calendar_today 24 Apr, 2026 – 26 Apr, 2026
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sell €50.00 – €200.00
The HOKA Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB is a premier trail running event in the Provence region, scheduled for Friday, April 24, to Sunday, April 26, 2026. Centered around the iconic "Giant of Provence," Mont Ventoux, the race offers a diverse range of distances from 26 km to 125 km. As part of the UTMB World Series, finishers earn "Running Stones," which are mandatory for entering the lottery for the UTMB World Series Finals in Chamonix.
| Race Category | Distance / Elevation | Running Stones | Start Date (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| UGP (100M) | 125 km / +5,700 m | 4 | Friday, April 24 |
| GEV (100K) | 87 km / +4,200 m | 3 | Saturday, April 25 |
| MMT (50K) | 51 km / +2,500 m | 2 | Sunday, April 26 |
| TDC (20K) | 26 km / +1,100 m | 1 | Saturday, April 25 |
Event Logistics and Registration
The event hub and "Ultra-Trail Village" are located in Malaucène, at the foot of Mont Ventoux. Registration fees range from approximately €41 for the 20K to €253 for the 100M, depending on the booking tier. Under current French regulations as of 2026, runners are no longer required to provide a medical certificate; instead, they must complete a Health Prevention Course (PPS) online three months before the race. Most race categories for 2026 have already reached "Full" status, though solidarity bibs may remain available through charitable donations.
Course and Environment
The routes are notoriously challenging due to the limestone terrain and unpredictable weather on the summit (1,910 m). The GEV 100K, for instance, covers wild gorges and airy ridgelines, passing landmarks like the Groseau spring and the Pic du Comte. Runners are required to carry mandatory safety equipment, including survival blankets and waterproof jackets, as conditions at the summit can be significantly colder than in the valleys of Malaucène and Bédoin.
Regional and Demographic Context
The race takes place in the Vaucluse department, a region characterized by a population of roughly 561,000 residents with a density of 157 inhabitants per km². The local demographics show a slightly older population than the national average, with a median age of 42.5 years. Approximately 7.6% of the population is of foreign nationality, primarily from other European nations and North Africa. Economically, the region is highly dependent on tourism and agriculture (lavender, vineyards, and truffles). The median household income in the Vaucluse is approximately €21,800 annually, which is slightly below the French national average, making large-scale sporting events like UTMB vital drivers for the local hospitality and service sectors.
Apr 24, 2026
Distance — 125K
Type — Running
23:59
€200.00
Apr 25, 2026
Distance — 87K
Type — Running
06:30
€150.00
Apr 25, 2026
Distance — 26K
Type — Running
08:30
€50.00
Apr 26, 2026
Distance — 51K
Type — Running
06:30
€75.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Malaucène.
Learn more about the host city, Malaucène.
Malaucène is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.
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