The Grand Raid of the Guillestrois and the Queyras
Trail Running covering 25 km to 170 km with up to 66,000 m D+ in Guillestre (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)
The Grand Raid of the Guillestrois and the Queyras is an endurance sporting event in Guillestre, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Forest, Lakes & Ponds.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including The Utra Tour (170 km, +11,000 m D+), The Great Crossing (105 km, +6,600 m D+), The Trail of the 6 Passes (90 km, +5,800 m D+), The Ridge Trail Run (65 km, +4,500 m D+), The Trail of the Lakes (48 km, +3,250 m D+), and THE RIF BEL SKYRACE (25 km, +1,750 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 (grandraidduguillestrois-queyras.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Utra Tour | Trail Running | 170 km | +11,000 m | 1,736 m - 6,356 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Great Crossing | Trail Running | 105 km | +6,600 m | 1,739 m - 6,029 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| The Trail of the 6 Passes | Trail Running | 90 km | +5,800 m | 1,742 m - 4,178 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Ridge Trail Run | Trail Running | 65 km | +4,500 m | 1,745 m - 3,635 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Trail of the Lakes | Trail Running | 48 km | +3,250 m | 1,748 m - 3,113 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| THE RIF BEL SKYRACE | Trail Running | 25 km | +1,750 m | 1,736 m - 2,471 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,736 m to 6,356 m above sea level (+11,000 m D+, -11,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,739 m to 6,029 m above sea level (+6,600 m D+, -5,610 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,742 m to 4,178 m above sea level (+5,800 m D+, -5,800 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,745 m to 3,635 m above sea level (+4,500 m D+, -4,500 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,748 m to 3,113 m above sea level (+3,250 m D+, -3,250 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,736 m to 2,471 m above sea level (+1,750 m D+, -1,750 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does The Grand Raid of the Guillestrois and the Queyras take place?
The Grand Raid of the Guillestrois and the Queyras takes place in Guillestre, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 44.6611° N, 6.6494° 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 The Grand Raid of the Guillestrois and the Queyras?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including The Utra Tour (170 km, +11,000 m D+), The Great Crossing (105 km, +6,600 m D+), The Trail of the 6 Passes (90 km, +5,800 m D+), The Ridge Trail Run (65 km, +4,500 m D+), The Trail of the Lakes (48 km, +3,250 m D+), and THE RIF BEL SKYRACE (25 km, +1,750 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Grand Raid of the Guillestrois and the Queyras?
The main competition (The Utra Tour over 170 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +11,000 m of elevation gain and -11,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,736 m and 6,356 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 The Grand Raid of the Guillestrois and the Queyras?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (grandraidduguillestrois-queyras.com).