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La 6000D
Thursday, 29 July 2027
La 6000D
69km D+ 3400m
6D Marathon
43km D+ 2100m
6D Lacs
30km D+ 1500m
6D Découverte
21km D+ 1300m
6D Kids
11km D+ 600m
Your checklist for La 6000D
What you need, category by category, with our #1 pick for this race. Tick what you already have.
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GPS watch
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Suunto Run 2
Very light: 35 g case
Downside: 24 h of GPS: short for ultras over 100 km
Gear
Taped-seam waterproof shell
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Salomon Speedcross 6
Exceptional grip in mud and technical terrain
Downside: Average durability on pavement
Nutrition
Test gels on long training runs
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Maurten Gel 100
Hydrogel technology: excellent gastric tolerance
Downside: High price compared to other gels
Sun Protection
Sweat-resistant SPF50 cream, reapply at aid stations
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)ISDIN Fusion Water Sunscreen SPF 50+
Ultralight texture, feels invisible on skin
Downside: Small format (50 ml), may run short on ultras
Body Care
Anti-chafe balm on armpits, thighs and feet
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)Julbo Aerospeed
Photochromic lenses: adapt from forest to summits
Downside: Higher price compared to non-photochromic glasses
Car Rental
Book in advance and check the mileage policy
Done, you already have it
View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)DRIVALIA CarCloud Country Plus
Trip logistics
Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.
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Race data
Terrain
Mountain
Difficulty
Advanced
Distance
5 modalities
La 6000D
- Distance
- 69 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 3400m
- Max Time
- -
6D Marathon
- Distance
- 43 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 2100m
- Max Time
- -
6D Lacs
- Distance
- 30 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1500m
- Max Time
- -
6D Découverte
- Distance
- 21 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1300m
- Max Time
- -
6D Kids
- Distance
- 11 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 600m
- Max Time
- -
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| La 6000D | 69 km | D+ 3400m | - |
| 6D Marathon | 43 km | D+ 2100m | - |
| 6D Lacs | 30 km | D+ 1500m | - |
| 6D Découverte | 21 km | D+ 1300m | - |
| 6D Kids | 11 km | D+ 600m | - |
Will your watch battery last the ~17 h of La 6000D?Worked out for the longest course (69 km). See which watches reach the finish with GPS on and which die on the way.Check my watch Check my watchGear up for La 6000D
Buying guides with the best value for money, picked for this kind of terrain.
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Historical weather
What to wear at 15 °C: guide and kit →
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
10°C – 21°C
Average 16°C
Rain
47%
3.4 mm avg
Wind
7 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
13h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring a waterproof jacket (47% chance of rain)
Asics
Asics Gel-Trabuco 14 GTX
A best-selling beginner trail shoe: GEL cushioning, good stability and a waterproof GORE-TEX membrane. Versatile and reliable for training on mixed terrain in any weather.
Berghaus
Berghaus Paclite 2.0 GTX
Waterproof jacket with a Gore-Tex Paclite membrane (around 330 g). Fully waterproof with taped seams, fixed adjustable hood, storm flap behind the zip and cuff adjustment. Packs down small in a vest. Heavier than a pure running hardshell, but it meets the waterproof-breathable membrane requirement in race rules and is the affordable route into Gore-Tex.
Brooks
Brooks Cascadia 20 GTX
The Cascadia 20 with a GORE-TEX membrane: stability and protection for rocky mountain terrain, keeping the foot dry on cold, rainy days.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX Glove
Glove with a fully waterproof, windproof GORE-TEX membrane and light insulation. The pick for running in snow, sleet or heavy rain while keeping your hand dry.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear M GORE-TEX Thermo Glove
Warmer variant of the Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX: the same fully waterproof, windproof membrane, with extra thermal lining for intense cold on top of snow or rain. The pick when the problem isn't just water, but water AND hard cold at once.
Gore Wear
Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Ultralight Gore-Tex Shakedry waterproof jacket (110 g). Full waterproofing without an inner membrane, highly breathable. The benchmark for mountain runners.
Nike
Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX
The best-selling gateway trail shoe: comfortable, cushioned and versatile for moving from road to trail. Waterproof GORE-TEX version, perfect for beginners and easy runs on mixed terrain.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove built for running, not just standing still in the snow: a waterproof membrane with more dexterity and less bulk than a thick membrane glove, for sustained rain without giving up handling gels or poles.
Salomon
Salomon Bonatti WP
Ultralight waterproof windproof jacket (135 g). Taped seams, adjustable hood and back ventilation. Packs into its own pocket.
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6 GTX
The Speedcross 6 with a GORE-TEX membrane: the same aggressive 5 mm lugs for mud and soft ground, now waterproof for winter, rain and snow.
Sealskinz
Sealskinz Waterproof Lightweight Glove
Lightweight waterproof glove from a brand that specializes in outdoor sport waterproofing. A solid middle ground between a thin windproof glove and a thick membrane glove: genuinely waterproof without the bulk or price of the Gore C5.
Shokz
Shokz OpenRun
Open-ear bone conduction headphones with IP67 rating: they take rain, mud and a rinse under the tap. Up to 8 h of battery and quick charge (10 min for 1.5 h). The most rugged pick of the range for training in bad weather.
TRIWONDER
TRIWONDER Waterproof Trail Gaiters
Waterproof, breathable low gaiters for trail running, hiking and mountain use. Under-shoe strap and adjustable elastic band. A budget-friendly alternative to premium technical brand gaiters.
Bring thermal layers (low of 10°C)
Buff
Buff Thermonet
Thermal tubular Buff with Primaloft technology. Traps body heat, ultralight and versatile: hat, neck gaiter, headband. Ideal for high mountain.
