Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

La Montagn'hard

Trail Running covering 27 km to 108 km with up to 8,050 m D+ in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationSaint-Gervais-les-Bains, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.9064° N, 6.7013° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +8,050 m

La Montagn'hard is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include High Altitude, Mountain, Forest, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including La Montagn Hard (108 km, +8,050 m D+), La Moins Hard (70 km, +5,390 m D+), La Mi Hard (50 km, +3,790 m D+), and La Mini Hard (27 km, +1,950 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 (montagnhard.com).

Official website
La Montagn'hard in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains (Work: "Chamonix valley clouds", Photo: Daniel Simpson, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Chamonix valley clouds" · Photo: Daniel Simpson · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

High AltitudeMountainForestNature & Off-RoadMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
La Montagn HardTrail Running108 km+8,050 m995 m - 4,376 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Moins HardTrail Running70 km+5,390 m998 m - 3,262 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Mi HardTrail Running50 km+3,790 m1,001 m - 2,593 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Mini HardTrail Running27 km+1,950 m1,004 m - 1,823 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
108 km
Elevation gain
+8,050 m D+
Elevation loss
-8,050 m D-
Altitude range
995 m - 4,376 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
14.9 % / 26.8 %
Course format
Loop course
108 km+8,050 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS45.9064° N, 6.7013° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 995 m to 4,376 m above sea level (+8,050 m D+, -8,050 m D-)

Peak: 4,376 m·at 33.5 km·Ø 14.9 %
995 m2,122 m3,249 m4,376 m0 km21.6 km43.2 km64.8 km86.4 km108 km4,376 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does La Montagn'hard take place?

La Montagn'hard takes place in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.9064° N, 6.7013° 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 Montagn'hard?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including La Montagn Hard (108 km, +8,050 m D+), La Moins Hard (70 km, +5,390 m D+), La Mi Hard (50 km, +3,790 m D+), and La Mini Hard (27 km, +1,950 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for La Montagn'hard?

The main competition (La Montagn Hard over 108 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +8,050 m of elevation gain and -8,050 m of elevation loss, ranging between 995 m and 4,376 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 La Montagn'hard?

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