Walking & HikingTrail RunningNational Trail ChallengeUTMB Index Races

Le Tour du Nipalou

Walking & Hiking and Trail Running covering 700 m to 53 km with up to 2,540 m D+ in Lorcières (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLorcières, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(44.9581° N, 3.2730° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,540 m

Le Tour du Nipalou is an endurance sporting event in Lorcières, 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, Kids & Youth Races, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 11 competitions, including Grand Tour du Nipalou (53 km, +2,540 m D+), Petit Tour du Nipalou (21 km, +1,020 m D+), Walking 20 km (20 km, +970 m D+), Walking 18 km (18 km, +800 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +540 m D+), and Walking 9 km (9 km, +450 m D+) (11 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 (tourdunipalou.org).

Official website
Le Tour du Nipalou in Lorcières (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

ForestKids & Youth RacesMountainNature & Off-RoadHigh AltitudeUntimed

Races & distances (11)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Grand Tour du NipalouTrail Running53 km+2,540 m858 m - 1,925 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Petit Tour du NipalouTrail Running21 km+1,020 m861 m - 1,289 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 20 kmWalking & Hiking20 km+970 m864 m - 1,271 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 18 kmWalking & Hiking18 km+800 m867 m - 1,203 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+540 m870 m - 1,097 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 9 kmWalking & Hiking9 km+450 m858 m - 1,047 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 6 kmWalking & Hiking6 km+180 m861 m - 937 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 3.8 kmTrail Running3.8 km+135 m864 m - 921 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 2.2 kmTrail Running2.2 km+50 m867 m - 888 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 1.2 kmTrail Running1.2 km+25 m870 m - 880 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 700 mTrail Running700 m+27 m858 m - 869 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
53 km
Elevation gain
+2,540 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,540 m D-
Altitude range
858 m - 1,925 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.6 % / 17.3 %
Course format
Loop course
53 km+2,540 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS44.9581° N, 3.2730° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 858 m to 1,925 m above sea level (+2,540 m D+, -2,540 m D-)

Peak: 1,925 m·at 29 km·Ø 9.6 %
858 m1,214 m1,569 m1,925 m0 km10.6 km21.2 km31.8 km42.4 km53 km1,925 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Le Tour du Nipalou take place?

Le Tour du Nipalou takes place in Lorcières, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 44.9581° N, 3.273° 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 Le Tour du Nipalou?

The race program comprises 11 competitions, including Grand Tour du Nipalou (53 km, +2,540 m D+), Petit Tour du Nipalou (21 km, +1,020 m D+), Walking 20 km (20 km, +970 m D+), Walking 18 km (18 km, +800 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +540 m D+), and Walking 9 km (9 km, +450 m D+) (11 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Walking & Hiking and Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Le Tour du Nipalou?

The main competition (Grand Tour du Nipalou over 53 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,540 m of elevation gain and -2,540 m of elevation loss, ranging between 858 m and 1,925 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 Le Tour du Nipalou?

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