La salazienne

Trail Running covering 20 km to 55 km with up to 3,600 m D+ in Salazie, Réunion

Location

Salazie, RéunionShow on map(21.0280° S, 55.5392° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +3,600 m

La salazienne is an endurance sporting event in Salazie, RE focused on Trail Running. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, High Altitude, Mountain.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Mega Salazienne (55 km, +3,600 m D+), The Salazienne (31 km, +1,600 m D+), and The mini-Salazienne (20 km, +1,000 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 (facebook.com).

Official website

La salazienne in Salazie (Work: "Piton de La Fournaise - Paysage de l'île de La Réunion", Photo: Alexandre Péribé, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Piton de La Fournaise - Paysage de l'île de La Réunion" · Photo: **Alexandre Péribé** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Forest Nature & Off-Road High Altitude Mountain Waterfall

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Mega Salazienne	Trail Running	55 km	+3,600 m	688 m - 2,200 m	Loop course	Route & profile
The Salazienne	Trail Running	31 km	+1,600 m	691 m - 1,363 m	Loop course	Route & profile
The mini-Salazienne	Trail Running	20 km	+1,000 m	694 m - 1,114 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

55 km

Elevation gain

+3,600 m D+

Elevation loss

-3,600 m D-

Altitude range

688 m - 2,200 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

13.1 % / 23.6 %

Course format

Loop course

55 km+3,600 m D+Peak 2,200 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 688 m to 2,200 m above sea level (+3,600 m D+, -3,600 m D-)

Peak: 2,200 m·at 17.3 km·Ø 13.1 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does La salazienne take place?

La salazienne takes place in Salazie, RE (start area at coordinates 21.028° S, 55.5392° 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 salazienne?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Mega Salazienne (55 km, +3,600 m D+), The Salazienne (31 km, +1,600 m D+), and The mini-Salazienne (20 km, +1,000 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (Mega Salazienne over 55 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,600 m of elevation gain and -3,600 m of elevation loss, ranging between 688 m and 2,200 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 salazienne?

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