Trail la Pistole Volante is a trail-running event in Saint-Jean-de-Védas, west of Montpellier, with races through the Védas garrigue and the Gardiole massif. The program offers 32 km, 16 km, and 8 km routes, suitable for experienced trail runners and those seeking a shorter off-road race.
The long route goes from the Védas countryside toward the Gardiole on varied, technical paths, with the 32 km version climbing about 1,040 meters. The event includes named races such as La Pistole authentique and La Pistolette, and the 16 km race attracts several hundred participants. The Ultra Pistole has UTMB Index status, useful for runners collecting qualifying results or those wanting a challenging local trail race near the city.