Trail de Brénod
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 1.5 km to 42 km with up to 1,500 m D+ in Brénod (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
Trail de Brénod is an endurance sporting event in Brénod, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Mountain.
The race program comprises 9 competitions, including 42 km - Maratrail of the 3 Bell Towers (42 km, +1,500 m D+), Maratrail of the 3 bell towers relay 2 (42 km, +1,500 m D+), We Climb the Ridges (24 km, +1,000 m D+), Monthoux Hike (16 km, +500 m D+), We Climb the Monthoux (16 km, +520 m D+), and Hike of the Versoud (10 km, +183 m D+) (9 competitions in total). 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 (retord-trail.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (9)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 km - Maratrail of the 3 Bell Towers | Trail Running | 42 km | +1,500 m | 846 m - 1,476 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Maratrail of the 3 bell towers relay 2 | Trail Running | 42 km | +1,500 m | 849 m - 1,479 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| We Climb the Ridges | Trail Running | 24 km | +1,000 m | 849 m - 1,141 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Monthoux Hike | Walking & Hiking | 16 km | +500 m | 846 m - 1,027 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| We Climb the Monthoux | Trail Running | 16 km | +520 m | 846 m - 1,036 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Hike of the Versoud | Walking & Hiking | 10 km | +183 m | 845 m - 972 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| We Go Up the Versoud | Trail Running | 8 km | +220 m | 846 m - 971 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| We climb the Santoux | Trail Running | 3 km | +120 m | 852 m - 902 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Le Monthoux Kids | Trail Running | 1.5 km | +57 m | 855 m - 879 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 846 m to 1,476 m above sea level (+1,500 m D+, -1,500 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 849 m to 1,479 m above sea level (+1,500 m D+, -1,500 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 849 m to 1,141 m above sea level (+1,000 m D+, -1,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 846 m to 1,027 m above sea level (+500 m D+, -500 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 846 m to 1,036 m above sea level (+520 m D+, -520 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 845 m to 972 m above sea level (+183 m D+, -183 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 846 m to 971 m above sea level (+220 m D+, -220 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 852 m to 902 m above sea level (+120 m D+, -120 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 855 m to 879 m above sea level (+57 m D+, -57 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Trail de Brénod take place?
Trail de Brénod takes place in Brénod, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 46.0593° N, 5.6056° 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 Trail de Brénod?
The race program comprises 9 competitions, including 42 km - Maratrail of the 3 Bell Towers (42 km, +1,500 m D+), Maratrail of the 3 bell towers relay 2 (42 km, +1,500 m D+), We Climb the Ridges (24 km, +1,000 m D+), Monthoux Hike (16 km, +500 m D+), We Climb the Monthoux (16 km, +520 m D+), and Hike of the Versoud (10 km, +183 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail de Brénod?
The main competition (42 km - Maratrail of the 3 Bell Towers over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,500 m of elevation gain and -1,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 846 m and 1,476 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 Trail de Brénod?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (retord-trail.com).