Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Taranis Arga Trail

Trail Running covering 11 km to 118 km in Joannas (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationJoannas, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(44.5645° N, 4.2521° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,484 m

Taranis Arga Trail is an endurance sporting event in Joannas, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Vineyards, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Trail 118 km (118 km, +4,484 m D+), Trail 107 km (107 km, +4,066 m D+), Trail 96 km (96 km, +3,648 m D+), Trail 84 km (84 km, +3,192 m D+), Trail 73 km (73 km, +2,774 m D+), and Trail 60 km (60 km, +2,280 m D+) (10 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 (taranisargatrail.com).

Official website
Taranis Arga Trail in Joannas (Work: "Campagna picena", Photo: Luigi936, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Campagna picena" · Photo: Luigi936 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestVineyardsHigh AltitudeMountain

Races & distances (10)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 118 kmTrail Running118 km+4,484 m463 m - 2,346 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 107 kmTrail Running107 km+4,066 m466 m - 2,174 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 96 kmTrail Running96 km+3,648 m469 m - 2,001 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 84 kmTrail Running84 km+3,192 m472 m - 1,813 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 73 kmTrail Running73 km+2,774 m475 m - 1,640 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 60 kmTrail Running60 km+2,280 m463 m - 1,421 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 49 kmTrail Running49 km+1,862 m466 m - 1,248 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 38 kmTrail Running38 km+1,444 m469 m - 1,075 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+950 m472 m - 871 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 11 kmTrail Running11 km+418 m475 m - 651 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
118 km
Elevation gain
+4,484 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,484 m D-
Altitude range
463 m - 2,346 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
118 km+4,484 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100FS44.5645° N, 4.2521° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 463 m to 2,346 m above sea level (+4,484 m D+, -4,484 m D-)

Peak: 2,346 m·at 77.6 km·Ø 7.6 %
463 m1,091 m1,718 m2,346 m0 km23.6 km47.2 km70.8 km94.4 km118 km2,346 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Taranis Arga Trail take place?

Taranis Arga Trail takes place in Joannas, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 44.5645° N, 4.2521° 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 Taranis Arga Trail?

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Trail 118 km (118 km, +4,484 m D+), Trail 107 km (107 km, +4,066 m D+), Trail 96 km (96 km, +3,648 m D+), Trail 84 km (84 km, +3,192 m D+), Trail 73 km (73 km, +2,774 m D+), and Trail 60 km (60 km, +2,280 m D+) (10 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Taranis Arga Trail?

The main competition (Trail 118 km over 118 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,484 m of elevation gain and -4,484 m of elevation loss, ranging between 463 m and 2,346 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 Taranis Arga Trail?

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