Marathon du Grésivaudan

Trail Running covering 12 km to 42 km in Le Versoud (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

Location

Le Versoud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.2181° N, 5.8606° E)

Date & StatusApril 4, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +1,092 m

Marathon du Grésivaudan is an endurance sporting event in Le Versoud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Lakes & Ponds.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +1,092 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +546 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 4, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (gresicourant.fr).

Official website

Marathon du Grésivaudan in Le Versoud (Work: "Grand Combin 2", Photo: Rémih, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Grand Combin 2" · Photo: **Rémih** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road City Run Lakes & Ponds

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 42 km	Trail Running	42 km	+1,092 m	2 m - 461 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 21 km	Trail Running	21 km	+546 m	5 m - 234 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 12 km	Trail Running	12 km	+312 m	8 m - 139 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42 km

Elevation gain

+1,092 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,092 m D-

Altitude range

2 m - 461 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

42 km+1,092 m D+Peak 461 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 461 m above sea level (+1,092 m D+, -1,092 m D-)

Peak: 461 m·at 22.5 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Marathon du Grésivaudan take place?

Marathon du Grésivaudan takes place in Le Versoud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.2181° N, 5.8606° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 4, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Marathon du Grésivaudan?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +1,092 m D+), Trail 21 km (21 km, +546 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (Trail 42 km over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,092 m of elevation gain and -1,092 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 461 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 Grésivaudan?

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