L'Échappée Belle
Trail Running covering 21 km to 152 km with up to 11,390 m D+ in Vizille (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
L'Échappée Belle is an endurance sporting event in Vizille, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2013, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include High Altitude, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Lakes & Ponds.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including L'Echappée Belle : l'intrégrale (152 km, +11,390 m D+), LE DÉFI DE MAURIENNE (145 km, +10,600 m D+), La Traversée Nord (96 km, +7,200 m D+), Le Parcours des Crêtes (63 km, +4,770 m D+), MARATRAIL 42 KM (42 km, +2,790 m D+), and Sky Race du Rocher Blanc (21 km, +2,000 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 (lechappeebelledonne.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L'Echappée Belle : l'intrégrale | Trail Running | 152 km | +11,390 m | 266 m - 5,050 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| LE DÉFI DE MAURIENNE | Trail Running | 145 km | +10,600 m | 269 m - 4,721 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Traversée Nord | Trail Running | 96 km | +7,200 m | 272 m - 4,952 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| Le Parcours des Crêtes | Trail Running | 63 km | +4,770 m | 275 m - 2,278 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| MARATRAIL 42 KM | Trail Running | 42 km | +2,790 m | 278 m - 1,450 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Sky Race du Rocher Blanc | Trail Running | 21 km | +2,000 m | 266 m - 1,106 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 266 m to 5,050 m above sea level (+11,390 m D+, -11,390 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 269 m to 4,721 m above sea level (+10,600 m D+, -10,600 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 272 m to 4,952 m above sea level (+7,200 m D+, -6,120 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 275 m to 2,278 m above sea level (+4,770 m D+, -4,770 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 278 m to 1,450 m above sea level (+2,790 m D+, -2,790 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 266 m to 1,106 m above sea level (+2,000 m D+, -2,000 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does L'Échappée Belle take place?
L'Échappée Belle takes place in Vizille, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.0755° N, 5.7734° 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 L'Échappée Belle?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including L'Echappée Belle : l'intrégrale (152 km, +11,390 m D+), LE DÉFI DE MAURIENNE (145 km, +10,600 m D+), La Traversée Nord (96 km, +7,200 m D+), Le Parcours des Crêtes (63 km, +4,770 m D+), MARATRAIL 42 KM (42 km, +2,790 m D+), and Sky Race du Rocher Blanc (21 km, +2,000 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for L'Échappée Belle?
The main competition (L'Echappée Belle : l'intrégrale over 152 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +11,390 m of elevation gain and -11,390 m of elevation loss, ranging between 266 m and 5,050 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 L'Échappée Belle?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lechappeebelledonne.com).