The rolling 100K of the Monts du Lyonnais — UTMB Index qualifier with a convivial spirit
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The Ultra-Trail des Coursières traverses the undulating hills of the Monts du Lyonnais, southwest of Lyon, on a loop course designed by ultra-runners for ultra-runners. The 104km route follows singletrack trails and country paths with panoramic views typical of this gentle mountain region — described by locals as alternately flowing and punishing. It's an ideal first 100K or preparation race for summer mountain ultras, backed by a well-organized, solidarity-minded club. The course is not published in advance to protect private landowner agreements, but a roadbook is distributed to registered runners in mid-April.
Some ultra experience recommended
Saint-Martin-en-Haut, Rhône, FranceMay 09, 2026
| Location | km | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
Départ - Saint-Martin-en-Haut Start | 0.0 | 685 m |
Col de Malval Aid Station | 16.4 | 722 m |
Montromant Aid Station | 35.0 | 556 m |
Pomeys - Base de vie (Salle Saint-Roch) Aid Station | 51.6 | 613 m |
Saint-Christo-en-Jarez Aid Station | 68.0 | 827 m |
Saint-Didier-sous-Riverie Aid Station | 86.5 | 520 m |
Saint-André-la-Côte Aid Station | 93.9 | 701 m |
Arrivée - Saint-Martin-en-Haut Finish | 104.4 | 690 m |
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Camping municipal de Saint-Martin-en-Haut (401 route du camping, tel. 04.78.48.62.16). Village NATURE l'Orée du Bois 2km from start. Dedicated RV/campervan parking at Parc du Petit Pont, 500m from the sports hall toward Saint-Symphorien-sur-Coise.
May weather in the Monts du Lyonnais is frequently wet; a waterproof jacket with membrane is mandatory gear
Pre-dawn start at 5h00 and potential nighttime running late in the race require a headlamp with spare batteries (mandatory)
No required gear specified
No recommended gear specified
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