The Trail la Chaussée des Géants will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Thueyts, Ardèche, France. This is the 13th edition and the final edition organized by the current historical team. The event offers trail distances including La Gravenne (10 km, 490 m D+), Le Ranc Qualiou (20 km, 1,050 m D+), and Les Trois Vallées (51 km, 2,900 m D+). Hiking/rando options include 10 km (500 m D+), 15 km, and 20 km (1,050 m D+). The courses run on technical single‑track trails, with varied terrain including rolling ridges, rocky sections, and chestnut forest shade. Approximately 230 volunteers support the event. Registrations open on October 30.
| Course | Distance | Elevation Gain (D+) | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Gravenne | 10 km | 490 m | Trail |
| Le Ranc Qualiou | 20 km | 1,050 m | Trail |
| Les Trois Vallées | 51 km | 2,900 m | Trail |
| Rando 10 km | 10 km | 500 m | Hiking / walking |
| Rando 15‑20 km | 15 or 20 km | 1,050 m | Hiking / walking |
All participants must follow event rules. The event is described as a small family‑oriented race with a big heart, emphasizing volunteer spirit and wild, technical terrain. The courses are mostly on single‑track trails inaccessible by car. Runners should remain vigilant as recovery zones are limited and descents are not restful. The event has a strong community focus, with over 200 bénévoles (volunteers) involved.
Trail la Chaussée des Géants in Thueyts, Ardèche, France on June 6, 2026, offers trail distances of 10 km, 20 km, and 51 km, plus hiking options, with technical single‑track terrain, significant elevation gain, a volunteer‑driven atmosphere, and this edition marks the final race organized by the historical team.
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 51K
Type — Running
06:30
€42.00
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 20K
Type — Running
08:00
€20.00
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
09:15
€14.00
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
09:15
€10.00
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 15K
Type — Running
09:15
€10.00
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 20K
Type — Running
09:15
€10.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Thueyts.
Learn more about the host city, Thueyts.
Thueyts is a commune in the Ardèche department in southern France.
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