July, 30, 2026
Grand Raid Kiprun 3 Vallées - Moûtiers
From Thursday 30 July to Sunday 2 August 2026, the first edition of the Grand Raid Kiprun 3 Vallées – Moûtiers invites you to experience an exceptional trail running race.
Seven formats, from 10 km to 170 km, offering seven ways to experience the adventure. Whether you are chasing performance or adventure, each route offers a challenge tailored to you: from valley villages, high-altitude resorts or iconic summits across the area.
All roads lead to Moûtiers. Whatever the distance, you will reach the heart of the Tarentaise Valley for a shared finish, in a vibrant and collective atmosphere. Between alpine pastures, panoramic ridgelines, pine forests and renowned ski resorts, the Grand Raid offers an iconic crossing of the world’s largest ski area.
A one-of-a-kind trail experience to be fully embraced
Running the Grand Raid des 3 Vallées – Moûtiers means stepping into a whole new dimension.
Depending on your chosen race, your adventure may begin in the valley floor, in Moûtiers for the Ultra Trail des 3 Vallées, or in Brides-les-Bains for the Étoilée des Thermes. Or it may begin on one of Les 3 Vallées’ iconic summits, such as Cime Caron for the Odyssée de Caron, or Pointe de la Masse for the race known as the Défi de la Masse.
The 170 km race sets off from Moûtiers, the meeting point of Les 3 Vallées, offering full immersion across the entire area. Runners starting from other locations join the Ultra route along the way.
12,000 metres of ascent. Altitude. Verticality.
A complete physical and mental challenge, matching the scale of the Alpine terrain.
From the valley to the summits
The Grand Raid route
Brides-les-Bains, Méribel, Courchevel, Val Thorens, Les Menuires, Orelle and the Belleville Valley.
From the spa village of Brides-les-Bains to high-altitude resorts, each section reveals a new face of the area.
On the Ultra des 3 Vallées, runners take on 170 km and nearly 12,000 metres of elevation gain—a monumental crossing combining long alpine climbs, high-altitude sections and technical descents.
Whatever the distance, every route converges towards Moûtiers for a festive and unifying finish.
The Grand Raid Kiprun 3 Vallées route
From the banks of the Isère to the gateway to the Vanoise
From the banks of the Isère to the gateway to the Vanoise
Moûtiers → Brides-les-Bains
It all begins in Moûtiers, the historic capital of the Tarentaise Valley. Saint-Pierre Cathedral watches over the start, while the Isère River winds its way below. You leave the valley floor behind and make your way up towards Brides-les-Bains, a spa resort nestled at the gateway to the Vanoise National Park.
Heading for Saulire, an iconic summit
Heading for Saulire, an iconic summit
Saulire → Méribel-Mottaret
The trails then climb towards the heights of Méribel. You ascend to Saulire before descending towards Méribel-Mottaret.
Towards the summits of Les 3 Vallées
Towards the summits of Les 3 Vallées
Tougnète - Val Thorens - Cime Caron
The scenery shifts as you climb up Tougnète. You cross over to the heights of the Belleville Valley, heading towards Mont de la Chambre, then on to Val Thorens. From the resort, the route climbs even higher towards Cime Caron at 3,200 metres—an outstanding viewpoint where the surrounding summits unfold in a breathtaking 360° panorama.
The great descent towards Orelle
The great descent towards Orelle
Cime Caron - Orelle
From here, the route plunges downward. Over 1,500 metres of descent lead you to Orelle, the “fourth valley” of Les 3 Vallées. A world apart: glacial valleys, rugged ridgelines, and a raw, mineral landscape.
High-altitude lakes and wild ridgelines
High-altitude lakes and wild ridgelines
Lac du Lou - Pointe de la Masse
The route then climbs towards Lac du Lou, a suspended balcony overlooking the Belleville Valley. The ascent continues via the Col de la Vallée Étroite, crossing a series of alpine lakes (Longet, Noir, Crintallia) before reaching Pointe de la Masse at 2,804 metres—offering a striking view down over the Vallée des Encombres.
