Kilomètre Vertical Saint-Martin-Vésubie 2027

Kilomètre Vertical Saint-Martin-Vésubie begins in the center of Saint-Martin-Vésubie, a village in the Alpes-Maritimes, ascending 1,170 metres over 4.86 km. It is a vertical kilometer race, meaning the objective is straightforward yet demanding: ascend quickly with minimal distance for recovery. This event is located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France and is put on by Club des Sports Vésubie. The course travels from the village to the summit of La Palu, reaching an elevation of 2,142 metres. It is a technical mountain path, requiring endurance and leg strength over a consistent road-running pace. Trail runners incorporate this race into both the Challenge Trail 06 and the Challenge Trail Vésubie-Tinée, attracting participants aiming for points and those seeking a demanding challenge above the Vésubie valley.