EDF Val Cenis Trail
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 10 km to 73 km with up to 4,300 m D+ in Val-Cenis (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
EDF Val Cenis Trail is an endurance sporting event in Val-Cenis, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 2010, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, High Altitude, Lakes & Ponds, Forest.
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Trail Noir (73 km, +4,300 m D+), Trail Noir (Relay of 2) (73 km, +4,300 m D+), Trail Rouge (58 km, +3,440 m D+), Trail Bleu (43 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail Vert (29 km, +1,700 m D+), and Trail Jaune (15 km, +820 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from July 31, 2027 to August 1, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trail-edf-valcenis.com).
Races & distances (8)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Noir | Trail Running | 73 km | +4,300 m | 1,396 m - 2,869 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Noir (Relay of 2) | Trail Running | 73 km | +4,300 m | 1,394 m - 3,200 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Rouge | Trail Running | 58 km | +3,440 m | 1,396 m - 2,900 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Bleu | Trail Running | 43 km | +2,500 m | 1,396 m - 2,655 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Vert | Trail Running | 29 km | +1,700 m | 1,396 m - 2,636 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Jaune | Trail Running | 15 km | +820 m | 1,390 m - 2,101 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Rose | Trail Running | 10 km | +500 m | 1,391 m - 1,818 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Rando | Walking & Hiking | 10 km | +500 m | 1,397 m - 1,607 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,396 m to 2,869 m above sea level (+4,300 m D+, -4,300 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,394 m to 3,200 m above sea level (+4,300 m D+, -4,300 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,396 m to 2,900 m above sea level (+3,440 m D+, -3,440 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,396 m to 2,655 m above sea level (+2,500 m D+, -2,500 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,396 m to 2,636 m above sea level (+1,700 m D+, -1,700 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,390 m to 2,101 m above sea level (+820 m D+, -820 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,391 m to 1,818 m above sea level (+500 m D+, -500 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,397 m to 1,607 m above sea level (+500 m D+, -500 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does EDF Val Cenis Trail take place?
EDF Val Cenis Trail takes place in Val-Cenis, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.2767° N, 6.8173° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from July 31, 2027 to August 1, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at EDF Val Cenis Trail?
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Trail Noir (73 km, +4,300 m D+), Trail Noir (Relay of 2) (73 km, +4,300 m D+), Trail Rouge (58 km, +3,440 m D+), Trail Bleu (43 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail Vert (29 km, +1,700 m D+), and Trail Jaune (15 km, +820 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for EDF Val Cenis Trail?
The main competition (Trail Noir over 73 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,300 m of elevation gain and -4,300 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,396 m and 2,869 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 EDF Val Cenis Trail?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trail-edf-valcenis.com).