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UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon)

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 12 km to 80 km with up to 4,523 m D+ in La Motte-Chalançon (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLa Motte-Chalançon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(44.4848° N, 5.3794° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,523 m

UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon) is an endurance sporting event in La Motte-Chalançon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Grand Tour des Crêtes - Relais (80 km, +4,200 m D+), Grand Tour des Crêtes (80 km, +4,523 m D+), Trail des Aiguilles (42 km, +2,350 m D+), Trail des Ruelles (21 km, +1,100 m D+), Rando des Aiguilles (20 km, +1,440 m D+), and Le trail de la Croix (13 km, +600 m D+) (7 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 (utmc.fr).

Official website
UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon) in La Motte-Chalançon (Work: "Panorama Terrasse Rebuffat", Photo: Patrick Nouhailler, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Panorama Terrasse Rebuffat" · Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesHigh AltitudeRelay

Races & distances (7)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Grand Tour des Crêtes - RelaisTrail Running80 km+4,200 m451 m - 1,426 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Grand Tour des CrêtesTrail Running80 km+4,523 m540 m - 2,440 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail des AiguillesTrail Running42 km+2,350 m448 m - 1,316 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail des RuellesTrail Running21 km+1,100 m537 m - 1,370 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Rando des AiguillesWalking & Hiking20 km+1,440 m460 m - 1,345 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le trail de la CroixTrail Running13 km+600 m537 m - 858 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Rando de la CroixWalking & Hiking12 km+600 m540 m - 792 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
80 km
Elevation gain
+4,200 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,200 m D-
Altitude range
451 m - 1,426 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10.5 % / 30.4 %
Course format
Loop course
80 km+4,200 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS44.4862° N, 5.3807° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 451 m to 1,426 m above sea level (+4,200 m D+, -4,200 m D-)

Peak: 1,426 m·at 48 km·Ø 10.5 %
451 m776 m1,101 m1,426 m0 km16 km32 km48 km64 km80 km1,426 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon) take place?

UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon) takes place in La Motte-Chalançon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 44.4848° N, 5.3794° 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 UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon)?

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Grand Tour des Crêtes - Relais (80 km, +4,200 m D+), Grand Tour des Crêtes (80 km, +4,523 m D+), Trail des Aiguilles (42 km, +2,350 m D+), Trail des Ruelles (21 km, +1,100 m D+), Rando des Aiguilles (20 km, +1,440 m D+), and Le trail de la Croix (13 km, +600 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon)?

The main competition (Grand Tour des Crêtes - Relais over 80 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,200 m of elevation gain and -4,200 m of elevation loss, ranging between 451 m and 1,426 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 UTMC (Ultra Tour de la Motte-Chalancon)?

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