Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 12 km to 140 km with up to 6,000 m D+ in Le Puy-en-Velay (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB is an endurance sporting event in Le Puy-en-Velay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. It is part of UTMB Index Races, UTMB World Series. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Multi-Day, Mountain.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Ultra of Saint Jacques - 100M (140 km, +6,000 m D+), Grand Trail of Saint James - 100K (88 km, +3,600 m D+), Monistrail - 50K (55 km, +2,100 m D+), The Chibottes - 20K (28 km, +750 m D+), The Hike (28 km, +750 m D+), and The 12 of the Dolaizon (12 km, +200 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 18, 2027 to June 20, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (saint-jacques.utmb.world).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra of Saint Jacques - 100M | Trail Running | 140 km | +6,000 m | 611 m - 3,131 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Grand Trail of Saint James - 100K | Trail Running | 88 km | +3,600 m | 614 m - 2,126 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Monistrail - 50K | Trail Running | 55 km | +2,100 m | 617 m - 1,499 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Chibottes - 20K | Trail Running | 28 km | +750 m | 620 m - 935 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Hike | Walking & Hiking | 28 km | +750 m | 623 m - 938 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The 12 of the Dolaizon | Trail Running | 12 km | +200 m | 611 m - 695 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 611 m to 3,131 m above sea level (+6,000 m D+, -6,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 614 m to 2,126 m above sea level (+3,600 m D+, -3,600 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 617 m to 1,499 m above sea level (+2,100 m D+, -2,100 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 620 m to 935 m above sea level (+750 m D+, -750 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 623 m to 938 m above sea level (+750 m D+, -750 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 611 m to 695 m above sea level (+200 m D+, -200 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB take place?
Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB takes place in Le Puy-en-Velay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.0494° N, 3.8905° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 18, 2027 to June 20, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Ultra of Saint Jacques - 100M (140 km, +6,000 m D+), Grand Trail of Saint James - 100K (88 km, +3,600 m D+), Monistrail - 50K (55 km, +2,100 m D+), The Chibottes - 20K (28 km, +750 m D+), The Hike (28 km, +750 m D+), and The 12 of the Dolaizon (12 km, +200 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB?
The main competition (Ultra of Saint Jacques - 100M over 140 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,000 m of elevation gain and -6,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 611 m and 3,131 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 Saint-Jacques by UTMB?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (saint-jacques.utmb.world).