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Grand Trail des Cadourques
Friday, 2 April 2027
GTC 120
120km D+ 4000m
Saint-Cirq 65
64km D+ 2050m
Divona 30
30km D+ 1300m
Valentré 15
15km D+ 600m
Nox Cadurca 12
12km D+ 370m
Your checklist for Grand Trail des Cadourques
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)Polar Pacer Pro
Ultra-light: just 41 g
Downside: No multi-band GPS
Gear
Powerful headlamp with new batteries
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
Hot dinner at the life base
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
Ultra Trail
Difficulty
Advanced
Distance
5 modalities
GTC 120
- Distance
- 120 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 4000m
- Max Time
- -
Saint-Cirq 65
- Distance
- 64 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 2050m
- Max Time
- -
Divona 30
- