Trail Running

The Hills of Garches

Trail Running covering 8.3 km to 16.2 km with up to 275 m D+ in Garches (Île-de-France, France)

LocationGarches, Île-de-France, FranceShow on map(48.8387° N, 2.1706° E)
Date & StatusNovember 22, 2026Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +275 m

The Hills of Garches is an endurance sporting event in Garches, Île-de-France, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Forest, Culture & History, Nature & Off-Road, Island.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 5 Hills (16.2 km, +275 m D+), and 2 Hills (8.3 km, +120 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 22, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lescollinesdegarches.fr).

Official website
The Hills of Garches in Garches (Work: "Forêt de Fontainebleau-Gorges du Houx-20170918", Photo: Daniel VILLAFRUELA, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Forêt de Fontainebleau-Gorges du Houx-20170918" · Photo: Daniel VILLAFRUELA · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

ForestCulture & HistoryNature & Off-RoadIsland

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
5 HillsTrail Running16.2 km+275 m103 m - 167 mLoop courseRoute & profile
2 HillsTrail Running8.3 km+120 m115 m - 167 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
16.2 km
Elevation gain
+275 m D+
Elevation loss
-275 m D-
Altitude range
103 m - 167 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
3.4 % / 10.2 %
Course format
Loop course
16.2 km+275 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N51015FS48.8460° N, 2.1902° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 103 m to 167 m above sea level (+275 m D+, -275 m D-)

Peak: 167 m·at 10.5 km·Ø 3.4 %
103 m124 m146 m167 m0 km3.2 km6.5 km9.7 km13 km16.2 km167 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Hills of Garches take place?

The Hills of Garches takes place in Garches, Île-de-France, FR (start area at coordinates 48.8387° N, 2.1706° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 22, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at The Hills of Garches?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 5 Hills (16.2 km, +275 m D+), and 2 Hills (8.3 km, +120 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Hills of Garches?

The main competition (5 Hills over 16.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +275 m of elevation gain and -275 m of elevation loss, ranging between 103 m and 167 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 Hills of Garches?

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