Vellave takes place in Monistrol-sur-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.2821° N, 4.1733° 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 Vellave?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Monistrail (21 km, +540 m D+), Walking 20 km (20 km, +90 m D+), Walking 12 km (12 km, +54 m D+), Trail découverte (11 km, +200 m D+), Canicross (6 km, +100 m D+), and Walking 6 km (6 km, +27 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Défi Vellave?
The main competition (Monistrail over 21 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +540 m of elevation gain and -540 m of elevation loss, ranging between 586 m and 813 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 Défi Vellave?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (defivellave.fr).