Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB

Races similar to Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB

Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMBUltra TrailAdvanced125kmD+ 5,700mProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB is a advanced ultra trail race with up to 125km and 5,700m of elevation gain. We've analyzed 10 races using 7 similarity metrics — terrain type, difficulty, distance, elevation, location, season and tags — to find the best alternatives. The closest match is Ultra-Trail du Vercors with a 70% similarity score.

Our recommendation

If you're looking for the most similar experience to Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB, we recommend Ultra-Trail du Vercors as the top match. If you prefer to stay in the same area, Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB is your best option. For the closest distance match, check out Costa Brava Stage Run (84km).

Similarity ranking

The 10 most similar races to Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB, ranked by overall affinity.

1
Ultra-Trail du Vercors

Villard-de-Lans · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

70%
Ultra TrailAdvanced84kmD+ 4,250m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Advanced
Distance125km vs 84km (different range)
Location105km apart, same region area
SeasonApril vs September
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2
Costa Brava Stage Run

Blanes · Catalonia

70%
TrailAdvanced125kmD+ 4,820m
Why are they similar?
TerrainUltra Trail vs Trail
DifficultySame difficulty level: Advanced
Distance125km vs 125km (very similar)
Location337km apart
SeasonBoth in April
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3
Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB

Niza · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

69%
Ultra TrailAdvanced168kmD+ 9,000m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Advanced
Distance125km vs 168km (different range)
Location178km apart, same region area
SeasonApril vs September
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4
Maxi-Race Annecy

Annecy · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

69%
Ultra TrailIntermediate101kmD+ 5,400m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultyAdvanced vs Intermediate
Distance125km vs 101km (different range)
Location207km apart
SeasonApril vs May
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5
Festival des Templiers

Millau · Occitania

69%
Ultra TrailAdvanced100kmD+ 4,309m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Advanced
Distance125km vs 100km (different range)
Location164km apart, same region area
SeasonApril vs October
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6
Festival des Hospitaliers

Nant · Occitania

67%
Ultra TrailAdvanced75kmD+ 3,977m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Advanced
Distance125km vs 75km (different range)
Location147km apart, same region area
SeasonApril vs October
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7
LOWA Ultratrail Fränkische Schweiz

Ebermannstadt · Bavaria

67%
Ultra TrailAdvanced100kmD+ 3,930m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultySame difficulty level: Advanced
Distance125km vs 100km (different range)
Location774km apart
SeasonBoth in April
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8
Les 40 Bosses

Saint-Leu-la-Forêt · Île-de-France

67%
TrailAdvanced120kmD+ 5,500m
Why are they similar?
TerrainUltra Trail vs Trail
DifficultySame difficulty level: Advanced
Distance125km vs 120km (comparable)
Location582km apart
SeasonApril vs December
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9
Penyagolosa Trails

Castellón de la Plana · Valencian Community

66%
Ultra TrailElite106kmD+ 5,600m
Why are they similar?
TerrainBoth are ultra trail races
DifficultyAdvanced vs Elite
Distance125km vs 106km (comparable)
Location632km apart
SeasonBoth in April
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10
Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB

Le Puy-en-Velay · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

66%
TrailIntermediate139kmD+ 6,000m
Why are they similar?
TerrainUltra Trail vs Trail
DifficultyAdvanced vs Intermediate
Distance125km vs 139km (comparable)
Location138km apart, same region area
SeasonApril vs June
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Frequently asked questions

How is race similarity calculated?
We use an algorithm with 7 weighted metrics: terrain affinity (25%), difficulty (20%), max distance (15%), shared tags (15%), elevation gain (10%), geographical proximity (10%) and season (5%). Each metric produces a 0-1 score that is weighted to obtain the final percentage.
What is this page for?
If you already know a race and enjoyed it, here you'll find others with similar characteristics. It's ideal for planning your race calendar or finding alternatives if your favourite race is sold out.
Is the Pack 360 the same for similar races?
Races with high similarity often share equipment needs, but each has its own specific requirements for mandatory gear, accommodation and logistics. Check each race's Pack 360 to be fully prepared.

Distances among these 10 alternatives range from 75km to 168km. 1 take place in the same region as Grand Raid Ventoux by UTMB. 7 share its terrain type. 7 match its difficulty level. 4 fall in a similar season.