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Vtmb

Trail Running covering 7 km to 61 km with up to 5,000 m D+ in Courmayeur (Aosta Valley, Italy)

LocationCourmayeur, Aosta Valley, ItalyShow on map(45.7969° N, 6.9690° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +5,000 m

Vtmb is an endurance sporting event in Courmayeur, Aosta Valley, IT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Vertical Race, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Défi C61k (61 km, +5,000 m D+), Trail del Battaglione - T60k (60 km, +4,600 m D+), Vertical - VK2 (11 km, +2,000 m D+), and Vertical - VK1 (7 km, +900 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 (verticaltrailcourmayeurmontblanc.com).

Official website
Vtmb in Courmayeur (Work: "David Kelleher representing Republic of Ireland and Stuart McNally representing Great Britain competing in the World Masters Mountain Running Championships in 2022", Photo: Athetics123, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"David Kelleher representing Republic of Ireland and Stuart McNally representing Great Britain competing in the World Masters Mountain Running Championships in 2022" · Photo: Athetics123 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Vertical RaceMountainNature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Défi C61kTrail Running61 km+5,000 m1,003 m - 3,103 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail del Battaglione - T60kTrail Running60 km+4,600 m1,006 m - 2,938 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vertical - VK2Trail Running11 km+2,000 m1,009 m - 1,849 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vertical - VK1Trail Running7 km+900 m1,012 m - 1,390 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
61 km
Elevation gain
+5,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-5,000 m D-
Altitude range
1,003 m - 3,103 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
16.4 % / 29.5 %
Course format
Loop course
61 km+5,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS45.7969° N, 6.9690° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,003 m to 3,103 m above sea level (+5,000 m D+, -5,000 m D-)

Peak: 3,103 m·at 31.7 km·Ø 16.4 %
1,003 m1,703 m2,403 m3,103 m0 km12.2 km24.4 km36.6 km48.8 km61 km3,103 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Vtmb take place?

Vtmb takes place in Courmayeur, Aosta Valley, IT (start area at coordinates 45.7969° N, 6.969° 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 Vtmb?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Défi C61k (61 km, +5,000 m D+), Trail del Battaglione - T60k (60 km, +4,600 m D+), Vertical - VK2 (11 km, +2,000 m D+), and Vertical - VK1 (7 km, +900 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Vtmb?

The main competition (Défi C61k over 61 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,000 m of elevation gain and -5,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,003 m and 3,103 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 Vtmb?

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