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La Pastourelle

Trail Running and Mountain Biking covering 10 km to 91 km with up to 4,000 m D+ in Salers (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationSalers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.1376° N, 2.4937° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2000
Elevation gainUp to +4,000 m

La Pastourelle is an endurance sporting event in Salers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running, Mountain Biking and Walking & Hiking. First held in 2000, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of National Trail Challenge. Key features include Forest, Lakes & Ponds, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Challenge D+ 4000 (91 km, +4,000 m D+), Le Grand Cirque (60 km, +2,890 m D+), Les 3 Vallées (55 km, +1,872 m D+), Les Sources (44 km, +1,286 m D+), Trail de la Pastourelle (31 km, +1,150 m D+), and Relais en équipe 31 km (31 km, +1,150 m D+) (10 competitions in total). 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 (lapastourelle.net).

Official website
La Pastourelle in Salers (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

ForestLakes & PondsMountainNature & Off-RoadRelayMulti-DayHigh Altitude

Races & distances (10)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Challenge D+ 4000Trail Running91 km+4,000 m1,150 m - 2,830 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Grand CirqueTrail Running60 km+2,890 m1,153 m - 2,367 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Les 3 ValléesMountain Biking55 km+1,872 m1,156 m - 1,942 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Les SourcesMountain Biking44 km+1,286 m1,159 m - 1,699 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail de la PastourelleTrail Running31 km+1,150 m1,162 m - 1,645 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Relais en équipe 31 kmTrail Running31 km+1,150 m1,150 m - 1,633 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La PastourelleWalking & Hiking30 km+1,240 m1,153 m - 1,674 mLoop courseRoute & profile
VTT RandoMountain Biking28 km+639 m1,156 m - 1,424 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Pays de SalersWalking & Hiking14 km+730 m1,159 m - 1,466 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La BuronnièreTrail Running10 km+210 m1,162 m - 1,250 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
91 km
Elevation gain
+4,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,000 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,830 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.8 % / 15.8 %
Course format
Loop course
91 km+4,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS45.1376° N, 2.4937° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,830 m above sea level (+4,000 m D+, -4,000 m D-)

Peak: 2,830 m·at 60 km·Ø 8.8 %
1,150 m1,710 m2,270 m2,830 m0 km18.2 km36.4 km54.6 km72.8 km91 km2,830 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does La Pastourelle take place?

La Pastourelle takes place in Salers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.1376° N, 2.4937° 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 Pastourelle?

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Challenge D+ 4000 (91 km, +4,000 m D+), Le Grand Cirque (60 km, +2,890 m D+), Les 3 Vallées (55 km, +1,872 m D+), Les Sources (44 km, +1,286 m D+), Trail de la Pastourelle (31 km, +1,150 m D+), and Relais en équipe 31 km (31 km, +1,150 m D+) (10 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running, Mountain Biking and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for La Pastourelle?

The main competition (Challenge D+ 4000 over 91 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,000 m of elevation gain and -4,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,830 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 Pastourelle?

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