Complete crossing of the Belledonne massif — 152 km, 11,390m, glacier and all
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The complete crossing of the Belledonne massif from Vizille in Isère to Aiguebelle in Savoie — one of the most demanding alpine trail races in France. The 152 km route climbs 11,390 m and spends 40 km above 2,000 m, traversing 15 high mountain passes, crossing the Freydane glacier, and threading through four panoramic ridges. Runners discover over 30 mountain lakes and wild alpine terrain ranging from dense forest and moraines to snow-covered cols and exposed scrambles. The race runs in semi-autonomy through some of the most remote terrain in the French Alps — technically demanding throughout and requiring confident mountain navigation. A Hardrock 100 qualifying race since early editions, the Intégrale has been acclaimed since its 2013 debut as one of the most beautiful — and brutal — trails in the world.
Recommended for seasoned ultrarunners
Aiguebelle, Savoie, FranceAugust 21, 2026
L'Échappée Belle Intégrale is a point-to-point trail race in Aiguebelle, Savoie, France, held on August 21, 2026. The course covers 152 km, climbs 11,200 m, and has a 54h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Pacers | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start — Domaine de Vizille Start | 0.0 | 282 m | — | |||
Arselle — Foyer de ski de fond Aid Station | 17.5 | 1,628 m | — | |||
Refuge de la Pra Aid Station | 28.6 | 2,107 m | 9h2:00 PM | |||
Refuge Jean Collet Aid Station | 40.3 | 1,933 m | 13h30m6:30 PM | |||
Habert d'Aiguebelle Aid Station | 49.5 | 1,732 m | 17h10:00 PM | |||
Le Pleynet — Les 7 Laux Aid Station | 67.8 | 1,442 m | 23h4:00 AM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags | |
Gleyzin Aid Station | 84.9 | 1,088 m | 29h30m10:30 AM +1 | Crew | ||
Périoule Aid Station | 95.0 | 1,786 m | — | |||
Super Collet Aid Station | 104.9 | 1,643 m | 37h6:00 PM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags | |
Val Pelouse Aid Station | 123.1 | 1,718 m | 45h2:00 AM +2 | Crew | ||
Bourget-en-Huile Aid Station | 138.4 | 821 m | 51h8:00 AM +2 | Crew | ||
Finish — Aiguebelle Finish | 154.6 | 318 m | 55h12:00 PM +2 |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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No on-site camping at the race venue. Gymnasiums at Vizille (start) and Aiguebelle (finish) provide showers and toilets. See the accommodations page for nearby lodging options.
Course spends 40 km above 2,000 m with a summit at 2,930 m (Croix de Belledonne). Altitude sickness risk is real.
Temperature swings of +30°C in valleys to +10°C or below on ridges can occur on the same day in August. The 2023 edition was partially cancelled due to violent storms mid-race.
Afternoon thunderstorms are common in the French Alps in August, with significant exposed ridge time on the course.
Night sections above 2,000 m can drop to near-freezing temperatures; warm mid-layer is mandatory gear.
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