Le Défi des Vignes
Trail Running and Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in La Londe-les-Maures (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)
Le Défi des Vignes is an endurance sporting event in La Londe-les-Maures, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Trail Running, Road Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 2015, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Vineyards, Festive, Nature & Off-Road, Seaside & Coast.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,097 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +549 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Walk (10 km) (10 km, +45 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Walk (5 km) (5 km, +22 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 (provence-alpes-cotedazur.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | Trail Running | 42.2 km | +1,097 m | 154 m - 615 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Half Marathon | Trail Running | 21.1 km | +549 m | 157 m - 388 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Road Running 10 km | Road Running | 10 km | +45 m | 160 m - 179 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walk (10 km) | Walking & Hiking | 10 km | +45 m | 163 m - 182 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Road Running 5 km | Road Running | 5 km | +22 m | 166 m - 175 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walk (5 km) | Walking & Hiking | 5 km | +22 m | 154 m - 163 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 154 m to 615 m above sea level (+1,097 m D+, -1,097 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 157 m to 388 m above sea level (+549 m D+, -549 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 160 m to 179 m above sea level (+45 m D+, -45 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 163 m to 182 m above sea level (+45 m D+, -45 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 166 m to 175 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 154 m to 163 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Le Défi des Vignes take place?
Le Défi des Vignes takes place in La Londe-les-Maures, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 43.1168° N, 6.2483° 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 Défi des Vignes?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,097 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +549 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Walk (10 km) (10 km, +45 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Walk (5 km) (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running, Road Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Le Défi des Vignes?
The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,097 m of elevation gain and -1,097 m of elevation loss, ranging between 154 m and 615 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 Défi des Vignes?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (provence-alpes-cotedazur.com).