Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse

Trail Running covering 7.5 km to 77 km with up to 4,250 m D+ in Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLe Sappey-en-Chartreuse, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.2598° N, 5.7768° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,250 m

Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse is an endurance sporting event in Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Ultra solo - 77 km (77 km, +4,250 m D+), Grand Duc Relais à 2 (77 km, +4,250 m D+), Grand Duc Relais à 5 (77 km, +4,250 m D+), Moyen Duc (46 km, +2,280 m D+), Sky Duc (24 km, +1,450 m D+), and Chouette Trail (7.5 km, +300 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 (grandduc.fr).

Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse in Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse (Work: "Grand Combin 2", Photo: Rémih, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultra solo - 77 kmTrail Running77 km+4,250 m580 m - 1,855 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Grand Duc Relais à 2Trail Running77 km+4,250 m212 m - 1,997 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Grand Duc Relais à 5Trail Running77 km+4,250 m215 m - 2,000 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Moyen DucTrail Running46 km+2,280 m635 m - 1,847 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Sky DucTrail Running24 km+1,450 m601 m - 1,669 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Chouette TrailTrail Running7.5 km+300 m209 m - 335 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
77 km
Elevation gain
+4,250 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,250 m D-
Altitude range
580 m - 1,855 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11 % / 35 %
Course format
Loop course
77 km+4,250 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS45.4526° N, 5.8830° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 580 m to 1,855 m above sea level (+4,250 m D+, -4,250 m D-)

Peak: 1,855 m·at 16.3 km·Ø 11 %
580 m1,005 m1,430 m1,855 m0 km15.4 km30.8 km46.2 km61.6 km77 km1,855 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse take place?

Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse takes place in Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.2598° N, 5.7768° 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 Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Ultra solo - 77 km (77 km, +4,250 m D+), Grand Duc Relais à 2 (77 km, +4,250 m D+), Grand Duc Relais à 5 (77 km, +4,250 m D+), Moyen Duc (46 km, +2,280 m D+), Sky Duc (24 km, +1,450 m D+), and Chouette Trail (7.5 km, +300 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse?

The main competition (Ultra solo - 77 km over 77 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,250 m of elevation gain and -4,250 m of elevation loss, ranging between 580 m and 1,855 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 Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse?

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