Courmayeur, Aosta Valley, Italy · Sunday, September 12, 2027

200 mi +

Tor des Géants

309 days away
330 km Distance
24,000 m Climbing
10.0 Grit · Elite / extreme
45.7969° N, 6.9686° E© OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles Data from OpenStreetMap

What the course asks

Climbing rate 73 m / km Vertical. Extreme verticality. This is a technical mountain course with sustained steep grades.
Field size ~743 Very large. Congested start, busy aid stations.

DUV results for the 2025 edition (330km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.

Typical conditions, September

Daytime high 14°C
Night low 4°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 12 h 47 m of light

Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 1714 m. Not a forecast.

The Aid Station

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⛰️ terrain

This is a vertical course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.

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👟 gear

With mountain terrain, choose a shoe with aggressive lugs (5mm+) for optimal performance.

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🥤 nutrition

For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.

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Gear for this race

Chosen for 330 km of mountain with 24,000 m of ascent.

  • Trail Running Shoes73 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
  • Race NutritionPast 330 km the palate quits before the legs do — carry more than one flavour.
  • Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
  • Trekking Poles24,000 m of ascent to walk up.
  • HeadlampsA 150 h limit puts you out there after dark.
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About

A 330km mountain endurance trail through the Aosta Valley with 24,000m of elevation gain.

Highlights

  • 330km continuous race
  • 24,000m elevation
  • 150-hour time limit

Course Notes

You will cross the territory of 34 municipalities on the official trails of the Aosta Valley, starting and ending in Courmayeur.

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