La Grande Trace Dévoluy Été

La Grande Trace Dévoluy Été is a two-day alpine trail race held in late August within the Dévoluy massif of the Hautes-Alpes. The primary event spans 48 km with 4,200 meters of elevation gain, positioning it closer to mountain running than typical trail races. Organizers are direct: runners seeking easy, runnable sections should look elsewhere. The route crosses ridges, chourums (local limestone chasms), and technical terrain where skillful movement is as crucial as running fitness. Mandatory equipment includes a helmet, harness, lanyards, and a headlamp, indicating the seriousness of the course. This race is the summer counterpart to the region's ski mountaineering event, transferring that same alpine approach to dry rock and trail.