Trail du Lac de Paladru
Trail Running and Nordic Walking covering 11 km to 85 km with up to 3,200 m D+ in Montferrat (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
Trail du Lac de Paladru is an endurance sporting event in Montferrat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Nordic Walking. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Lakes & Ponds, Mountain, Forest, Nature & Off-Road.
The race program comprises 13 competitions, including The Ultra Trail du Pays Voironnais (85 km, +3,200 m D+), The Ultra Trail du Pays Voironnais Relay (85 km, +3,200 m D+), The Grand Lake Tour (55 km, +2,000 m D+), Stage Race 17 km + 32 km (49 km, +1,740 m D+), Stage Race 12KM + 17KM + 16KM (45 km, +1,710 m D+), and Stage Race 17 km + 16 km (32.5 km, +1,130 m D+) (13 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (traildulacdepaladru.fr).
Races & distances (13)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ultra Trail du Pays Voironnais | Trail Running | 85 km | +3,200 m | 444 m - 795 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Ultra Trail du Pays Voironnais Relay | Trail Running | 85 km | +3,200 m | 546 m - 1,890 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Grand Lake Tour | Trail Running | 55 km | +2,000 m | 475 m - 792 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Stage Race 17 km + 32 km | Trail Running | 49 km | +1,740 m | 552 m - 1,283 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Stage Race 12KM + 17KM + 16KM | Trail Running | 45 km | +1,710 m | 555 m - 1,273 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Stage Race 17 km + 16 km | Trail Running | 32.5 km | +1,130 m | 543 m - 1,018 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Les Hauts du Lac | Trail Running | 32.2 km | +1,000 m | 546 m - 966 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Semi-Nocturne | Trail Running | 16.7 km | +740 m | 492 m - 743 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| Semi-Nocturne Duo | Trail Running | 16.7 km | +740 m | 552 m - 863 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Nordic Walking Les Hauts de Paladru | Nordic Walking | 15.8 km | +390 m | 492 m - 700 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Le Découverte | Trail Running | 15.8 km | +400 m | 492 m - 700 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Montfrinoise | Trail Running | 12 km | +400 m | 543 m - 706 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Nordic Walking - Discovery | Nordic Walking | 11 km | +200 m | 492 m - 680 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 444 m to 795 m above sea level (+3,200 m D+, -3,200 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 546 m to 1,890 m above sea level (+3,200 m D+, -3,200 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 475 m to 792 m above sea level (+2,000 m D+, -2,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 552 m to 1,283 m above sea level (+1,740 m D+, -1,740 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 555 m to 1,273 m above sea level (+1,710 m D+, -1,710 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 543 m to 1,018 m above sea level (+1,130 m D+, -1,130 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 546 m to 966 m above sea level (+1,000 m D+, -1,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 492 m to 743 m above sea level (+740 m D+, -740 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 552 m to 863 m above sea level (+740 m D+, -740 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 492 m to 700 m above sea level (+390 m D+, -390 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 492 m to 700 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 543 m to 706 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 492 m to 680 m above sea level (+200 m D+, -200 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Trail du Lac de Paladru take place?
Trail du Lac de Paladru takes place in Montferrat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.4895° N, 5.5915° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Trail du Lac de Paladru?
The race program comprises 13 competitions, including The Ultra Trail du Pays Voironnais (85 km, +3,200 m D+), The Ultra Trail du Pays Voironnais Relay (85 km, +3,200 m D+), The Grand Lake Tour (55 km, +2,000 m D+), Stage Race 17 km + 32 km (49 km, +1,740 m D+), Stage Race 12KM + 17KM + 16KM (45 km, +1,710 m D+), and Stage Race 17 km + 16 km (32.5 km, +1,130 m D+) (13 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Nordic Walking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail du Lac de Paladru?
The main competition (The Ultra Trail du Pays Voironnais over 85 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,200 m of elevation gain and -3,200 m of elevation loss, ranging between 444 m and 795 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 du Lac de Paladru?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (traildulacdepaladru.fr).