Authentic villages and a preserved valley
Authentic villages and a preserved valley
Les Menuires - Saint-Martin-de-Belleville - Deux Nants
A long descent leads you down to Les Menuires and then Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, an authentic village made up of 23 traditional stone hamlets. After crossing the Col du Châtelard, the preserved Deux Nants valley opens up, revealing the Nant Brun refuge, unspoilt alpine pastures untouched by ski lifts, and a landscape where chamois and golden eagles roam.
The final ridgeline towards Moûtiers
The final ridgeline towards Moûtiers
Crève-Tête - Valmorel - Moûtiers
The final section climbs towards the Col du Gollet and then up to Crève-Tête at 2,384 metres. From the ridge, the panoramic view stretches across the Lauzière range, the Belleville Valley, the Vanoise glaciers and Mont Blanc. The final descent winds through the forests of Valmorel, follows the Doron Valley, and leads you back to Moûtiers.
Seven formats, seven ways to feel the thrill
(including the Ultra, solo or relay)
The Ultra des 3 Vallées (solo or relay): the ultimate challenge
A start in the cool of the evening, Thursday 30 July at 8 pm from Moûtiers, for a full crossing of the seven resorts. A true 100-mile alpine race linking valleys, resorts and summits in one continuous journey. This qualifying race for the Ultra League is designed for runners seeking ultimate achievement—those for whom a sleepless night at altitude is a promise rather than a challenge. For teams, the same route can be tackled as an eight-runner relay, transforming a solo adventure into a collective challenge.
170 kilometres
12,000 metres elevation gain
Start Thursday 30 July at 8 pm from Moûtiers
The Odyssée de Caron: starting from the sky
Few trail races offer such a privilege.
On Friday 31 July at 4 pm, runners will set off from the summit of Cime Caron, at 3,195 metres altitude. 110 kilometres and 5,880 metres of elevation gain later, the finish in Moûtiers crowns a unique high-altitude experience, where every stride reveals a breathtaking new panorama.
110 kilometres
5,880 metres elevation gain
Friday 31 July at 4 pm at Cime Caron
The Défi de la Masse: at the heart of Les Menuires
Pointe de la Masse rises to 2,804 metres and overlooks the valley below—an emotional epicentre of the Belleville Valley. This is where runners will set off for the Défi, on Saturday 1 August at 10 am, for 70 kilometres and 3,300 metres of elevation gain through landscapes of striking, monumental beauty.
70 kilometres
3,300 metres elevation gain
Saturday 1 August at 10 am at Pointe de la Masse
The Marathon des 3 Vallées: the perfect balance
50 kilometres, 2,624 metres of elevation gain, starting from Saint-Martin-de-Belleville that same Saturday at 10 am. This format captures the essence of the Grand Raid experience: authentic villages, sweeping ridgelines and alpine pastures. Challenge without excess, intensity without exhaustion.
50 kilometres
2,624 metres elevation gain
Saturday 1 August at 10 am in Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
Les Balcons de Saint-Jean: the soul of the Tarentaise
For those discovering trail running—or simply wishing to savour the experience—the 25 kilometres and 1,150 metres of elevation gain starting from Saint-Jean-de-Belleville offer an accessible gateway into the Grand Raid universe. Start on Saturday 1 August at 8 am.
25 kilometres
1,150 metres elevation gain
Start Saturday 1 August at 8 am in Saint-Jean-de-Belleville
The Étoilée des Thermes: night-time magic
Friday 31 July, 8 pm. Headlamps light up in Brides-les-Bains. 10 kilometres and 818 metres of elevation gain later, runners will have experienced the intensity of a festive and accessible night race, where the mountains reveal a completely different side.
10 kilometres
818 metres elevation gain
Start Friday 31 July at 8 pm in Brides-les-Bains
Back
pack
A few basics you should always have with you:
Water, even for a short run because at altitude you become dehydrated faster than on lower ground.
A windbreaker and a neck warmer because it can get windy at the summits.
A t-shirt for changing at the top of the climb.
A survival blanket: in case of any problems or sudden changes in temperature, it’s really good for keeping you warm and doesn’t add anything to the weight of your bag.
A mobile phone so you can contact someone in an emergency.
A little snack or cereal bar to replenish your energy levels.
Now all you need to do is lace up your shoes and choose your route.
The Grand Raid Kiprun 3 Vallées – Moûtiers awaits you for one of the Alps’ most breathtaking trail adventures.