France · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (Savoie)
Grand Trail du Lac
Distance
75 km
Date
October 17, 2026
Entry fee
85 EUR
€ / km
€1.13
Lake Bourget beauty: runnable lakeside sections mixed with tough climbs and a crisp alpine feel.
Elevation and Terrain
Total Meters
3580m
D+/KM
47.73m/km
For context, the Tor des Géants 330 loop has 73 D+/km.
Course Profile — Nocturnal Start, Lakeside Singletrack, Ridge Climbs, and Mont Blanc Views
Q: Is Grand Trail du Lac an ITRA qualifier? A: Yes — the 75km is ITRA certified (74.39km as measured by ITRA). Check the current ITRA listing for point values and UTMB qualifying status.
€85 for a 20-Year-Old Pre-Alpine French Race: The Grand Trail du Lac Value Case
Q: How much does it cost to enter Grand Trail du Lac 75km? A: €85 — €1.13 per kilometre. Registration confirmed open as of May 2026. Note: the race uses the njuko platform; check for any service fees at checkout.
Getting There: Geneva, Lyon, and the Train to Lac du Bourget
Q: When does the 2026 Grand Trail du Lac 75km take place? A: October 17–18, 2026. The 75km likely starts before dawn on October 17. The 34km solo option starts separately from Chanaz.
Who Should Run Grand Trail du Lac 75km?
Q: Which airport should I use for Grand Trail du Lac? A: Geneva (GVA) and Lyon (LYS) are both approximately 60 minutes from the race start — excellent dual-airport access with direct train connections to Aix-les-Bains and Le Bourget-du-Lac. Accommodation is strong around the lake; book early for October.
Logistics
Nearest airport
Geneva (GVA) / Lyon (LYS)
Notes
Start: ~1–1.5 hrs (GVA) or ~1–1.5 hrs (LYS) to Aix-les-Bains / Public transport: excellent (train) / Accommodation: strong around lake; book early (summer)
