Les Balcons
RACE INFO
The ascent begins in the direction of Lac de l’Ouillette, at 2,500 m altitude, offering breathtaking views of Val d’Isère. 🤩 After a tour of the lake, the descent begins through the combe du Laisinant to the charming village of Le Fornet. The route then continues on the Balcons trail before a final traverse through the Balme forest, leading to the finish.🌲
↔️ Distance: 20 km
📈 Ascent: 1150 d +
📅 Date: July 12, 2026
🕓 Start: 09h00
REGISTRATION CLOSING
You can register for the Balconies until the end of June 2026.
No on-site registration or modifications for the Balconies.
BIB WITHDRAWAL
Number collection for the Balcons: information to come on place and time.
Bags will be checked when race numbers are collected.
REFRESHMENTS
1st feed station (full): Lac de l’Ouillette – 7.5 km, 850 d+ (full)
2nd aid station (liquid): La Daille – 17 km, 1150 d+ climb
TIME GATES
The time limits have been calculated to give you the best possible chance of finishing the race. No runner will be authorized to continue the race beyond these precise times (zero tolerance) for obvious reasons of safety, organization and to be able to finish within the time limit of 04h00. The organization therefore advises you to manage your race with a certain margin in relation to these barriers to finish in good conditions.
Time barriers :
- Lac de l’Ouillette: 10:50 am
- La Daille: 12:20 p.m.
- Arrival time: 1:00 p.m.
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
| Water supply 0.5L min | Mandatory |
| Food reserve | Mandatory |
| Survival blanket | Mandatory |
| Waterproof windbreaker with hood | Mandatory |
| Pair of gloves | Optional |
| Sunglasses | Recommended |
| Cell phone (charged, switched on, working on the French network) | Mandatory |
| Whistle | Mandatory |
| Bonnet OR Cap OR Buff | Optional |
| Reusable cup | Mandatory |
| BAD WEATHER KIT: Waterproof survival bag containing the following items: warm long-sleeved t-shirt + long tights OR ¾-length tights with high socks | Optional |
| Sun cream | Recommended |
| Sticks |
Optional. If the athlete uses sticks, he must keep them with him throughout the race. Penalties will be applied for cheating.
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Programme
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Regulations
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Recognition
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