The Grand Route

Mountain Biking and Walking & Hiking covering 17 km to 63 km with up to 1,250 m D+ in Chaudes-Aigues (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationChaudes-Aigues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(44.8546° N, 3.0041° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,250 m

The Grand Route is an endurance sporting event in Chaudes-Aigues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Mountain Biking, Walking & Hiking and Trail Running. Key features include Kids & Youth Races, High Altitude, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including MTB 63 km (63 km, +1,250 m D+), Alto Braco (27 km, +1,026 m D+), Walking 27 km (27 km, +850 m D+), The Easygoing (17 km, +646 m D+), and Walking 17 km (17 km, +300 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 (legrandparcours.org).

The Grand Route in Chaudes-Aigues (Work: "Bartłomiej Wawak MP XCM Obiszów 2014", Photo: Bartida, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MTB 63 kmMountain Biking63 km+1,250 m1,012 m - 1,537 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Alto BracoTrail Running27 km+1,026 m1,015 m - 1,446 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 27 kmWalking & Hiking27 km+850 m1,018 m - 1,375 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The EasygoingTrail Running17 km+646 m1,021 m - 1,292 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 17 kmWalking & Hiking17 km+300 m1,024 m - 1,150 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
63 km
Elevation gain
+1,250 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,250 m D-
Altitude range
1,012 m - 1,537 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4 % / 7.2 %
Course format
Loop course
63 km+1,250 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N102030405060FS44.8546° N, 3.0041° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,012 m to 1,537 m above sea level (+1,250 m D+, -1,250 m D-)

Peak: 1,537 m·at 38.5 km·Ø 4 %
1,012 m1,187 m1,362 m1,537 m0 km12.6 km25.2 km37.8 km50.4 km63 km1,537 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Grand Route take place?

The Grand Route takes place in Chaudes-Aigues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 44.8546° N, 3.0041° 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 Route?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including MTB 63 km (63 km, +1,250 m D+), Alto Braco (27 km, +1,026 m D+), Walking 27 km (27 km, +850 m D+), The Easygoing (17 km, +646 m D+), and Walking 17 km (17 km, +300 m D+). The competitions belong to Mountain Biking, Walking & Hiking and Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Grand Route?

The main competition (MTB 63 km over 63 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,250 m of elevation gain and -1,250 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,012 m and 1,537 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 Route?

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