Trail RunningWalking & Hiking

Run des Tortues

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 10 km to 63 km with up to 2,250 m D+ in Pamandzi, Mayotte

LocationPamandzi, MayotteShow on map(12.7960° S, 45.2830° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2012
Elevation gainUp to +2,250 m

Run des Tortues is an endurance sporting event in Pamandzi, YT focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 2012, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Forest, Island, Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including La Mahoraise (63 km, +2,250 m D+), La Nyamba Trail (21 km, +750 m D+), La Petite Terrienne (10 km, +350 m D+), and La marche des Bouénis (10 km, +45 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 (cslgmaore.fr).

Official website
Run des Tortues in Pamandzi (Work: "Piton de La Fournaise - Paysage de l'île de La Réunion", Photo: Alexandre Péribé, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Piton de La Fournaise - Paysage de l'île de La Réunion" · Photo: Alexandre Péribé · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

ForestIslandLakes & PondsNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
La MahoraiseTrail Running63 km+2,250 m8 m - 953 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Nyamba TrailTrail Running21 km+750 m11 m - 326 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Petite TerrienneTrail Running10 km+350 m14 m - 161 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La marche des BouénisWalking & Hiking10 km+45 m17 m - 36 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
63 km
Elevation gain
+2,250 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,250 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 953 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.1 % / 12.8 %
Course format
Loop course
63 km+2,250 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N102030405060FS12.7960° S, 45.2830° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 953 m above sea level (+2,250 m D+, -2,250 m D-)

Peak: 953 m·at 30.6 km·Ø 7.1 %
8 m323 m638 m953 m0 km12.6 km25.2 km37.8 km50.4 km63 km953 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Run des Tortues take place?

Run des Tortues takes place in Pamandzi, YT (start area at coordinates 12.796° S, 45.283° 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 Run des Tortues?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including La Mahoraise (63 km, +2,250 m D+), La Nyamba Trail (21 km, +750 m D+), La Petite Terrienne (10 km, +350 m D+), and La marche des Bouénis (10 km, +45 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Run des Tortues?

The main competition (La Mahoraise over 63 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,250 m of elevation gain and -2,250 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 953 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 Run des Tortues?

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