La Volcane

Road Cycling covering 63 km to 162 km with up to 2,750 m D+ in Volvic (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationVolvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.8719° N, 3.0387° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,750 m

La Volcane is an endurance sporting event in Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Road Cycling. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including La Volcane (162 km, +2,750 m D+), La Volvic (100 km, +1,580 m D+), and La Dôme (63 km, +1,100 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 (cyclos-cournon-auvergne.fr).

La Volcane in Volvic (Work: "Japan Cup Cycle Road Race 2019 PA200848", Photo: Fukumoto, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
La VolcaneRoad Cycling162 km+2,750 m343 m - 1,498 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La VolvicRoad Cycling100 km+1,580 m346 m - 1,010 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La DômeRoad Cycling63 km+1,100 m349 m - 811 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
162 km
Elevation gain
+2,750 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,750 m D-
Altitude range
343 m - 1,498 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
3.4 % / 6.1 %
Course format
Loop course
162 km+2,750 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS45.8719° N, 3.0387° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 343 m to 1,498 m above sea level (+2,750 m D+, -2,750 m D-)

Peak: 1,498 m·at 55.9 km·Ø 3.4 %
343 m728 m1,113 m1,498 m0 km32.4 km64.8 km97.2 km129.6 km162 km1,498 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does La Volcane take place?

La Volcane takes place in Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.8719° N, 3.0387° 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 Volcane?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including La Volcane (162 km, +2,750 m D+), La Volvic (100 km, +1,580 m D+), and La Dôme (63 km, +1,100 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Cycling.

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

The main competition (La Volcane over 162 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,750 m of elevation gain and -2,750 m of elevation loss, ranging between 343 m and 1,498 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 Volcane?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cyclos-cournon-auvergne.fr).