Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB

You will be able to live a unique experience on a rich and varied course, to go back in history on the most famous path of the world as well as to discover an exceptional nature and heritage! From the Gévaudan plateau to the spectacular Allier gorges, from the Rochegude peak to the Bouchet lake, from the Devès mount to the Chibottes scree slopes, the Ultra runners will take a rugged course around the Santiago de Compostela path, before experiencing an exceptional finish after a last climb to the famous Notre-Dame du Puy-en-Velay cathedral, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. 3 additional kilometers at the level of the castle of Agrain. We have found one of the most beautiful single of the region to avoid the forest road used last year.

Starting from Monistrol-d'Allier, known for its famous Eiffel metal bridge, which spans the tumultuous Allier, this demanding route immediately gets down to serious business up to the Rochegude peak. From the Allier gorges to the Bouchet lake, from the Devès mountain to the Chibottes scree slopes, the runners of the Grand Trail du Saint-Jacques will take a rough course around the Santiago de Compostela path, before experiencing an exceptional finish after a last climb to the famous Notre-Dame du Puy-en-Velay cathedral, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The "short" version of the Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB is evolving. Starting once again from the commune of Solignac-sur-Loire, this year's Chibottes route will offer you a more technical and rewarding "spiritrail" quest. The first few uphill kilometers follow easy paths, ensuring a smooth start until you reach the commune of Cussac-sur-Loire. Then comes the new feature: an exclusive crossing of the Loire at the Planche de Mélussac, which leads directly into the first climb of the day—Serre de la Fare, offering stunning views of the Loire gorges. The trail then takes you to the first aid station located in the commune of Coubon, which joins the Saint-Jacques adventure this year. Next, you’ll ascend to the new greenway and pass through the Valhory tunnel, known for its challenging uphill gradient that leads to the second aid station at Riou. From there, you’ll face 10 energetic and hilly kilometers including Eycenac, the Chibottes, and the famous climb towards the Notre-Dame du Puy-en-Velay Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A final push through the ancient town will reveal its last treasures and guide you to the finish line.

The formula of the Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB which gathers the most runners. To note, a new starting site in the pretty village of Monistrol d'Allier, more prestigious and more practical. 2 km to stretch the peloton before climbing to the Chapelle de Rochegude. A new course slightly lengthened, tonic and varied, an excellent compromise. In the final part, the ascent of the Mont Devès before heading to the Chibottes. A rugged course around the route of Santiago de Compostela, before an exceptional finish after a last climb to the famous Notre-Dame du Puy-en-Velay cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.