© Juliette Rebour | Trail des Arcs
Le Trail des Arcs
Trail running event that begins at Arcs 1600 and takes in all the resorts in a giant loop
Open to everyone from the junior category and above, licensed or not, with a special course for children (from 9 to 16 years old).
The Adult Race
The adults course will be packed with multiple challenges!
A total distance of 18km, with 1000m of positive elevation gain and 1000m of negative elevation loss, to spice things several rankings will be established on different segments:
- the Prem’s Challenge - on the first kilometer of the course. (Distance: 1km | Elevation gain: 127m)
- the Casse Patte - steep climb to determine the best climber. (Distance: 4.12km | Elevation gain: 400m - from 6.18km to 10.3km)
- the Infernal Descent - who will manage this seemingly endless descent the best? Distance: 6.92km | Elevation loss: 1000m - from 11km to the finish at 18km
The Program
- 08:00 until 9:00: Last on-site registrations and race bib collection – Place du Soleil in Arc 1600
- 9:30: Race start from Place du Soleil in Arc 1600
- 11:00: Time barrier at Arc 2000, TSD Arcabulle departure
- Finish: Arc 1600
- 12:30: Awards ceremony – Arc 1600
The Kids' Race
After the adults, it's time for the kids! At the Arc 1600 resort, children, whether experienced or beginners, will have the opportunity to challenge themselves on trails specially designed for them. Adapted to all levels, these routes allow young athletes to discover the joy of trail running in a safe and friendly environment. It's the perfect opportunity for the youngest participants to get introduced to this outdoor sport while having fun and developing their taste for adventure and physical effort.
The Program
- 12:30 - 13:15: Last on-site registrations and race bib collection – Place du Soleil in Arc 1600
- 13:30: Start of the kids' races – Arc 1600
- 14:15: Kids' race awards ceremony
Venue
The mountains around La Plagne
