Trail RunningWalking & Hiking

Trail de la Michaille

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 12 km to 32 km in Valserhône (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationValserhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(46.1114° N, 5.8262° E)
Date & StatusApril 25, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +1,216 m

Trail de la Michaille is an endurance sporting event in Valserhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Mountain, Forest.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 32 km (32 km, +1,216 m D+), Trail 22 km (22 km, +836 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 m D+), and Walking 12 km (12 km, +54 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 25, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (traildelamichaille.fr).

Official website
Trail de la Michaille in Valserhône (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
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesMountainForest

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 32 kmTrail Running32 km+1,216 m346 m - 857 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 22 kmTrail Running22 km+836 m349 m - 700 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+456 m352 m - 544 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 12 kmWalking & Hiking12 km+54 m355 m - 378 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
32 km
Elevation gain
+1,216 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,216 m D-
Altitude range
346 m - 857 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
32 km+1,216 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N51015202530FS46.1114° N, 5.8262° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 346 m to 857 m above sea level (+1,216 m D+, -1,216 m D-)

Peak: 857 m·at 10.9 km·Ø 7.6 %
346 m516 m687 m857 m0 km6.4 km12.8 km19.2 km25.6 km32 km857 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail de la Michaille take place?

Trail de la Michaille takes place in Valserhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 46.1114° N, 5.8262° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 25, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Trail de la Michaille?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 32 km (32 km, +1,216 m D+), Trail 22 km (22 km, +836 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +456 m D+), and Walking 12 km (12 km, +54 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

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

The main competition (Trail 32 km over 32 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,216 m of elevation gain and -1,216 m of elevation loss, ranging between 346 m and 857 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 Trail de la Michaille?

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