- 16KM - 26km - 42KM - 80KM -
Official webpage of the Marathon du Grand Ballon in Le Markstein (16 - 26 - 42 - 80km).
The Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon is at his 3th edition! The start is in Le Markstein (1183m), the finish at the Grand Ballon at restaurant "La Vue des Alpes"!
Thanks to the auberges, there will be more fun at the aid stations and the supporters can follow easily at every aid station!
If you're looking for a cool weekend in the mountains, register for one of the distances of the Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon and enjoy the trails with us on 29.07.2023 on the 16km, 26km, 42km or 80km!
RATES 2022
Registration is only possible online via SQM Time and according to the price table below. It is therefore useful to register early! People who register before 14 July will receive a personal bib number with their first and last name.
Early Bird | Basic price | Last Minute | |
16km | €20,00 | €25,00 | €28,00 |
26km | €28,00 | €35,00 | €39,00 |
42km | €44,00 | €55,00 | €66,00 |
80km | €85,00 | €95,00 | €105,00 |
* Registration prices do not include the administration fee of €1.00 + 2.5% VAT.
NO REGISTRATIONS ON SITE
It's not possible to register the day of the event on site.
From
€25.00
Course and time limits 2022
Don't forget to wear the right shoes, you'll need a minimum of grip!
For the exact location of the aid stations, elevation profiles and courses we refer to our event on Trace de Trail.
Marathon du Grand Ballon | 16km - 850m+
- Start: Hotel Wolf, Le Markstein.
- Finish: Grand Ballon.
- 1 aid station during te race (after 8,6km) + final aid station for every participant.
- Cut-off: 21h00.
- No UTMB® points.
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Marathon du Grand Ballon | 26km - 1350m+
- Start: Hotel Wolf, Le Markstein.
- Finish: Grand Ballon.
- 2 aid stations during te race (after 9km and 19km) + final aid station for every participant.
- Cut-off: 21h00.
- 1 ITRA® point.
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Marathon du Grand Ballon | 42km - 1950m+
- Start: Hotel Wolf, Le Markstein.
- Finish: Grand Ballon.
- 3 aid stations (after na 15km, 25km and 35km) + final aid station.
- Cut-off: 21h00.
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Marathon du Grand Ballon | 80km - 3380m+
- Start: Hotel Wolf, Le Markstein.
- Finish: Grand Ballon.
- 6 aid stations (15km, 28km, 40km, 53km 63km and 73km) + final aid station.
- 1 aid station with only water after 28km.
- Cut-off: 21h00 (16h race)
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Time limit per aid station
Marathon du Grand Ballon | 80km (cutoff 16h00 | @21h00 | ≃ 5,00km/h)• Aid station 1 (15,1km) closes 2-h10 after the start, at 07h10. ≃ 6,97km/h
• Aid station 2 (28km) closes 4h20 after the start, at 09h20. ≃ 6,46km/h• Aid station 3 (40,2km) closes 6h10 after the start, at 11h10. ≃ 6,52km/h
• Aid station 4 (53km) closes 9h00 after the start, at 14h00. ≃ 6,52km/h• Aid station 5 (63km) closes 11h00 after the start, at 16h00. ≃ 5,48km/h• Aid station 6 (73,3km) closes 13h30 after the start, at 18h30. ≃ 5,43km/hMarathon du Grand Ballon | 42km (cutoff 13h00 | @21h00 | ≃ 3,25km/h)• Aid station 1 (15,1km) closes 2h45 after the start, at 10h45. ≃ 5,49km/h• Aid station 2 (24,8km) closes 5h00 after the start, at 13h00. ≃ 4,96km/h• Aid station 3 (35,23km) closes 8h00 after the start, at 16h00. ≃ 4,41km/hMarathon du Grand Ballon | 26km (cutoff 12h00 | @21h00 | ≃ 2,17km/h)• Aid station 1 (9km) closes 2h00 after the start, at 11h00. ≃ 4,50km/h• Aid station 2 (19,18km) closes 5h00 after the start, at 14h00. ≃ 3,84km/hMarathon du Grand Ballon | 16km (cutoff 11h00 | @21h00 | ≃ 1,45km/h)• Aid station 1 (8,60km) closes 2h00 after the start, at 12h00. ≃ 4,30km/hCourses On Google Maps + Locations Of The Aid Stations
Check out the race routes via Google Maps.A useful tool if supporters want to get to the aid stations or cheer along the route.Gear
The following equipment can be checked during the race or when picking up your starting number.The absence of the required equipment results in a time penalty or disqualification.X = Compulsory equipmentA = recommended material80km 42km 26km 16km Survival blanker X X X X Whistle X X X X Water supply, min. 1l X A A A Waterproof (running) jacket A A A A Telephone X X X X GPX A A A A Gels, bars, .. A A A A Head lamp A - - - Protection mask X X X X ...
