Trail du Grand Ballon

Course, Equipment, Profile & GPX, Itinerary to the aid stations. 2023

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.

Equipment

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 equipment

A = recommended material

	70km	48km	32km	22km	8km
Survival blanket	X	X	X	X	X
Whistle	X	X	X	X	X
Water supply, min. 1l	X	X	X	X	0,5l
Waterproof jacket	A	A	A	A	A
Telephone	X	X	X	X	X
GPX.	A	A	A	A	-
Gels, bars, ...	A	A	A	A	A
To be completed.	-	-	-	-	-
To be completed	-	-	-	-	-

Trail du Grand Ballon 10km - 490m+
- Start and finish: Hotel Wolf in Le Markstein
- No aid station during te race. Final aid station for every participant.
- Cut-off: 16h00
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Race profile.

GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
Trail du Grand Ballon 23km - 1090m+
- Start and finish: Hotel Wolf in Le Markstein
- 1 aid station (after na 12km) + final aid station.
  Itinerary to the aid station - Click here.
- Cut-off: 16h00
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Race profile.

GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
Trail du Grand Ballon 32km - 1390m+
- Start and finish: Hotel Wolf in Le Markstein
- 1 aid station (after 12km)
  Itinerary to the aid station - Click here.
- 1 waterpoint (after 25km)
  Itinerary to the waterpoint - Click here.
- Cut-off: 16h00
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Race profile.

GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
Trail du Grand Ballon 48km - 2260m+
- Start and finish: Hotel Wolf in Le Markstein
- 3 aid stations (after 17km, 30km and 39km)
  Itinerary to the 1st aid station (Ferme du Haag) - Click here.
  Itinerary to the 2nd aid station (Ferme auberge du Steinlebach) - Click here.
  Itinerary to the 3th aid station (Kruth) - Click here.
- Cut-off: 19h00
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Race profile.

GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
Trail du Grand Ballon 70km - 3360m+
- Start and finish: Hotel Wolf in Le Markstein
- 4 aid stations (after 17km, 22km, 40km, 51km and 60km)
  Itinerary to the 1st aid station (Ferme du Haag) - Click here.
  Itinerary to the 2nd aid station (Firstacker) - Click here.
  Itinerary to the 3th aid station (Route des Crêtes) - Click here.
  Itinerary to the 4th aid station (Ferme auberge du Steinlebach) - Click here.
  Itinerary to the 5th aid station (Kruth) - Click here.
- Cut-off: 19h30
- There are NO plastic cups at the aid stations. Each runner has to carry his/her own cup or drinking system.
Time Limits
- Trail du Grand Ballon | 10km (Sunday)
  Time limit at the finish: 16h00. (2km/h)
- Trail du Grand Ballon | 22km (Sunday)
  Aid station 1 closes 3h00 after the start (5,67km/h)
  Time limit at the finish: 16h00 (4,40km/h)
- Trail du Grand Ballon | 32km (Sunday)
  Aid station 1 closes 3h00 after the start (5,67km/h)
  Time limit at the finish: 16h00. (5,33km/h)
- Trail du Grand Ballon | 48km (Saturday)
  Aid station 1 closes 2h50 after the start (6,00km/h)
  Aid station 2 closes 6h30 after the start (4,29km/h) | This is a time limit.
  Aid station 3 closes 9h00 after the start (4,28km/h)
  Time limit at the finish: 19h00. (4,00km/h)
- Trail du Grand Ballon | 70km (Saturday)
  Aid station 1 closes 2h45 after the start (6,18km/h)
  Aid station 2 closes 3h45 after the start (5,92km/h)
  Aid station 3 closes 6h45 after the start (5,89km/h)
  Aid station 4 closes 9h00 after the start (5,68km/h) | This is a time limit.
  Aid station 5 closes 10h30 after the start (5,71km/h)
  Time limit at the finish: 19h30. (5,19km/h)
- Trail du Markstein | 18km (Saturday)
  Aid station 1 closes 1h45 after the start (5,71km/h)
  Time limit at the finish: 19h30. (5,14km/h)
Courses on Google Maps + locations of the aid stations
70km on Google Maps
Click here for the 70km and the aid stations on Google Maps.
48km on Google Maps
Click here for the 48km and the aid stations on Google Maps.
32km on Google Maps
Click here for the 32km and the aid stations on Google Maps.
23km on Google Maps
Click here for the 23km and the aid stations on Google Maps.
10km on Google Maps
Click here for the 10km on Google Maps.

Practical information 2023

Address - How to get there - Parking

Start and finish at hotel Wolf
Route des Crêtes, Le Markstein.
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.

Google maps start
Program
Friday
18.00 – 20.00: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers at Hotel Wolf.

Saturday
05.15 – 07.00: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers at Hotel Wolf.
06.00: Start Trail du Grand Ballon 70km
07.00: Start Trail du Grand Ballon 48km
11u30 - 12u55: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers at Hotel Wolf.
13u00: Start Sprinttrail
14u00 - 16u00: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers at Hotel Wolf.
16u00: Start Trail du Markstein 18km
19u30: End day 1.

Sunday
09.00 - 12.00: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers at Hotel Wolf.
10.00: Start Trail du Grand Ballon 32km
11.00: Start Trail du Grand Ballon 23km
12.00: Start Trail du Grand Ballon 10km
16.00: End of the event.

