Trail RunningWalking & Hiking

Rhône Orientation

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 5 km to 20 km in Lamure-sur-Azergues (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLamure-sur-Azergues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(46.0634° N, 4.4918° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +416 m

Rhône Orientation is an endurance sporting event in Lamure-sur-Azergues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Lakes & Ponds, Festive.

The race program comprises 12 competitions, including A (20 km, +90 m D+), T1 (16 km, +416 m D+), B (16 km, +72 m D+), T2 (12 km, +312 m D+), C (12 km, +54 m D+), and F (12 km, +54 m D+) (12 competitions in total). 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 (rhone.orientation.cdco69.fr).

Official website
Rhône Orientation in Lamure-sur-Azergues (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-RoadForestLakes & PondsFestive

Races & distances (12)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
AWalking & Hiking20 km+90 m282 m - 320 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T1Trail Running16 km+416 m285 m - 460 mLoop courseRoute & profile
BWalking & Hiking16 km+72 m288 m - 318 mLoop courseRoute & profile
T2Trail Running12 km+312 m291 m - 422 mLoop courseRoute & profile
CWalking & Hiking12 km+54 m294 m - 317 mLoop courseRoute & profile
FWalking & Hiking12 km+54 m282 m - 305 mLoop courseRoute & profile
GWalking & Hiking10 km+45 m285 m - 304 mLoop courseRoute & profile
DWalking & Hiking9 km+40 m288 m - 305 mLoop courseRoute & profile
ETrail Running8 km+208 m291 m - 378 mLoop courseRoute & profile
HWalking & Hiking8 km+36 m294 m - 309 mLoop courseRoute & profile
IWalking & Hiking6 km+27 m282 m - 293 mLoop courseRoute & profile
JWalking & Hiking5 km+22 m285 m - 294 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
20 km
Elevation gain
+90 m D+
Elevation loss
-90 m D-
Altitude range
282 m - 320 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
20 km+90 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N51015FS46.0634° N, 4.4918° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 282 m to 320 m above sea level (+90 m D+, -90 m D-)

Peak: 320 m·at 11 km·Ø 0.9 %
282 m295 m307 m320 m0 km4 km8 km12 km16 km20 km320 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Rhône Orientation take place?

Rhône Orientation takes place in Lamure-sur-Azergues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 46.0634° N, 4.4918° 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 Rhône Orientation?

The race program comprises 12 competitions, including A (20 km, +90 m D+), T1 (16 km, +416 m D+), B (16 km, +72 m D+), T2 (12 km, +312 m D+), C (12 km, +54 m D+), and F (12 km, +54 m D+) (12 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Rhône Orientation?

The main competition (A over 20 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +90 m of elevation gain and -90 m of elevation loss, ranging between 282 m and 320 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 Rhône Orientation?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (rhone.orientation.cdco69.fr).