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Trail of the Cascade d'Ars

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 6 km to 33 km with up to 2,100 m D+ in Aulus-les-Bains (Occitanie, France)

LocationAulus-les-Bains, Occitanie, FranceShow on map(42.7909° N, 1.3374° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,100 m

Trail of the Cascade d'Ars is an endurance sporting event in Aulus-les-Bains, Occitanie, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Lakes & Ponds, Mountain, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including GARBET VALLEY TRAIL (33 km) (33 km, +2,100 m D+), HIKE OF THE CASCADE TURN (14 km, +63 m D+), GARBET VALLEY TRAIL (14 km) (14 km, +840 m D+), Mini trail of the Garbet Valley (6 km, +228 m D+), and Children's race / TOURN DE LA BIELO (1.5 km, +39 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 (trailcascadedars.wixsite.com).

Official website
Trail of the Cascade d'Ars in Aulus-les-Bains (Work: "Cirque de Gavarnie-Massif du Marboré-19990335", Photo: Daniel VILLAFRUELA, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cirque de Gavarnie-Massif du Marboré-19990335" · Photo: Daniel VILLAFRUELA · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadLakes & PondsMountainKids & Youth RacesHigh Altitude

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
GARBET VALLEY TRAIL (33 km)Trail Running33 km+2,100 m430 m - 1,312 mLoop courseRoute & profile
HIKE OF THE CASCADE TURNWalking & Hiking14 km+63 m433 m - 459 mLoop courseRoute & profile
GARBET VALLEY TRAIL (14 km)Trail Running14 km+840 m436 m - 789 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Mini trail of the Garbet ValleyTrail Running6 km+228 m439 m - 535 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Children's race / TOURN DE LA BIELOTrail Running1.5 km+39 m442 m - 458 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
33 km
Elevation gain
+2,100 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,100 m D-
Altitude range
430 m - 1,312 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
12.7 % / 22.9 %
Course format
Loop course
33 km+2,100 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N51015202530FS42.7909° N, 1.3374° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 430 m to 1,312 m above sea level (+2,100 m D+, -2,100 m D-)

Peak: 1,312 m·at 9.5 km·Ø 12.7 %
430 m724 m1,018 m1,312 m0 km6.6 km13.2 km19.8 km26.4 km33 km1,312 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail of the Cascade d'Ars take place?

Trail of the Cascade d'Ars takes place in Aulus-les-Bains, Occitanie, FR (start area at coordinates 42.7909° N, 1.3374° 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 of the Cascade d'Ars?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including GARBET VALLEY TRAIL (33 km) (33 km, +2,100 m D+), HIKE OF THE CASCADE TURN (14 km, +63 m D+), GARBET VALLEY TRAIL (14 km) (14 km, +840 m D+), Mini trail of the Garbet Valley (6 km, +228 m D+), and Children's race / TOURN DE LA BIELO (1.5 km, +39 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail of the Cascade d'Ars?

The main competition (GARBET VALLEY TRAIL (33 km) over 33 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,100 m of elevation gain and -2,100 m of elevation loss, ranging between 430 m and 1,312 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 of the Cascade d'Ars?

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