Walking & Hiking

Nordic Walk in Lyon

Walking & Hiking covering 7 km to 20 km with up to 309 m D+ in Lyon (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.7610° N, 4.8266° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2016
Elevation gainUp to +309 m

Nordic Walk in Lyon is an endurance sporting event in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Walking & Hiking. First held in 2016, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include City Run, Culture & History, Public Park, Charity Run.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marche Noire (20 km, +309 m D+), Marche Rose (16 km, +303 m D+), Marche Bleue (12 km, +222 m D+), and Marche Verte (7 km, +68 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 (nordicwalkinlyon.com).

Official website
Nordic Walk in Lyon in Lyon (Work: "Trekking trail of Netravati peak from the summit", Photo: iMahesh, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Trekking trail of Netravati peak from the summit" · Photo: iMahesh · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

City RunCulture & HistoryPublic ParkCharity Run

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Marche NoireWalking & Hiking20 km+309 m162 m - 297 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marche RoseWalking & Hiking16 km+303 m162 m - 295 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marche BleueWalking & Hiking12 km+222 m162 m - 296 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marche VerteWalking & Hiking7 km+68 m162 m - 191 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
20 km
Elevation gain
+309 m D+
Elevation loss
-309 m D-
Altitude range
162 m - 297 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
3.1 % / 27.3 %
Course format
Loop course
20 km+309 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N51015FS45.7610° N, 4.8260° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 162 m to 297 m above sea level (+309 m D+, -309 m D-)

Peak: 297 m·at 18.3 km·Ø 3.1 %
162 m207 m252 m297 m0 km4 km8 km12 km16 km20 km297 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Nordic Walk in Lyon take place?

Nordic Walk in Lyon takes place in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.761° N, 4.8266° 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 Nordic Walk in Lyon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marche Noire (20 km, +309 m D+), Marche Rose (16 km, +303 m D+), Marche Bleue (12 km, +222 m D+), and Marche Verte (7 km, +68 m D+). The competitions belong to Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Nordic Walk in Lyon?

The main competition (Marche Noire over 20 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +309 m of elevation gain and -309 m of elevation loss, ranging between 162 m and 297 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 Nordic Walk in Lyon?

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