Craft
Craft Pro Hypervent LS Wind Top
Thermal top with a windproof ripstop panel on the chest and a highly ventilated soft jersey back. Built for high-intensity sessions in cold, windy conditions, with long cuffs and thumb loops.
HANKER
HANKER Thermal Neck Gaiter
Unisex thermal seamless neck gaiter in Soft Air Plus fabric (97% polyester). Seamless fit designed for trail running, cycling, motorcycling and outdoor sports. A budget alternative to Buff for moderate cold.
Icebreaker
Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis LS Crewe
Long-sleeve thermal top in 100% merino wool (200g). Natural temperature regulation, genuine multi-day odor resistance and a soft, non-itch handfeel from the fine merino yarn.
Odlo
Odlo Active Warm Eco
Long-sleeve thermal base layer made from recycled fabric with anti-odour treatment. Active thermal regulation, ideal as a base layer in the mountains.
Odlo
Odlo I-Thermic Women's Longsleeve
Women's long-sleeve thermal top with insulating panels placed over cold-sensitive areas (lower back and kidneys). A mid-layer built for genuinely cold winter conditions, mountain outings or cross-country-style trail sessions.
ROCKBROS
ROCKBROS Thermal Windproof Balaclava
Thermal windproof balaclava covering head, ears, cheeks and neck. Designed for cycling and motorcycling, it works just as well on windy, freezing trail runs.
Salomon
Salomon Agile LS Tee
Lightweight quick-dry polyester long-sleeve tee with underarm mesh, a side pocket and reflective details. Works as a standalone layer in mild cold or as a base layer under a windbreaker on colder days.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Run Tight
Long trail tights with stretchy, breathable fabric. Adjustable waist, zipped back pocket. Protection from cold and vegetation.
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Thermal running gloves with a non-slip palm and touchscreen fingertips. Light, warm and compatible with poles.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock
Compression thermal top with a dual-layer fabric: ultra-warm brushed interior and quick-dry exterior. Second-skin compression fit with stretch mesh panels at the back and underarms for ventilation without losing warmth.
Under Armour
Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock (Men's)
Men's high-neck thermal compression top: brushed interior that holds heat and a quick-dry outer. Base layer for cold-weather runs.
Sun protection essential (13h sunshine, up to 21°C)
Forecast for 29 July
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
Three days of racing in the Tarentaise
The 6000D started in 1990 and has been the July fixture of the La Plagne area ever since. The name comes from the 6,000 metres of cumulative climbing in the original programme; today the flagship race covers 69 km and 3,400 m of ascent, starting and finishing in Aime-la-Plagne.
The route climbs to Live 3000 at 3,050 m, where the glacier makes a windproof essential even in sunshine. This is real mountain running: ski pistes, alpine pasture tracks and a few high sections where loose stone slows you down.
A format that keeps growing
The weekend also offers the 6D Marathon (43 km), the 6D Lacs (30 km), the 6D Découverte (21 km) and an 11 km course for families, so everyone can race the same day. The 6 Défi combines three of the races into a three-day challenge ranked on cumulative time.
Training and kit
For the 69 km you should have finished a mountain marathon and trained the descents, because the final stretch is a long slide back to Aime. The rules require a windproof, a survival blanket and a reusable cup, checked before the start.
Travelling from abroad, La Plagne has plenty of beds in the resort hotels and Aime apartments, but July is peak season, so book early. You will find the rest of the French Alps races at /en/races/francia/auvernia-rodano-alpes/ and the kit at /en/planner/.
360Complete Pack
6000D entry
RegistrationEntries open in December and the flagship race sells out within weeks.
Tips
- •Register the day the window opens
- •Keep the receipt for your insurance
Where to stay for 6000D
AccommodationBook accommodation near the start in advance: the race weekend fills the area.
Tips
- •Look for accommodation within 30 min of the start
- •Book months ahead if the race falls on a holiday weekend or in summer
Kit for 3,050 m
GearAt 3,050 m the weather turns in minutes: a windproof and a long-sleeve layer are not optional.
Tips
- •Taped-seam waterproof shell
- •Category 3 sunglasses for the glacier
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Fuel for 69 km
NutritionWith 3,400 m of climbing digestion gets hard: light gels and salts every hour.
Tips
- •Test gels on long training runs
- •Carry salt for cramps after km 50
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Getting to Aime
TransportAime-la-Plagne sits on the Paris-Milan rail line with its own station and buses to the resort.
Tips
- •The train saves you Sunday parking
- •Shuttles run to the start areas
Car rental for 6000D
Car RentalA car makes it easier to reach the start and get around before and after the race.
Tips
- •Book in advance and check the mileage policy
- •Useful if your accommodation is far from the start
Sports insurance for 6000D
InsuranceCover your participation with insurance that includes medical assistance and mountain rescue.
Tips
- •Check that it covers the race format and elevation gain
- •Review rescue cover if the race is in the mountains
Sun protection for 6000D
Sun ProtectionSun exposure takes its toll on long races, especially on exposed sections and at midday.
Tips
- •Sweat-resistant SPF50 cream, reapply at aid stations
- •Protect lips, ears and neck
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Body care for 6000D
Body CareKilometres and descents punish feet and skin: anti-chafe balm and blister patches prevent DNFs.
Tips
- •Anti-chafe balm on armpits, thighs and feet
- •Blister patches in your pocket
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the 6000D 2027?
- From 29 to 31 July 2027, with the main race on Saturday.
- How long is it?
- The flagship race covers 69 km with 3,400 m of ascent and tops out at Live 3000 (3,050 m).
- Is kit mandatory?
- Yes: windproof jacket, survival blanket, water reserve and a reusable cup. Officials check kit at the start.
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