Award ceremony (per distance) is provided 15min after arrival of the 3rd athlete.
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 !
GPS Tracker - Trail du Grand Ballon 70km
Participants in the 70 km race will be provided with a free GPS tracker.

A deposit of 50,00€ is required when collecting the plotter.
This deposit will be returned when you return your plotter in the timing tent, to the right of the finish arch, when you cross the line.
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.
Showers - Dressing rooms - Bags drop-off
There are no changing rooms. There are showers at Auberge du Steinlebach, at 1km of the finish.
Attention: If your shoes aren't clean, you can't enter the changing rooms. Think about the other participants who also wants to change clothes in a clean room. Wash your shoes before you enter!
You can hand in your sports bag at the 'storage of sports bags' stand.
Make sure you bring a well-closing bag because loose pieces or open bags are not accepted.
Your bag will receive a number, which will also be noted on your chest number. You will not get your bag back without a bib number!
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.
Charity - Think Pink

The organization supports the charity THINK PINK, the national breast cancer campaign. With your registration you can make a donation.
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.

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Organisation
Sportevents, bvba
This event is part of the Scott Xtrails 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: [email protected]
- telephone: +33 3 89 82 64 36
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
Address - How to get there - Parking

Start and finish at hotel Wolf
Route des Crêtes, Le Markstein.
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.

Google maps start

Race information

Cut-off times
All aid stations have official opening hours / opening times

Check it out in "Race Courses".
Time registration / Live coverage

There are 1 or 2 timing chip(s) on the back of your bib number. Do not fold the chip(s) and make sure you wear your bib number above your clothes on your stomach or chest. The chips ensure that your (split) times are registered when you pass a checkpoint.
Control points are scattered throughout the course, usually at the supply point. Some checkpoints beep as you pass through them, but not all. Don't panic so if you don't hear anything, you will be registered anyway.

All intermediate times and end times of all participants can be followed live online on the SQM Time website. On the day of the event, the result can be followed live via www.sqmtime.com/live . Via this live coverage, supporters can follow the progress of their favorite runners on the spot via their smartphone. The fans at home can of course also follow everything closely.

There are even participants who like to see during the race how much position they are in and how much time their buddy is ahead or behind!
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
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 km55 during the race. The organization will bring your bag to the finish.
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

Trail du Grand Ballon 2022
Check out the photos of the Trail du Grand Ballon 2022 on our Facebook page or look at all the photos taken (and also your personal photos) on the Sportograf website!
FB album Sportograf
Trail du Grand Ballon 2021
In 2021, the Trail du Grand Ballon could not take place.
Nevertheless, you can still enjoy the nice photos of the 2019 edition via the link below.
FB album
Trail du Grand Ballon 20120
In 2020, the Trail du Grand Ballon could not take place.
Nevertheless, you can still enjoy the nice photos of the 2019 edition via the link below.
FB album
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.
FB album

Results Trail du Grand Ballon

2023
Click here for the results of 2023.
2022
Click here for the results of 2022.
2021
The edition 2021 has not been organized.
2020
The edition 2020 has not been organized.
2019
Click here for the results of 2019.
2018
Click here for the results of 2018.
2017
Click here for the results of the Trail du Grand Ballon 11km - 2017.
Click here for the results of the Trail du Grand Ballon 21km - 2017.
Click here for the results of the Trail du Grand Ballon 34km - 2017.
Click here for the results of the Trail du Grand Ballon 54km - 2017.

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?
A head torche is not allowed for this event.
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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TRAIL DU GRAND BALLON SATURDAY
Distance	Rates 1	Rates 2	Rates 3
70KM	60€	75€	83€
48KM	42€	52€	57€
18KM	17€	21€	23€
TRAIL DU GRAND BALLON SUNDAY
Distance	Rates 1	Rates 2	Rates 3
32KM	29€	36€	40€
23KM	21€	26€	29€
10KM	13€	16€	18€

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Item specifics

Course, Equipment, Profile & GPX, Itinerary to the aid stations. 2023

Equipment

Trail du Grand Ballon 10km - 490m+

Trail du Grand Ballon 23km - 1090m+

Trail du Grand Ballon 32km - 1390m+

Trail du Grand Ballon 48km - 2260m+

Trail du Grand Ballon 70km - 3360m+

Time Limits

Courses on Google Maps + locations of the aid stations

Practical information 2023

Address - How to get there - Parking

Program

Pick up bib number and T-shirt

Change name, distance and / or cancel

GPS Tracker - Trail du Grand Ballon 70km

How does it work?

Showers - Dressing rooms - Bags drop-off

Insurance physical accidents

Charity - Think Pink

Photoservice

Organisation

Where to stay?

Address - How to get there - Parking

Race information

Cut-off times

Time registration / Live coverage

Podium / Prize allocation

Aid stations / No plastic cups / Personal drop bag

AID STATIONS

PERSONAL DROP BAG

NO PLASTIC CUPS!

Media

Trail du Grand Ballon 2022

Trail du Grand Ballon 2021

Trail du Grand Ballon 20120

Trail du Grand Ballon 2019

Results Trail du Grand Ballon

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Trail Du Grand Ballon F.A.Q. 's

Are dogs and/or poles allowed?

Is a (PETZL) head lamp mandatory?

Due to circumstances I cannot participate. What should I do?

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