Les Arcs Trail Running Race

07^th August 2025

The Trail des Arcs is back on August 7, 2025.

Starting from Arc 1600, this running race follows a loop on pedestrian trails, connecting the different sites of Les Arcs. It is open to everyone from the junior category and above, whether licensed or not. A specific course for children will be available (from the poussin category to the cadet category).

THE ADULT COURSE

A course packed with multiple challenges! The total distance of the Trail des Arcs is 18 km, with 1000 m of positive elevation gain and 1000 m of negative elevation loss. To spice up the competitive spirit, several rankings will be established on different segments:

- The Prem’s: Challenge yourself on the first kilometer of the course. Distance: 1 km - Elevation gain: 127 m
- The Casse Patte: A steep climb to determine the best climber. Distance: 4.12 km - Elevation gain: 400 m - from km 6.18 to km 10.3
- The Infernal Descent: Who will manage this seemingly endless descent the best? Distance: 6.92 km
- Elevation loss: 1000 m - from km 11 to the finish at km 18

See the course -->

The Program

8:00-9:00 AM : Last on-site registrations and race bib collection – Place du Soleil in Arc 1600

9:30 AM: Race start from Place du Soleil in Arc 1600

11:00 AM: Time barrier at Arc 2000, TSD Arcabulle departure

Finish : Arc 1600

12:30 PM: Awards ceremony – Arc 1600

THE KIDS COURSE

After the adults, it's time for the kids to take on the Kids Trail des Arcs! 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.

See the Poussins and Benjamins course -->

See the Minimes and Cadets course – loop to be completed twice -->