Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

The Tour of Vernet

Trail Running covering 2.6 km to 38.8 km with up to 1,200 m D+ in Le Vernet (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

LocationLe Vernet, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FranceShow on map(44.2760° N, 6.3910° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,474 m

The Tour of Vernet is an endurance sporting event in Le Vernet, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Full Tour (38.8 km, +1,474 m D+), Vernet Trail (20 km, +1,200 m D+), Vernet Cross (11 km, +450 m D+), Vernet Race (6 km, +228 m D+), and Vertical of Vernet (2.6 km, +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 (trailsbytpe.fr).

Official website
The Tour of Vernet in Le Vernet (Work: "Calanque des Pierres-Tombées-Cassis", Photo: Tobi 87, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Calanque des Pierres-Tombées-Cassis" · Photo: Tobi 87 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Full TourTrail Running38.8 km+1,474 m1,126 m - 1,745 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vernet TrailTrail Running20 km+1,200 m1,129 m - 1,633 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vernet CrossTrail Running11 km+450 m1,132 m - 1,321 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vernet RaceTrail Running6 km+228 m1,135 m - 1,231 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vertical of VernetTrail Running2.6 km+750 m1,138 m - 1,453 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
38.8 km
Elevation gain
+1,474 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,474 m D-
Altitude range
1,126 m - 1,745 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
38.8 km+1,474 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520253035FS44.2760° N, 6.3910° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,126 m to 1,745 m above sea level (+1,474 m D+, -1,474 m D-)

Peak: 1,745 m·at 20.4 km·Ø 7.6 %
1,126 m1,332 m1,539 m1,745 m0 km7.8 km15.5 km23.3 km31 km38.8 km1,745 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Tour of Vernet take place?

The Tour of Vernet takes place in Le Vernet, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 44.276° N, 6.391° 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 Tour of Vernet?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Full Tour (38.8 km, +1,474 m D+), Vernet Trail (20 km, +1,200 m D+), Vernet Cross (11 km, +450 m D+), Vernet Race (6 km, +228 m D+), and Vertical of Vernet (2.6 km, +750 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Tour of Vernet?

The main competition (Full Tour over 38.8 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,474 m of elevation gain and -1,474 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,126 m and 1,745 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 Tour of Vernet?

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