Ultra-Trail des Coursières
Trail Running covering 1 km to 163 km with up to 6,300 m D+ in Saint-Martin-en-Haut (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
Ultra-Trail des Coursières is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Martin-en-Haut, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2011, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Forest, Kids & Youth Races.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Le 160 km des Coursières (163 km, +6,300 m D+), The Ultra-Trail des Coursières - 104 km (104 km, +4,200 m D+), Le Trail des Coursières (51.9 km, +1,900 m D+), Le 25 km des Coursières (24 km, +820 m D+), Le City Trail des Coursières (12 km, +400 m D+), and Les P'tites Coursières - course enfant (1 km, +38 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 7, 2027 to May 8, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (traildescoursieres.fr).
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le 160 km des Coursières | Trail Running | 163 km | +6,300 m | 548 m - 3,194 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Ultra-Trail des Coursières - 104 km | Trail Running | 104 km | +4,200 m | 433 m - 921 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Le Trail des Coursières | Trail Running | 51.9 km | +1,900 m | 445 m - 926 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Le 25 km des Coursières | Trail Running | 24 km | +820 m | 440 m - 921 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Le City Trail des Coursières | Trail Running | 12 km | +400 m | 548 m - 812 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Les P'tites Coursières - course enfant | Trail Running | 1 km | +38 m | 548 m - 564 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 548 m to 3,194 m above sea level (+6,300 m D+, -6,300 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 433 m to 921 m above sea level (+4,200 m D+, -4,200 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 445 m to 926 m above sea level (+1,900 m D+, -1,900 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 440 m to 921 m above sea level (+820 m D+, -820 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 548 m to 812 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 548 m to 564 m above sea level (+38 m D+, -38 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Ultra-Trail des Coursières take place?
Ultra-Trail des Coursières takes place in Saint-Martin-en-Haut, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.6598° N, 4.5601° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 7, 2027 to May 8, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Ultra-Trail des Coursières?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Le 160 km des Coursières (163 km, +6,300 m D+), The Ultra-Trail des Coursières - 104 km (104 km, +4,200 m D+), Le Trail des Coursières (51.9 km, +1,900 m D+), Le 25 km des Coursières (24 km, +820 m D+), Le City Trail des Coursières (12 km, +400 m D+), and Les P'tites Coursières - course enfant (1 km, +38 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ultra-Trail des Coursières?
The main competition (Le 160 km des Coursières over 163 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,300 m of elevation gain and -6,300 m of elevation loss, ranging between 548 m and 3,194 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 Ultra-Trail des Coursières?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (traildescoursieres.fr).