The Walnut Saga

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 9 km to 14 km in Vinay (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

Location

Vinay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.2086° N, 5.4039° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +364 m

The Walnut Saga is an endurance sporting event in Vinay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Lakes & Ponds.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 14 km (14 km, +364 m D+), Walking 14 km (14 km, +63 m D+), Trail 9 km (9 km, +234 m D+), and Walking 9 km (9 km, +40 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 (cmi-tullins.athle.fr).

Official website

The Walnut Saga in Vinay (Work: "Grand Combin 2", Photo: Rémih, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Grand Combin 2" · Photo: **Rémih** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Lakes & Ponds

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 14 km	Trail Running	14 km	+364 m	1,036 m - 1,189 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 14 km	Walking & Hiking	14 km	+63 m	1,039 m - 1,065 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 9 km	Trail Running	9 km	+234 m	1,042 m - 1,140 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 9 km	Walking & Hiking	9 km	+40 m	1,045 m - 1,062 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

14 km

Elevation gain

+364 m D+

Elevation loss

-364 m D-

Altitude range

1,036 m - 1,189 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

14 km+364 m D+Peak 1,189 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,036 m to 1,189 m above sea level (+364 m D+, -364 m D-)

Peak: 1,189 m·at 8.3 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Walnut Saga take place?

The Walnut Saga takes place in Vinay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.2086° N, 5.4039° 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 Walnut Saga?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 14 km (14 km, +364 m D+), Walking 14 km (14 km, +63 m D+), Trail 9 km (9 km, +234 m D+), and Walking 9 km (9 km, +40 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Walnut Saga?

The main competition (Trail 14 km over 14 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +364 m of elevation gain and -364 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,036 m and 1,189 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 Walnut Saga?

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