The Grangeons Loop
Road Running and Trail Running covering 500 m to 35.5 km with up to 2,000 m D+ in Ambérieu-en-Bugey (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
The Grangeons Loop is an endurance sporting event in Ambérieu-en-Bugey, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Road Running, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 1998, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Castles, Festive, Forest, Kids & Youth Races.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including The Ramequin Loop (35.5 km, +2,000 m D+), La Ronde des Grangeons (17.5 km, +600 m D+), The Festive Hike (15 km, +411 m D+), The Express Loop (10 km, +315 m D+), La Ronde des Kids (1 km, +4 m D+), and The Kids' Round (500 m, +2 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 (rondedesgrangeons.fr).
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ramequin Loop | Trail Running | 35.5 km | +2,000 m | 264 m - 769 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Ronde des Grangeons | Trail Running | 17.5 km | +600 m | 262 m - 680 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Festive Hike | Walking & Hiking | 15 km | +411 m | 260 m - 521 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Express Loop | Trail Running | 10 km | +315 m | 260 m - 535 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Ronde des Kids | Road Running | 1 km | +4 m | 259 m - 261 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Kids' Round | Road Running | 500 m | +2 m | 247 m - 249 m | Multi-lap course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 264 m to 769 m above sea level (+2,000 m D+, -2,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 262 m to 680 m above sea level (+600 m D+, -600 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 260 m to 521 m above sea level (+411 m D+, -411 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 260 m to 535 m above sea level (+315 m D+, -315 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 259 m to 261 m above sea level (+4 m D+, -4 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 247 m to 249 m above sea level (+2 m D+, -2 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does The Grangeons Loop take place?
The Grangeons Loop takes place in Ambérieu-en-Bugey, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.954° N, 5.3424° 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 Grangeons Loop?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including The Ramequin Loop (35.5 km, +2,000 m D+), La Ronde des Grangeons (17.5 km, +600 m D+), The Festive Hike (15 km, +411 m D+), The Express Loop (10 km, +315 m D+), La Ronde des Kids (1 km, +4 m D+), and The Kids' Round (500 m, +2 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Grangeons Loop?
The main competition (The Ramequin Loop over 35.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,000 m of elevation gain and -2,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 264 m and 769 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for The Grangeons Loop?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (rondedesgrangeons.fr).