Trail Grand Velay
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 10 km to 31 km with up to 1,200 m D+ in Polignac (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
Trail Grand Velay is an endurance sporting event in Polignac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Snow, Relay, Multi-Day.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Le TGV (31 km, +1,200 m D+), La Dentelière (Solo et Duo) (21 km, +800 m D+), La Dentelière (18 km, +700 m D+), Walking 17 km (17 km, +550 m D+), La Vellave Express (Solo et Challenge entreprise) (10 km, +400 m D+), and Walking 10 km (10 km, +350 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 (trailgrandvelay.fr).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le TGV | Trail Running | 31 km | +1,200 m | 612 m - 1,116 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Dentelière (Solo et Duo) | Trail Running | 21 km | +800 m | 615 m - 951 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Dentelière | Trail Running | 18 km | +700 m | 618 m - 912 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 17 km | Walking & Hiking | 17 km | +550 m | 621 m - 852 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Vellave Express (Solo et Challenge entreprise) | Trail Running | 10 km | +400 m | 624 m - 792 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 10 km | Walking & Hiking | 10 km | +350 m | 612 m - 759 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 612 m to 1,116 m above sea level (+1,200 m D+, -1,200 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 615 m to 951 m above sea level (+800 m D+, -800 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 618 m to 912 m above sea level (+700 m D+, -700 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 621 m to 852 m above sea level (+550 m D+, -550 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 624 m to 792 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 612 m to 759 m above sea level (+350 m D+, -350 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Trail Grand Velay take place?
Trail Grand Velay takes place in Polignac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.0689° N, 3.8602° 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 Grand Velay?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Le TGV (31 km, +1,200 m D+), La Dentelière (Solo et Duo) (21 km, +800 m D+), La Dentelière (18 km, +700 m D+), Walking 17 km (17 km, +550 m D+), La Vellave Express (Solo et Challenge entreprise) (10 km, +400 m D+), and Walking 10 km (10 km, +350 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail Grand Velay?
The main competition (Le TGV over 31 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,200 m of elevation gain and -1,200 m of elevation loss, ranging between 612 m and 1,116 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 Grand Velay?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailgrandvelay.fr).