Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Marathon du Grand Ballon

Trail Running covering 13 km to 80 km with up to 4,133 m D+ in Oderen (Grand Est, France)

LocationOderen, Grand Est, FranceShow on map(47.9105° N, 6.9736° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,133 m

Marathon du Grand Ballon is an endurance sporting event in Oderen, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include High Altitude, Mountain, Forest, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 80 km (80 km, +4,133 m D+), Trail 42 km (42 km, +2,210 m D+), Trail 22 km (22 km, +1,200 m D+), and Trail 13 km (13 km, +643 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 (passionforsports.eu).

Official website
Marathon du Grand Ballon in Oderen (Work: "Spitzkoepfe", Photo: Nicolas Torquet, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Spitzkoepfe" · Photo: Nicolas Torquet · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

High AltitudeMountainForestNature & Off-Road

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 80 kmTrail Running80 km+4,133 m535 m - 2,271 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 42 kmTrail Running42 km+2,210 m538 m - 1,466 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 22 kmTrail Running22 km+1,200 m541 m - 1,045 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 13 kmTrail Running13 km+643 m544 m - 814 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
80 km
Elevation gain
+4,133 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,133 m D-
Altitude range
535 m - 2,271 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10.3 % / 18.5 %
Course format
Loop course
80 km+4,133 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS47.9105° N, 6.9736° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 535 m to 2,271 m above sea level (+4,133 m D+, -4,133 m D-)

Peak: 2,271 m·at 38.2 km·Ø 10.3 %
535 m1,114 m1,692 m2,271 m0 km16 km32 km48 km64 km80 km2,271 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Marathon du Grand Ballon take place?

Marathon du Grand Ballon takes place in Oderen, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 47.9105° N, 6.9736° 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 Marathon du Grand Ballon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 80 km (80 km, +4,133 m D+), Trail 42 km (42 km, +2,210 m D+), Trail 22 km (22 km, +1,200 m D+), and Trail 13 km (13 km, +643 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Marathon du Grand Ballon?

The main competition (Trail 80 km over 80 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,133 m of elevation gain and -4,133 m of elevation loss, ranging between 535 m and 2,271 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 Marathon du Grand Ballon?

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