Trail Running

Trail des Volcans

Trail Running covering 19 km to 75 km with up to 3,250 m D+ in Murat-le-Quaire (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationMurat-le-Quaire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.5985° N, 2.7344° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,250 m

Trail des Volcans is an endurance sporting event in Murat-le-Quaire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 75 km (75 km, +3,250 m D+), Trail 43 km (43 km, +2,150 m D+), Trail Off (32 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 32 km (32 km, +1,450 m D+), Trail 20 km (20 km, +780 m D+), and Trail 19 km (19 km, +590 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 (3soleils-trail.fr).

Official website
Trail des Volcans in Murat-le-Quaire (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
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Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestMulti-DayFestiveHigh Altitude

Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 75 kmTrail Running75 km+3,250 m343 m - 1,708 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 43 kmTrail Running43 km+2,150 m346 m - 1,249 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail OffTrail Running32 km+1,100 m349 m - 811 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 32 kmTrail Running32 km+1,450 m352 m - 961 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 20 kmTrail Running20 km+780 m355 m - 683 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 19 kmTrail Running19 km+590 m343 m - 591 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
75 km
Elevation gain
+3,250 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,250 m D-
Altitude range
343 m - 1,708 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.7 % / 15.7 %
Course format
Loop course
75 km+3,250 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS45.5985° N, 2.7344° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 343 m to 1,708 m above sea level (+3,250 m D+, -3,250 m D-)

Peak: 1,708 m·at 42.2 km·Ø 8.7 %
343 m798 m1,253 m1,708 m0 km15 km30 km45 km60 km75 km1,708 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail des Volcans take place?

Trail des Volcans takes place in Murat-le-Quaire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.5985° N, 2.7344° 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 Volcans?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 75 km (75 km, +3,250 m D+), Trail 43 km (43 km, +2,150 m D+), Trail Off (32 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 32 km (32 km, +1,450 m D+), Trail 20 km (20 km, +780 m D+), and Trail 19 km (19 km, +590 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (Trail 75 km over 75 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,250 m of elevation gain and -3,250 m of elevation loss, ranging between 343 m and 1,708 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 Volcans?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (3soleils-trail.fr).