Millau, Aveyron, France · Sunday, October 24, 2027
50 mi
Grand Trail des Templiers
351 days away
80.4 km Distance
3,443 m Climbing
9.2 Grit · Elite / extreme
What the course asks
Climbing rate 43 m / km
Mountain. Significant climbing. Steep sections will require power hiking.
Field size ~2,416 Very large. Congested start, busy aid stations.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (80.4km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, October
Daytime high 17°C
Night low 7°C
Rainfall Showers likely
Daylight 10 h 39 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for October — NASA POWER, grid elevation 664 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 80 km of trail with 3,443 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes43 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition80 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles3,443 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps80 km almost certainly means running into the night.
About
A classic French trail race through the dramatic gorges and plateaus of Aveyron.
Highlights
- French trail classic
- Dramatic gorge scenery
- Templar history
Course Notes
Pour vivre la grande aventure des Templiers. La légende et l'âme du trail sur un parcours unique sur les Causses.
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