Trail RunningLigue UltraUTMB Index Races

Trail de Haute Provence (THP)

Trail Running covering 380 m to 166 km with up to 7,172 m D+ in Forcalquier (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

LocationForcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FranceShow on map(43.9501° N, 5.7650° E)
Date & StatusMay 6, 2027 to May 9, 2027Date confirmed
First edition2013
Elevation gainUp to +7,172 m

Trail de Haute Provence (THP) is an endurance sporting event in Forcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2013, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of Ligue Ultra, UTMB Index Races. Key features include High Altitude, Charity Run, Festive, Forest.

The race program comprises 20 competitions, including THP 160 (166 km, +7,000 m D+), THP 160 Relay 5 people (165.5 km, +7,172 m D+), THP 120 (123.21 km, +5,535 m D+), THP 80 (78.38 km, +3,393 m D+), THP 80 in a 4-person relay (78.38 km, +3,393 m D+), and THP 65 (64.47 km, +2,748 m D+) (20 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 6, 2027 to May 9, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (mythp.fr).

Official website
Trail de Haute Provence (THP) in Forcalquier (Work: "Malta - Sliema - Tigné Point - outer trail 05 ies", Photo: Frank Vincentz, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Malta - Sliema - Tigné Point - outer trail 05 ies" · Photo: Frank Vincentz · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

High AltitudeCharity RunFestiveForestKids & Youth RacesMountainNature & Off-RoadNight RunMulti-DayRelaySeaside & CoastTeam EventDuo

Races & distances (20)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
THP 160Trail Running166 km+7,000 m430 m - 1,792 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 160 Relay 5 peopleTrail Running165.5 km+7,172 m433 m - 3,445 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 120Trail Running123.21 km+5,535 m436 m - 2,761 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 80Trail Running78.38 km+3,393 m439 m - 1,864 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 80 in a 4-person relayTrail Running78.38 km+3,393 m512 m - 1,816 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 65Trail Running64.47 km+2,748 m511 m - 1,692 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 50Trail Running49.47 km+1,697 m414 m - 776 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
THP 40Trail Running38.9 km+1,243 m512 m - 894 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 30Trail Running27.21 km+1,107 m515 m - 900 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP OlympeTrail Running25 km+1,300 m442 m - 988 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 20Trail Running20.83 km+782 m514 m - 895 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 1 month for 2Trail Running20 km+800 m433 m - 769 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 10 ProTrail Running9.33 km+316 m534 m - 744 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP 10Trail Running9.33 km+316 m439 m - 572 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP teen (14-15 years)Trail Running3.85 km+107 m542 m - 628 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP Horizon LongTrail Running3.8 km+110 m542 m - 628 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP Junior (12-13 years old)Trail Running3.3 km+125 m433 m - 485 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP discovery (10-11 years)Trail Running1.2 km+46 m436 m - 455 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP awakening (3 to 9 years)Trail Running500 m+5 m545 m - 548 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THP Horizon CourtTrail Running380 m+5 m545 m - 548 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
166 km
Elevation gain
+7,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-7,000 m D-
Altitude range
430 m - 1,792 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.4 % / 33.6 %
Course format
Loop course
166 km+7,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS43.9603° N, 5.7803° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 430 m to 1,792 m above sea level (+7,000 m D+, -7,000 m D-)

Peak: 1,792 m·at 67 km·Ø 8.4 %
430 m884 m1,338 m1,792 m0 km33.2 km66.4 km99.6 km132.8 km166 km1,792 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail de Haute Provence (THP) take place?

Trail de Haute Provence (THP) takes place in Forcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 43.9501° N, 5.765° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 6, 2027 to May 9, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Trail de Haute Provence (THP)?

The race program comprises 20 competitions, including THP 160 (166 km, +7,000 m D+), THP 160 Relay 5 people (165.5 km, +7,172 m D+), THP 120 (123.21 km, +5,535 m D+), THP 80 (78.38 km, +3,393 m D+), THP 80 in a 4-person relay (78.38 km, +3,393 m D+), and THP 65 (64.47 km, +2,748 m D+) (20 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail de Haute Provence (THP)?

The main competition (THP 160 over 166 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +7,000 m of elevation gain and -7,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 430 m and 1,792 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 de Haute Provence (THP)?

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