Trail Running

Duo de l'Hermitage

Trail Running covering 10 km to 40 km with up to 1,500 m D+ in Tain-l'Hermitage (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationTain-l'Hermitage, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.0722° N, 4.8398° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2012
Elevation gainUp to +1,500 m

Duo de l'Hermitage is an endurance sporting event in Tain-l'Hermitage, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2012, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Vineyards, Nature & Off-Road, Relay, Mountain.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including CIMALP Duo Challenge (Hermitage 15km + La Chapelle 25km) (40 km, +1,500 m D+), Duo La Chapelle (25 km, +900 m D+), Crédit Mutuel Challenge (Gambert 10km + Bergeron 14km) (24 km, +800 m D+), Duo Hermitage (15 km, +500 m D+), Duo Bergeron (14 km, +350 m D+), and Duo Gambert (10 km, +350 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 (duo-hermitage.com).

Official website
Duo de l'Hermitage in Tain-l'Hermitage (Work: "Campagna picena", Photo: Luigi936, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Campagna picena" · Photo: Luigi936 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

VineyardsNature & Off-RoadRelayMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-DayDuo

Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
CIMALP Duo Challenge (Hermitage 15km + La Chapelle 25km)Trail Running40 km+1,500 m113 m - 743 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Duo La ChapelleTrail Running25 km+900 m116 m - 494 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Crédit Mutuel Challenge (Gambert 10km + Bergeron 14km)Trail Running24 km+800 m119 m - 455 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Duo HermitageTrail Running15 km+500 m122 m - 332 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Duo BergeronTrail Running14 km+350 m125 m - 272 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Duo GambertTrail Running10 km+350 m113 m - 260 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
40 km
Elevation gain
+1,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,500 m D-
Altitude range
113 m - 743 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.5 % / 13.5 %
Course format
Loop course
40 km+1,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520253035FS45.0722° N, 4.8398° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 113 m to 743 m above sea level (+1,500 m D+, -1,500 m D-)

Peak: 743 m·at 19.5 km·Ø 7.5 %
113 m323 m533 m743 m0 km8 km16 km24 km32 km40 km743 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Duo de l'Hermitage take place?

Duo de l'Hermitage takes place in Tain-l'Hermitage, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.0722° N, 4.8398° 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 Duo de l'Hermitage?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including CIMALP Duo Challenge (Hermitage 15km + La Chapelle 25km) (40 km, +1,500 m D+), Duo La Chapelle (25 km, +900 m D+), Crédit Mutuel Challenge (Gambert 10km + Bergeron 14km) (24 km, +800 m D+), Duo Hermitage (15 km, +500 m D+), Duo Bergeron (14 km, +350 m D+), and Duo Gambert (10 km, +350 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Duo de l'Hermitage?

The main competition (CIMALP Duo Challenge (Hermitage 15km + La Chapelle 25km) over 40 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,500 m of elevation gain and -1,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 113 m and 743 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 Duo de l'Hermitage?

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