Trail Running

Trail des Piqueurs

Trail Running covering 11 km to 52 km with up to 2,500 m D+ in Saint-Jean-des-Ollières (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationSaint-Jean-des-Ollières, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.6435° N, 3.4344° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2009
Elevation gainUp to +2,500 m

Trail des Piqueurs is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Jean-des-Ollières, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2009, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including 52 km Relais à 2 (52 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 52 km (52 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,000 m D+), and Trail 11 km (11 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 (traildespiqueurs.fr).

Official website
Trail des Piqueurs in Saint-Jean-des-Ollières (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
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainKids & Youth RacesRelayHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
52 km Relais à 2Trail Running52 km+2,500 m449 m - 1,499 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 52 kmTrail Running52 km+2,500 m452 m - 1,502 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+1,000 m455 m - 875 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 11 kmTrail Running11 km+500 m458 m - 668 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
52 km
Elevation gain
+2,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,500 m D-
Altitude range
449 m - 1,499 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.6 % / 17.3 %
Course format
Loop course
52 km+2,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS45.6435° N, 3.4344° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 449 m to 1,499 m above sea level (+2,500 m D+, -2,500 m D-)

Peak: 1,499 m·at 19.4 km·Ø 9.6 %
449 m799 m1,149 m1,499 m0 km10.4 km20.8 km31.2 km41.6 km52 km1,499 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail des Piqueurs take place?

Trail des Piqueurs takes place in Saint-Jean-des-Ollières, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.6435° N, 3.4344° 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 Piqueurs?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including 52 km Relais à 2 (52 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 52 km (52 km, +2,500 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +1,000 m D+), and Trail 11 km (11 km, +500 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail des Piqueurs?

The main competition (52 km Relais à 2 over 52 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,500 m of elevation gain and -2,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 449 m and 1,499 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 Piqueurs?

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