Practical information 2022
Address - How To Get There - Parking
Start at hotel Wolf (Route des Crêtes, Le Markstein.)
Finish at La Vue des Alpes, Grand Ballon.There is a large parking lot close to the start.
Don't park your car next to the finish please, this place needs to stay free
for the start of the races.There is a shuttle from the finish to the start.
Don't forget to book the shuttle.Last departure of the shuttle from the Grand Ballon to the Markstein
is at 21h00.Program
Friday 22.07.2022
18.30 – 20.30: Race office is open + pick up bib number all distances.
Saturday 23.07.2022
04.15 – 05.00: Race office is open + pick up bib number all distances.
05.00 : Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 80km
07.00 – 10.00: Race office is open + pick up bib number all distances.
08.00 : Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 42km
09.00 : Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 26km
10.00 : Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 16km
21.00 : End
Pick up bib number and T-shirt
Bib numbers are not sent in advance and can only be collected from the race secretary on the day of the race. You will receive your bib number by email a few days before the event and you can also view it on the list of participants that comes online at the same time as the mailing.
You will receive all extras you ordered (such as a T-shirt or eco-cup) together with your bib number. It is possible to pick up the numbers of your family and/or friends. You must report all last minute changes in distance to the secretariat.
Change name, distance and / or cancel
Changing your distance, buying a T-shirt, adapting your data and even canceling it can ONLY be done through your SQM Time account. So you do this all by yourself!
After you have logged in, search for the relevant order and change the details. If your new data results in a lower cost price, your account will be credited and you can use that amount for another registration. If your new information leads to a higher registration price, you still have to pay that amount to complete the change.
If you wish to cancel, your account will be credited in accordance with our cancellation conditions. You can then spend this amount on another registration later.
Attention: Please check the conditions of the organizer to find out until when you can cancel and how much your account will be credited !
Showers - Dressing rooms - Bags drop-off
There are no changing rooms.
There are showers at Auberge du Steinlebach at 1km of the startzone. Click here for the location on Google Maps.
There is no "storage of sports bags" service.
Insurance physical accidents
By default you are NOT insured through the organization for physical injuries during the race. You can choose to take an insurance through the organizer when you register. This is an additional paying option. Photoservice
A selection of photos can be found a few days after the event on our Facebook page. This can be viewed by anyone, including those who do NOT have a Facebook account.
During the event, the Sportograf team will be present to take the most beautiful photos of you in action. You can find your personal photos via the link below or by clicking on the icon behind your name in the results list.
Organisation
This event is part of the Runners' Lab Trailrun Series.
Where to stay?
Looking for a nice place to stay?
1. Hotel Wolf, Le Markstein.
At 50m of the start.
For booking, contact them by
- e-mail: hotelwolf@aol.com
- telephone: +33 3 89 82 64 3
2. Auberge du Steinlebach
1km from the start and this place is one of the aid stations!
For booking, contact them by
- telephone: +33 3 89 82 61 87
Live GPS tracker - Legends Tracker
With our GPS trackers your exact position can be tracked live during the race. This is not only exciting for the supporters, but is also important for your safety. We know where you are at all times and in case of an emergency, you can use the SOS button to initiate a rescue operation. The GPS trackers weigh 65gram and record your position every 15 seconds to 10 minutes (depending on the event). On the day of the race a link will appear on our website where you can follow the tracking.How does it work?
