Trail du Petit Ballon
Trail Running covering 800 m to 53 km with up to 2,100 m D+ in Rouffach (Grand Est, France)
Trail du Petit Ballon is an endurance sporting event in Rouffach, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2004, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Vineyards, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Forest.
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Le petit ballon (53 km, +2,100 m D+), Marathon du Petit Ballon (42 km, +1,550 m D+), The great crus (23 km, +750 m D+), The Donkey (12 km, +400 m D+), Teen Trail (3.4 km, +129 m D+), and Benji Trail (2.4 km, +91 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 14, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailpetitballon.fr).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (8)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le petit ballon | Trail Running | 53 km | +2,100 m | 188 m - 1,070 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Marathon du Petit Ballon | Trail Running | 42 km | +1,550 m | 191 m - 842 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The great crus | Trail Running | 23 km | +750 m | 194 m - 509 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Donkey | Trail Running | 12 km | +400 m | 197 m - 365 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Teen Trail | Trail Running | 3.4 km | +129 m | 200 m - 254 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Benji Trail | Trail Running | 2.4 km | +91 m | 188 m - 226 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Pouss Trail | Trail Running | 1.4 km | +53 m | 191 m - 213 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Pitchoun Trail | Trail Running | 800 m | +30 m | 194 m - 207 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 188 m to 1,070 m above sea level (+2,100 m D+, -2,100 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 191 m to 842 m above sea level (+1,550 m D+, -1,550 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 194 m to 509 m above sea level (+750 m D+, -750 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 197 m to 365 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 200 m to 254 m above sea level (+129 m D+, -129 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 188 m to 226 m above sea level (+91 m D+, -91 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 191 m to 213 m above sea level (+53 m D+, -53 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 194 m to 207 m above sea level (+30 m D+, -30 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Trail du Petit Ballon take place?
Trail du Petit Ballon takes place in Rouffach, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 47.9616° N, 7.2977° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 14, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Trail du Petit Ballon?
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Le petit ballon (53 km, +2,100 m D+), Marathon du Petit Ballon (42 km, +1,550 m D+), The great crus (23 km, +750 m D+), The Donkey (12 km, +400 m D+), Teen Trail (3.4 km, +129 m D+), and Benji Trail (2.4 km, +91 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail du Petit Ballon?
The main competition (Le petit ballon over 53 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,100 m of elevation gain and -2,100 m of elevation loss, ranging between 188 m and 1,070 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 du Petit Ballon?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailpetitballon.fr).