The Peaks of Valon Castle
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 5 km to 15.5 km in Lacroix-Barrez (Occitanie, France)
The Peaks of Valon Castle is an endurance sporting event in Lacroix-Barrez, Occitanie, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Castles, Mountain.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 15.5 km (15.5 km, +589 m D+), Walking 15.5 km (15.5 km, +70 m D+), Trail 9 km (9 km, +342 m D+), Walking 9 km (9 km, +40 m D+), Trail 5 km (5 km, +190 m D+), and Walking 5 km (5 km, +22 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 (lescimesdevalon.fr).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 15.5 km | Trail Running | 15.5 km | +589 m | 1,012 m - 1,259 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 15.5 km | Walking & Hiking | 15.5 km | +70 m | 1,015 m - 1,044 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 9 km | Trail Running | 9 km | +342 m | 1,018 m - 1,162 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 9 km | Walking & Hiking | 9 km | +40 m | 1,021 m - 1,038 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 5 km | Trail Running | 5 km | +190 m | 1,024 m - 1,104 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 5 km | Walking & Hiking | 5 km | +22 m | 1,012 m - 1,021 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,012 m to 1,259 m above sea level (+589 m D+, -589 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,015 m to 1,044 m above sea level (+70 m D+, -70 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,018 m to 1,162 m above sea level (+342 m D+, -342 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,021 m to 1,038 m above sea level (+40 m D+, -40 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,024 m to 1,104 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 1,012 m to 1,021 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does The Peaks of Valon Castle take place?
The Peaks of Valon Castle takes place in Lacroix-Barrez, Occitanie, FR (start area at coordinates 44.7783° N, 2.6361° 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 Peaks of Valon Castle?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 15.5 km (15.5 km, +589 m D+), Walking 15.5 km (15.5 km, +70 m D+), Trail 9 km (9 km, +342 m D+), Walking 9 km (9 km, +40 m D+), Trail 5 km (5 km, +190 m D+), and Walking 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Peaks of Valon Castle?
The main competition (Trail 15.5 km over 15.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +589 m of elevation gain and -589 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,012 m and 1,259 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 Peaks of Valon Castle?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lescimesdevalon.fr).