Race rules

Article 1 — Organisation

The Trail des Cimes is organised by the fictional association Club des Arolles. It includes five trail events held in semi-autonomy.

Article 2 — Participation requirements

Participation is open to runners who meet the age requirements for each event format. Each participant attests to having the necessary training and experience for the chosen event.

Article 3 — Registrations

All registrations are personal and final. Transferring a race bib to a third party is prohibited unless following the official procedure offered by the organisation.

Article 4 — Mandatory equipment

Each runner must carry the mandatory equipment required for their event format throughout the race. Checks may be conducted before the start, during the race, or at the finish line.

Article 5 — Semi-autonomy

The events are held in semi-autonomy. Participants must be able to manage their nutrition, hydration, and safety between aid stations.

Article 6 — Aid stations and assistance

Personal assistance is prohibited outside of the zones expressly designated by the organisation.

Article 7 — Safety

The organisation may modify, neutralise, or interrupt an event in the event of dangerous weather conditions or any situation that could compromise safety.

Article 8 — Time cut-offs

The time cut-offs indicated in the race booklet are mandatory. Any participant outside the time limit will be stopped and must follow the organisation’s instructions.

Article 9 — Withdrawal

Any withdrawal must be reported to the nearest control point manager. Unless in a medical emergency, participants must not leave the course without informing the organisation.

Article 10 — Environmental respect

Littering on the course is strictly prohibited. Any behaviour that harms the natural environment may result in a penalty or disqualification.

Article 11 — Respect for others

Participants agree to respect volunteers, other competitors, local residents, and trail users.

Article 12 — Rankings

A general ranking as well as category rankings are established for each event. The Relais des Sommets features a team ranking.

Article 13 — Right to image

Participation implies consent for the use of images taken during the event for communication purposes, within the limits set by applicable regulations.

Article 14 — Acceptance

Registering for an event implies unconditional acceptance of these regulations.