Trail Running

Trail de la Grande Montagne

Trail Running covering 12 km to 42 km with up to 2,300 m D+ in Le Poizat-Lalleyriat (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLe Poizat-Lalleyriat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(46.1448° N, 5.6965° E)
Date & StatusMay 16, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +2,300 m

Trail de la Grande Montagne is an endurance sporting event in Le Poizat-Lalleyriat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, High Altitude, Mountain.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Le Marathon du Sanglier (42 km, +2,300 m D+), Le Marathon du Sanglier - Relais (42 km, +2,300 m D+), Le Chamois (25 km, +1,150 m D+), and Le Lynx (12 km, +500 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 16, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (traildelagrandemontagne.com).

Official website
Trail de la Grande Montagne in Le Poizat-Lalleyriat (Work: "Panorama Terrasse Rebuffat", Photo: Patrick Nouhailler, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Panorama Terrasse Rebuffat" · Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

ForestNature & Off-RoadHigh AltitudeMountainRelay

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Le Marathon du SanglierTrail Running42 km+2,300 m616 m - 1,201 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Marathon du Sanglier - RelaisTrail Running42 km+2,300 m830 m - 1,021 mMulti-lap courseRoute & profile
Le ChamoisTrail Running25 km+1,150 m764 m - 1,190 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le LynxTrail Running12 km+500 m764 m - 1,013 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+2,300 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,300 m D-
Altitude range
616 m - 1,201 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11 % / 32 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+2,300 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS46.1513° N, 5.7147° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 616 m to 1,201 m above sea level (+2,300 m D+, -2,300 m D-)

Peak: 1,201 m·at 14.6 km·Ø 11 %
616 m811 m1,006 m1,201 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km1,201 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail de la Grande Montagne take place?

Trail de la Grande Montagne takes place in Le Poizat-Lalleyriat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 46.1448° N, 5.6965° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 16, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Trail de la Grande Montagne?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Le Marathon du Sanglier (42 km, +2,300 m D+), Le Marathon du Sanglier - Relais (42 km, +2,300 m D+), Le Chamois (25 km, +1,150 m D+), and Le Lynx (12 km, +500 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail de la Grande Montagne?

The main competition (Le Marathon du Sanglier over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,300 m of elevation gain and -2,300 m of elevation loss, ranging between 616 m and 1,201 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 la Grande Montagne?

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