La Virade de l'Espoir d'Ecotay de l'Olme
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 6 km to 22 km in Écotay (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
La Virade de l'Espoir d'Ecotay de l'Olme is an endurance sporting event in Écotay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking and Mountain Biking. Key features include Charity Run, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest.
The race program comprises 12 competitions, including Trail 22 km (22 km, +836 m D+), 22 KM MARCHE (22 km, +99 m D+), 22 KM VÉLO (22 km, +836 m D+), Trail 18 km (18 km, +684 m D+), 18 KM MARCHE (18 km, +81 m D+), and 18 KM VÉLO (18 km, +684 m D+) (12 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 (virade-ecotay.org).

Event characteristics
Races & distances (12)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 22 km | Trail Running | 22 km | +836 m | 359 m - 710 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 22 KM MARCHE | Walking & Hiking | 22 km | +99 m | 362 m - 404 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 22 KM VÉLO | Mountain Biking | 22 km | +836 m | 365 m - 716 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 18 km | Trail Running | 18 km | +684 m | 368 m - 655 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 18 KM MARCHE | Walking & Hiking | 18 km | +81 m | 371 m - 405 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 18 KM VÉLO | Mountain Biking | 18 km | +684 m | 359 m - 646 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 13 km | Trail Running | 13 km | +494 m | 362 m - 569 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 13 KM MARCHE | Walking & Hiking | 13 km | +58 m | 365 m - 389 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 13 KM VÉLO | Mountain Biking | 13 km | +494 m | 368 m - 575 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 6 km | Trail Running | 6 km | +228 m | 371 m - 467 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 6 KM MARCHE | Walking & Hiking | 6 km | +27 m | 359 m - 370 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 6 KM VÉLO | Mountain Biking | 6 km | +228 m | 362 m - 458 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 359 m to 710 m above sea level (+836 m D+, -836 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 362 m to 404 m above sea level (+99 m D+, -99 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 365 m to 716 m above sea level (+836 m D+, -836 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 368 m to 655 m above sea level (+684 m D+, -684 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 371 m to 405 m above sea level (+81 m D+, -81 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 359 m to 646 m above sea level (+684 m D+, -684 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 362 m to 569 m above sea level (+494 m D+, -494 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 365 m to 389 m above sea level (+58 m D+, -58 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 368 m to 575 m above sea level (+494 m D+, -494 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 371 m to 467 m above sea level (+228 m D+, -228 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 359 m to 370 m above sea level (+27 m D+, -27 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 362 m to 458 m above sea level (+228 m D+, -228 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does La Virade de l'Espoir d'Ecotay de l'Olme take place?
La Virade de l'Espoir d'Ecotay de l'Olme takes place in Écotay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.5891° N, 4.041° 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 La Virade de l'Espoir d'Ecotay de l'Olme?
The race program comprises 12 competitions, including Trail 22 km (22 km, +836 m D+), 22 KM MARCHE (22 km, +99 m D+), 22 KM VÉLO (22 km, +836 m D+), Trail 18 km (18 km, +684 m D+), 18 KM MARCHE (18 km, +81 m D+), and 18 KM VÉLO (18 km, +684 m D+) (12 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running, Walking & Hiking and Mountain Biking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for La Virade de l'Espoir d'Ecotay de l'Olme?
The main competition (Trail 22 km over 22 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +836 m of elevation gain and -836 m of elevation loss, ranging between 359 m and 710 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 La Virade de l'Espoir d'Ecotay de l'Olme?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (virade-ecotay.org).