Trail Running

Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon

Trail Running covering 15 km to 100 km with up to 6,000 m D+ in Embrun (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

LocationEmbrun, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FranceShow on map(44.5642° N, 6.4959° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2021
Elevation gainUp to +6,000 m

Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon is an endurance sporting event in Embrun, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2021, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Lakes & Ponds, Eco-Friendly.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 100 km (100 km, +6,000 m D+), Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 60 km (60 km, +3,800 m D+), Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 30 km (30 km, +2,200 m D+), and Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 15 km (15 km, +913 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 (grandtrailserreponcon.com).

Official website
Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon in Embrun (Work: "Cap Morgiou-Calanques de Cassis", Photo: Tobi 87, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cap Morgiou-Calanques de Cassis" · Photo: Tobi 87 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadLakes & PondsEco-FriendlyKids & Youth RacesHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 100 kmTrail Running100 km+6,000 m781 m - 2,850 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 60 kmTrail Running60 km+3,800 m781 m - 2,552 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 30 kmTrail Running30 km+2,200 m781 m - 2,607 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 15 kmTrail Running15 km+913 m781 m - 1,694 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
100 km
Elevation gain
+6,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-6,000 m D-
Altitude range
781 m - 2,850 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
12 % / 35 %
Course format
Loop course
100 km+6,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS44.5505° N, 6.4791° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 781 m to 2,850 m above sea level (+6,000 m D+, -6,000 m D-)

Peak: 2,850 m·at 73 km·Ø 12 %
781 m1,471 m2,160 m2,850 m0 km20 km40 km60 km80 km100 km2,850 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon take place?

Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon takes place in Embrun, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 44.5642° N, 6.4959° 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 Trail de Serre-Ponçon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 100 km (100 km, +6,000 m D+), Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 60 km (60 km, +3,800 m D+), Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 30 km (30 km, +2,200 m D+), and Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 15 km (15 km, +913 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon?

The main competition (Grand Trail de Serre-Ponçon - Le 100 km over 100 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,000 m of elevation gain and -6,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 781 m and 2,850 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 Trail de Serre-Ponçon?

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