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Mad'Trail

From Saturday 11 to Sunday 12 July 2026

The Mad'Trail of Valmorel: An Epic Trail Challenge in the Lauzière Massif

Are you passionate about trail running and sporting challenges? Don’t miss the Mad'Trail, the must-attend event for mountain running enthusiasts. This demanding 55.8 km course takes you through breathtaking landscapes, from the Lauzière massif to the spectacular ridges of Crève-Tête. Get ready for a unique adventure, where every stride brings you closer to victory.
 

Mad'Trail, The Ultimate Challenge!

The Mad'Trail starts by headlamp at 4:00 a.m. from the top of Rue du Bourg in Valmorel. You will pass through iconic locations such as the Lauzière massif, the Logis des Fées and Plan Lombardie mountain huts, the Arpettaz and Branley lakes, as well as the Col de la Madeleine, Col du Cheval Noir and Col du Gollet mountain passes. The summit of Crève-Tête and the foothills of the Belleville Valley add a majestic touch to this already impressive course.
 

Mad'Trail Route

  • Start at 4:00 a.m.: Begin your adventure in the summer night with a runnable section to warm up your legs.
  • First 10 km: Cross the villages of Quarante Planes and Celliers-Dessus, alternating between single tracks, forest trails, short climbs, accelerations and descents.
  • First Challenge – Km 10: Tackle an 8 km climb with 750 m of elevation gain on a single trail. Km 13: First aid station at the Logis des Fées refuge (altitude 1,839 m).
  • Lauzière Massif – Km 17: Run down to the second aid station at Pont Botto (km 20.5, altitude 1,500 m). Km 30.5: Reach the legendary Col de la Madeleine (altitude 2,000 m) after crossing spectacular mountain combes.
  • Climb to Col du Cheval Noir – Km 38.3: Aid station at the Plan Lombardie refuge after a technical descent.
  • Km 48: Ascent to the summit of Crève-Tête (altitude 2,342 m) with breathtaking views.
  • Final Descent – Km 55.8: Final aid station at Les Avanchers before returning to Valmorel via the hamlet of Lancheverne.
  • Aid Stations: 6 aid stations at km 12, 19.3, 29, 38, 47.4 and 54.5.

Mandatory Equipment for a Trail Race

  • Safety: 1 whistle, 1 windbreaker, 1 headlamp, 1 emergency blanket.
  • Communication: Mobile phone with Race HQ and Medical HQ numbers.
  • Hydration and Nutrition: Minimum 1L water supply, food reserve.
  • Environment: Eco-cup or personal container (no disposable cups at aid stations).

Mad'Trail Time Cut-Offs

Km 19.3 (Pont Botto): Must pass before 8:30 a.m.
Km 29 (Col de la Madeleine): Must pass before 11:00 a.m.
Km 47.4 (Col du Gollet): Must pass before 3:30 p.m.

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