Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB - Malaucène 2027

The Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB is a trail-running weekend held in Malaucène, situated at the base of Mont Ventoux in Provence. It offers four distinct race distances instead of one primary event. The longest is the Ultra Géant de Provence, a 125K mountain race featuring 5,700 meters of elevation gain. Participants can also opt for the 87K Grande Epopée Ventoux with 4,200 meters of gain, the 51K Mistral Marathon Trail with 2,500 meters, or the 26K Trail des Coteaux with 1,100 meters. This event takes place in April and is part of the UTMB World Series. The routes are designed around significant climbs on and around Ventoux, meaning even the shortest race requires more than a moderate trail effort. The series also contributes to the UTMB system: the 125K race grants 4 Running Stones, the 87K awards 3, the 51K offers 2, and the 26K provides 1. This is significant for participants aiming for qualification for the World Series Finals in Chamonix. The event attracts runners, their support crews, volunteers, sponsors, and media, with volunteers staffing aid stations and interacting with an international crowd.