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Trail des Mélèzes du Mercantour

Trail Running covering 10 km to 50 km with up to 3,070 m D+ in Colmars (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

LocationColmars, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FranceShow on map(44.1820° N, 6.6271° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,070 m

Trail des Mélèzes du Mercantour is an endurance sporting event in Colmars, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 50 km (50 km, +3,070 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,610 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +500 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 (traildesmelezes.fr).

Official website
Trail des Mélèzes du Mercantour in Colmars (Work: "Les Falaises du Devension-Calanques de Cassis", Photo: Tobi 87, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Les Falaises du Devension-Calanques de Cassis" · Photo: Tobi 87 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestKids & Youth RacesMulti-DayHigh Altitude

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+3,070 m9 m - 1,298 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+1,610 m12 m - 688 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+500 m15 m - 225 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
50 km
Elevation gain
+3,070 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,070 m D-
Altitude range
9 m - 1,298 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
12.3 % / 22.1 %
Course format
Loop course
50 km+3,070 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS44.1820° N, 6.6271° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 9 m to 1,298 m above sea level (+3,070 m D+, -3,070 m D-)

Peak: 1,298 m·at 22.8 km·Ø 12.3 %
9 m439 m868 m1,298 m0 km10 km20 km30 km40 km50 km1,298 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail des Mélèzes du Mercantour take place?

Trail des Mélèzes du Mercantour takes place in Colmars, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 44.182° N, 6.6271° 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 des Mélèzes du Mercantour?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 50 km (50 km, +3,070 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,610 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +500 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail des Mélèzes du Mercantour?

The main competition (Trail 50 km over 50 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,070 m of elevation gain and -3,070 m of elevation loss, ranging between 9 m and 1,298 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 des Mélèzes du Mercantour?

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