Schedule
Friday
2:00 PM–8:00 PM: Trail village opening and race bib collection
6:00 PM: Grande Traversée briefing
8:00 PM: Grande Traversée start
Saturday
5:00 AM: Intégrale des Cimes and Relais des Sommets start
7:00 AM: Tour des Arolles start
9:00 AM: Village animations open
10:00 AM–7:00 PM: Arrivals for all races
6:00 PM: Tour des Arolles prize-giving
Sunday
7:30 AM: Balcon des Cimes start
9:00 AM: Children’s activities and races
11:00 AM: First arrivals
2:00 PM: Prize-giving
4:00 PM: Official closing of Trail des Cimes
On-site services
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Bag storage
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Changing rooms
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Showers
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Restrooms
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Post-race meals
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Parking
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Catering
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Shuttles
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Physio/osteopath
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Group warm-up
Location
The Val-Cimes village is located in the heart of the Arolles valley. To reduce traffic during the event, we recommend using the train and public transport.
The Saint-Pierre-des-Alpes train station is 18 km away. Free shuttles connect the station to Val-Cimes from Friday to Sunday.
By car, follow the "Trail des Cimes" signs at the valley entrance. Several temporary parking areas are set up around the village. The Val-Cimes center is closed to traffic during the event.
Bib pickup
Bib collection takes place at the trail village upon presentation of a valid ID.
Each participant must collect their bib in person. Mandatory equipment may be checked during collection or at random before the start.
Collection times depend on the chosen format. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the collection closing time for your race.
Shuttles
Free shuttles run throughout the weekend between the train station, the outlying parking areas, Val-Cimes and certain points along the course.
For the Relais des Sommets, a dedicated shuttle transports the second runners to Bellecombe and then brings the first runners back to Val-Cimes.
Spectators can also book certain shuttles to reach the designated viewing areas. Detailed schedules will be published the week before the event.
Accommodation
Le Refuge des Arolles
Rooms and dorms in the heart of Val-Cimes, a five-minute walk from the start. Special runner’s breakfast from 3:30 AM.
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Hôtel du Grand Balcon
3-star hotel near the trail village. Equipment storage, late Sunday start, and adapted catering.
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Camping des Hautes Cimes
Spots, cabins and vans 2 km from the start. A free shuttle serves the village all weekend.
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Les Chalets de Bellecombe
Apartments for 2 to 8 people in a quiet hamlet. Ideal for groups and families.
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At the finish
The finish line is located in the heart of the trail village. A dedicated area for runners features refreshments, meals, showers, luggage storage, and a recovery space.
Throughout the weekend, supporters and visitors can enjoy the partner village, live music, workshops about the mountains, a children’s area, and stalls from local producers.
Practical info
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