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La Chaussée des Géants

Walking & Hiking and Trail Running covering 10 km to 51 km with up to 2,900 m D+ in Thueyts (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationThueyts, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(44.6757° N, 4.2219° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,900 m

La Chaussée des Géants is an endurance sporting event in Thueyts, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Walking & Hiking and Trail Running. It is part of National Trail Challenge, UTMB Index Races. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Les 3 Vallées (51 km, +2,900 m D+), Le Ranc Qualiou (20 km, +1,050 m D+), Walking 20 km (20 km, +1,050 m D+), Walking 15 km (15 km, +68 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +490 m D+), and La Gravenne (10 km, +500 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 (lachausseedesgeants.com).

Official website
La Chaussée des Géants in Thueyts (Work: "Trekking trail of Netravati peak from the summit (Zoomed in)", Photo: iMahesh, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Trekking trail of Netravati peak from the summit (Zoomed in)" · Photo: iMahesh · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

ForestNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Les 3 ValléesTrail Running51 km+2,900 m397 m - 1,354 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Ranc QualiouTrail Running20 km+1,050 m386 m - 1,039 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 20 kmWalking & Hiking20 km+1,050 m389 m - 1,040 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 15 kmWalking & Hiking15 km+68 m472 m - 501 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 10 kmWalking & Hiking10 km+490 m463 m - 911 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La GravenneTrail Running10 km+500 m466 m - 911 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
51 km
Elevation gain
+2,900 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,900 m D-
Altitude range
397 m - 1,354 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11.4 % / 35 %
Course format
Loop course
51 km+2,900 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS44.6764° N, 4.2223° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 397 m to 1,354 m above sea level (+2,900 m D+, -2,900 m D-)

Peak: 1,354 m·at 12.7 km·Ø 11.4 %
397 m716 m1,035 m1,354 m0 km10.2 km20.4 km30.6 km40.8 km51 km1,354 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does La Chaussée des Géants take place?

La Chaussée des Géants takes place in Thueyts, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 44.6757° N, 4.2219° 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 La Chaussée des Géants?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Les 3 Vallées (51 km, +2,900 m D+), Le Ranc Qualiou (20 km, +1,050 m D+), Walking 20 km (20 km, +1,050 m D+), Walking 15 km (15 km, +68 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +490 m D+), and La Gravenne (10 km, +500 m D+). The competitions belong to Walking & Hiking and Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for La Chaussée des Géants?

The main competition (Les 3 Vallées over 51 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,900 m of elevation gain and -2,900 m of elevation loss, ranging between 397 m and 1,354 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 La Chaussée des Géants?

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