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Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race

Trail Running covering 1.2 km to 105 km with up to 6,500 m D+ in Annecy (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationAnnecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.9057° N, 6.1572° E)
Date & StatusMay 28, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
First edition2011
Elevation gainUp to +6,500 m

Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race is an endurance sporting event in Annecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2011, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include High Altitude, Forest, Lakes & Ponds, Mountain.

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including Le tour du lac en 2 jours (50-455km) (105 km, +6,500 m D+), Maxi-Race Tour du Lac (100 km, +5,900 m D+), Tour du Lac (Relay of 2) à 4 (16-34-38-15km) (100 km, +5,900 m D+), Le shokz demi-tour du lac (55 km, +3,250 m D+), Marathon-eXperience (42 km, +1,700 m D+), and Quart du Tour du Lac (18 km, +500 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 28, 2027 to May 30, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (maxi-race.org).

Official website
Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race in Annecy (Work: "Kish 5,000 person marathon race 19 (Mehr, 2025)", Photo: Javid Nikpour / Mehr News Agency, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Kish 5,000 person marathon race 19 (Mehr, 2025)" · Photo: Javid Nikpour / Mehr News Agency · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

High AltitudeForestLakes & PondsMountainNature & Off-RoadRelayMulti-DayKids & Youth RacesWomen Only

Races & distances (9)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Le tour du lac en 2 jours (50-455km)Trail Running105 km+6,500 m450 m - 3,180 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Maxi-Race Tour du LacTrail Running100 km+5,900 m447 m - 1,639 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Tour du Lac (Relay of 2) à 4 (16-34-38-15km)Trail Running100 km+5,900 m447 m - 1,639 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le shokz demi-tour du lacTrail Running55 km+3,250 m459 m - 1,824 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon-eXperienceTrail Running42 km+1,700 m447 m - 1,429 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Quart du Tour du LacTrail Running18 km+500 m446 m - 1,249 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Femina RaceTrail Running16 km+1,000 m446 m - 1,249 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Ado-Race de 2 à 6kmTrail Running6 km+228 m456 m - 552 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Mini race de 50 à 1200mTrail Running1.2 km+46 m459 m - 478 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
105 km
Elevation gain
+6,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-6,500 m D-
Altitude range
450 m - 3,180 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
12.4 % / 22.3 %
Course format
Loop course
105 km+6,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS45.9057° N, 6.1572° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 450 m to 3,180 m above sea level (+6,500 m D+, -6,500 m D-)

Peak: 3,180 m·at 53.9 km·Ø 12.4 %
450 m1,360 m2,270 m3,180 m0 km21 km42 km63 km84 km105 km3,180 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race take place?

Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race takes place in Annecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.9057° N, 6.1572° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 28, 2027 to May 30, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race?

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including Le tour du lac en 2 jours (50-455km) (105 km, +6,500 m D+), Maxi-Race Tour du Lac (100 km, +5,900 m D+), Tour du Lac (Relay of 2) à 4 (16-34-38-15km) (100 km, +5,900 m D+), Le shokz demi-tour du lac (55 km, +3,250 m D+), Marathon-eXperience (42 km, +1,700 m D+), and Quart du Tour du Lac (18 km, +500 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race?

The main competition (Le tour du lac en 2 jours (50-455km) over 105 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,500 m of elevation gain and -6,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 450 m and 3,180 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race?

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