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Registration is free and easy!
Official webpage of the Marathon du Grand Ballon in Le Markstein (16 - 26 - 42 - 80km).
Attention - Although the Marathon du Grand Ballon is on our calendar and registrations are open, there is always a chance that the event will not take place last minute due to the current uncertain situation. If the Marathon du Grand Ballon cannot take place, you will receive a 100% refund in credits on your personal account.
The Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon is at his 2nd edition! The start is in Le Markstein (1183m), the finish at the Grand Ballon at restaurant "La Vue des Alpes"!
The courses has been modified for this 2nd edition and there's a new distance: 80km! Thanks to the auberges, there will be more fun at the aid stations and the supporters can follow easily at every aid station!
(More details about the aid stations of the event will be given shortly before the event taking into account the corona regulations.)
If you're looking for a cool weekend in the mountains, register for one of the distances of the Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon and enjoy the trails with us on 31.07.2021 on the 16km, 26km, 42km or 80km!
Registration is only possible online via Larssie and according to the price table below*.
So it pays to register quickly!
Super Ealy Bird | Early Bird | Full Price | Last minute | |
16km | €15,00 | €20,00 | €25,00 | €30,00 |
26km | €21,00 | €28,00 | €35,00 | €42,00 |
42km | €27,00 | €44,00 | €55,00 | €66,00 |
80km | €75,00 | €85,00 | €95,00 | €105,00 |
* Prices do not include handling fees from Larssie.com.
Don't forget to wear the right shoes, you'll need a minimum of grip!
For the exact location of the aid stations, elevation profiles and courses we refer to our event on Trace de Trail.
An update and more details about the aid stations and the pasta on the last day of the event will be given shortly before the event taking into account the corona regulations.
GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
GPX available for download from 1week to the event.
Distance | AS 1 | WP 1 | AS 2 | AS 3 | AS 4 | AS 5 |
16km | 2h00 | X | X | X | X | X |
26km | 1h45 | X | 4h15 | X | X | X |
42km | 3h00 | X | 5h30 | 8h50 | X | X |
80km | 3h20 | 4h45 | 6h50 | 8h15 | 11h15 | 13h15 |
AS = Aid station.
WP = Water point (80km only).
X = This aid station is not available for this distance.
The times are the times you have to reach the aid stations before it closes.
Start at hotel Wolf (Route des Crêtes, Le Markstein.)
Finish at La Vue des Alpes, Grand Ballon.
There is a large parking lot close to the start.
Don't park your car next to the finish please, this place needs to stay free
for the start of the races.
There is a shuttle from the finish to the start.
Don't forget to book the shuttle.
Last departure of the shuttle from the Grand Ballon to the Markstein
is at 21h10.
- Can be modified due to the current situation -
Friday 30.07.2021
18.00 – 20.30: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers
Saturday 31.07.2021
04.00 – 04.55: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers
05.00: Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 80km
06.30 - 07.55: Race office open, pick-up bib numbers
08.00: Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 42km
08.15: Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 26km
09.00: Start Marathon du Grand Ballon 16km
21.00: End of the event.
Bib numbers are not sent in advance and can only be collected from the race secretary on the day of the race. You will receive your bib number by email a few days before the event and you can also view it on the list of participants that comes online at the same time as the mailing.
You will receive all extras you ordered (such as a T-shirt or eco-cup) together with your bib number. It is possible to pick up the numbers of your family and/or friends. You must report all last minute changes in distance to the secretariat.
Changing your distance, buying a T-shirt, adapting your data and even canceling it can ONLY be done through your Larssie account. So you do this all by yourself!
After you have logged in, search for the relevant order and change the details. If your new data results in a lower cost price, your account will be credited and you can use that amount for another registration. If your new information leads to a higher registration price, you still have to pay that amount to complete the change.
If you wish to cancel, your account will be credited in accordance with our cancellation conditions. You can then spend this amount on another registration later.
Attention: Please check the conditions of the organizer to find out until when you can cancel and how much your account will be credited !
There are no changing rooms.
There are showers at Auberge du Steinlebach, 1km from the start area. The showers are for free.
The Auberge du Steinlebach is here.
Attention: If your shoes aren't clean, you can't enter the auberge du Steinlebach. Think about the other participants who also wants to change clothes in a clean room. Wash your shoes before you enter!
You can hand in your sports bag at the 'storage of sports bags' stand.
Make sure you bring a well-closing bag because loose pieces or open bags are not accepted.
Your bag will receive a number, which will also be noted on your chest number. You will not get your bag back without a bib number!
By default you are NOT insured through the organization for physical injuries during the race. You can choose to take an insurance through the organizer when you register. This is an additional paying option.
A selection of photos can be found a few days after the event on our Facebook page. This can be viewed by anyone, including those who do NOT have a Facebook account.
During the event, the Sportograf team will be present to take the most beautiful photos of you in action. You can find your personal photos via the link below or by clicking on the icon behind your name in the results list.
This event is part of the Runners' Lab Trailrun Series.
Looking for a nice place to stay?
1. Hotel Wolf, Le Markstein.
At 50m of the start.
For booking, contact them by
2. Auberge du Steinlebach
1km from the start and this place is one of the aid stations!
For booking, contact them by
With our GPS trackers your exact position can be tracked live during the race. This is not only exciting for the supporters, but is also important for your safety. We know where you are at all times and in case of an emergency, you can use the SOS button to initiate a rescue operation. The GPS trackers weigh 65gram and record your position every 15 seconds to 10 minutes (depending on the event). On the day of the race a link will appear on our website where you can follow the tracking.
Powered by Legends Tracking.
All aid stations have official opening hours / opening times
Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon: If you are cannot manage to reach the finish in time, this trail is unfortunately too high for you and we recommend choosing the smaller distance.
Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon 80km : Finish at 21h00
Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon 42km : Finish at 21h00
Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon 26km : Finish at 21h00
Marathon (Trail) du Grand Ballon 16km : Finish at 21h00
The prizes will be awarded during an award ceremony near the finish area.
The exact hour will be decided on the day itself and communicated by the speaker or the race director. The ceremonies are held approximately 15 minutes after the arrival of the 3rd finisher.
There are no age group podia, only overall for men and women.
To view the photos in a larger format, we refer to the album on Facebook (also available for those who do not have a Facebook account) and / or the Sportograf event page. You can also view / purchase your personal photos on the event page of Sportograf.
Click here for the results of 2021.
The 2020 edition has been cancelled due to Covid-19.
Click here for the results of 2019.
Dogs are not allowed.
Poles are allowed.
If you're participating at a nighttrail or a semi-nighttrail, the head torche is mandatory.
Changing your distance, buying a T-shirt, adapting your data and even canceling it can ONLY be done through your Larssie account. So you do this all by yourself!
After you have logged in, search for the relevant order and change the details. If your new data results in a lower cost price, your account will be credited and you can use that amount for another registration. If your new information leads to a higher registration price, you still have to pay that amount to complete the change.
If you wish to cancel, your account will be credited in accordance with our cancellation conditions. You can then spend this amount on another registration later.
Attention: Please check the conditions of the organizer to find out until when you can cancel and how much your account will be credited !
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