Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour

Trail Running covering 5 km to 160 km with up to 7,150 m D+ in Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

LocationSaint-Martin-Vésubie, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FranceShow on map(44.0701° N, 7.2564° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +7,150 m

Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Martin-Vésubie, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Trail 160 km (160 km, +6,080 m D+), Trail 120 km (120 km, +7,150 m D+), Trail 120 km (Relay) (120 km, +7,150 m D+), Trail 75 km (75 km, +5,500 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +4,100 m D+), and Trail 30 km (30 km, +2,100 m D+) (8 competitions in total). 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 (utcam06.com).

Official website
Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour in Saint-Martin-Vésubie (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

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh AltitudeNight RunRelay

Races & distances (8)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 160 kmTrail Running160 km+6,080 m7 m - 2,561 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 120 kmTrail Running120 km+7,150 m10 m - 3,013 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 120 km (Relay)Trail Running120 km+7,150 m13 m - 3,016 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 75 kmTrail Running75 km+5,500 m16 m - 2,326 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+4,100 m19 m - 1,741 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 30 kmTrail Running30 km+2,100 m7 m - 889 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+550 m10 m - 241 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 5 kmTrail Running5 km+500 m13 m - 223 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
160 km
Elevation gain
+6,080 m D+
Elevation loss
-6,080 m D-
Altitude range
7 m - 2,561 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
160 km+6,080 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120140FS44.0701° N, 7.2564° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 7 m to 2,561 m above sea level (+6,080 m D+, -6,080 m D-)

Peak: 2,561 m·at 54.7 km·Ø 7.6 %
7 m858 m1,710 m2,561 m0 km32 km64 km96 km128 km160 km2,561 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour take place?

Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour takes place in Saint-Martin-Vésubie, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 44.0701° N, 7.2564° 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 Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour?

The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Trail 160 km (160 km, +6,080 m D+), Trail 120 km (120 km, +7,150 m D+), Trail 120 km (Relay) (120 km, +7,150 m D+), Trail 75 km (75 km, +5,500 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +4,100 m D+), and Trail 30 km (30 km, +2,100 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour?

The main competition (Trail 160 km over 160 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,080 m of elevation gain and -6,080 m of elevation loss, ranging between 7 m and 2,561 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 Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur Mercantour?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (utcam06.com).