- Usually the organization will have already turned the trackers on. If you have to turn your tracker on for some reason, press the button on top of the tracker for 2-3 seconds (not the big SOS button on the front) when the light starts to blink you can release the button. The tracker is active when a green light blinks slowly.
- Put your tracker in a plastic bag (provided by the organization) and stick it with tape (provided by the organization) on the outside of your trail backpack, best on your shoulder. Do not put the tracker in your backpack or under your clothes.
- After the event, don't forget to return your tracker.
- Use the SOS button (button on the front of the tracker) only in case of emergency. Always try to contact us by phone via the emergency number on your bib number before using the SOS button. Use SOS button = evacuation = end of race.
Powered by Legends Tracking.
Race information
Start
There is a mass start under the starting arch for each distance. Your time starts to run when you cross the starting line. To prevent congestion on the course, you will start in small batches via a narrow starting lane ("rolling start").
Your time starts running as soon as you cross the starting line.
However, the rankings will be based on the actual finish time and NOT on the net times.
If you decide on the day to run a different distance, you must inform the secretariat beforehand.
Cut-off times
All aid stations have official opening hours / opening timesConsult the tab Course --> Time Limit Per Aid Station
Podium / Prize allocation
The prizes will be awarded during an award ceremony near the finish area.The exact hour will be decided on the day itself and communicated by the speaker or the race director. The ceremonies are held approximately 15 minutes after the arrival of the 3rd finisher.
There are no age group podia, only overall for men and women.
Aid stations / No plastic cups / Personal drop bag
AID STATIONS
There are multiple aid stations during the race. The exact locations are indicated on the course map (see the "course" tab). The supplies have standard water, salty snacks, cake, candy, ... Attention! There are no plastic cups at the aid stations, so you have to bring your own drinking cup or bottle.
PERSONAL DROP BAG (Participants of the 80km)
There will be a personal drop bag. You can get your bag at the race office.
Please depose your bag before the start in "La Bulle" next to the start.
Your bag will be ready at km40 during the race. The organization will bring your bag to the finish, at the final aid station at the Grand Ballon.
Attention: you'll need to show your bibnumber to get your bag back.
No bibnumber = no personal dropbag.NO PLASTIC CUPS!
Because we respect the environment we do not provide disposable plastic cups. So you have to bring a drinking cup or bottle yourself. This applies to the aid stations along the way as well as at the finish. We have handy eco-cups, which are reusable drinking cups that you can fold, to be purchased with your online registration and/or to be purchased at the race office for 3 euros.
Media
Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon 2021
To view the photos in a larger format, we refer to the album on Facebook (also available for those who do not have a Facebook account) and / or the Sportograf event page. You can also view / purchase your personal photos on the event page of Sportograf.
Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon 2019
To view the photos in a larger format, we refer to the album on Facebook (also available for those who do not have a Facebook account) and / or the Sportograf event page. You can also view / purchase your personal photos on the event page of Sportograf.
Results Marathon du Grand Ballon
2021
Click here for the results of 2021.
2020
The 2020 edition has been cancelled due to Covid-19.
2019
Click here for the results of 2019.
Marathon (Trail) Du Grand Ballon F.A.Q. 's
Are dogs and/or poles allowed?
Dogs are not allowed.
Poles are allowed.Is a (PETZL) head lamp mandatory?
If you're participating at a nighttrail or a semi-nighttrail, the head torche is mandatory.
Due to circumstances I cannot participate. What should I do?
Changing your distance, buying a T-shirt, adapting your data and even canceling it can ONLY be done through your SQM Time account. So you do this all by yourself!
After you have logged in, search for the relevant order and change the details. If your new data results in a lower cost price, your account will be credited and you can use that amount for another registration. If your new information leads to a higher registration price, you still have to pay that amount to complete the change.
If you wish to cancel, your account will be credited in accordance with our cancellation conditions. You can then spend this amount on another registration later.
Attention: Please check the conditions of the organizer to find out until when you can cancel and how much your account will be credited !
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