Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Ultra Trail du Vercors

Trail Running covering 8 km to 82 km with up to 4,800 m D+ in Autrans-Méaudre en Vercors (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationAutrans-Méaudre en Vercors, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.1761° N, 5.5428° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2012
Elevation gainUp to +4,800 m

Ultra Trail du Vercors is an endurance sporting event in Autrans-Méaudre en Vercors, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2012, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Forest, Nature & Off-Road, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including L'Ultra (82 km, +4,800 m D+), L'Ultra relais (82 km, +4,800 m D+), Trail des 4 Montagnes (48 km, +2,500 m D+), and Trail des Bleus du Vercors (8 km, +300 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 (ultratrailvercors.com).

Official website
Ultra Trail du Vercors in Autrans-Méaudre en Vercors (Work: "Le Vercors - Flickr - Ylliab Photo", Photo: Ylliab Photo from Grenoble, France, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Le Vercors - Flickr - Ylliab Photo" · Photo: Ylliab Photo from Grenoble, France · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP

Event characteristics

MountainForestNature & Off-RoadHigh AltitudeRelaySeaside & Coast

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
L'UltraTrail Running82 km+4,800 m1,036 m - 3,052 mLoop courseRoute & profile
L'Ultra relaisTrail Running82 km+4,800 m1,039 m - 3,055 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail des 4 MontagnesTrail Running48 km+2,500 m1,042 m - 2,092 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail des Bleus du VercorsTrail Running8 km+300 m1,045 m - 1,171 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
82 km
Elevation gain
+4,800 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,800 m D-
Altitude range
1,036 m - 3,052 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11.7 % / 21.1 %
Course format
Loop course
82 km+4,800 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N204060FS45.1761° N, 5.5428° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,036 m to 3,052 m above sea level (+4,800 m D+, -4,800 m D-)

Peak: 3,052 m·at 27.9 km·Ø 11.7 %
1,036 m1,708 m2,380 m3,052 m0 km16.4 km32.8 km49.2 km65.6 km82 km3,052 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Ultra Trail du Vercors take place?

Ultra Trail du Vercors takes place in Autrans-Méaudre en Vercors, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.1761° N, 5.5428° 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 du Vercors?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including L'Ultra (82 km, +4,800 m D+), L'Ultra relais (82 km, +4,800 m D+), Trail des 4 Montagnes (48 km, +2,500 m D+), and Trail des Bleus du Vercors (8 km, +300 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ultra Trail du Vercors?

The main competition (L'Ultra over 82 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,800 m of elevation gain and -4,800 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,036 m and 3,052 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 du Vercors?

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