Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC)

Trail Running covering 11 km to 54 km with up to 3,800 m D+ in Charmey (Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland)

Location

Charmey, Canton of Fribourg, SwitzerlandShow on map(46.9490° N, 7.1579° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +3,800 m

Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC) is an endurance sporting event in Charmey, Canton of Fribourg, CH focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including GTC_54 (54 km, +3,800 m D+), GTC_24 (24 km, +1,500 m D+), and GTC_11 (11 km, +800 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 (gruyere-trail-charmey.ch).

Official website

Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC) in Charmey (Work: "Dreigestirn Schweiz", Photo: Nature act, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Dreigestirn Schweiz" · Photo: **Nature act** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Mountain High Altitude

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
GTC_54	Trail Running	54 km	+3,800 m	1,150 m - 2,746 m	Loop course	Route & profile
GTC_24	Trail Running	24 km	+1,500 m	1,153 m - 1,783 m	Loop course	Route & profile
GTC_11	Trail Running	11 km	+800 m	1,156 m - 1,492 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

54 km

Elevation gain

+3,800 m D+

Elevation loss

-3,800 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,746 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

14.1 % / 25.4 %

Course format

Loop course

54 km+3,800 m D+Peak 2,746 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,746 m above sea level (+3,800 m D+, -3,800 m D-)

Peak: 2,746 m·at 32.1 km·Ø 14.1 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC) take place?

Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC) takes place in Charmey, Canton of Fribourg, CH (start area at coordinates 46.949° N, 7.1579° 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 Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC)?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including GTC_54 (54 km, +3,800 m D+), GTC_24 (24 km, +1,500 m D+), and GTC_11 (11 km, +800 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC)?

The main competition (GTC_54 over 54 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,800 m of elevation gain and -3,800 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,746 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 Gruyère Trail Charmey (GTC)?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (gruyere-trail-charmey.ch).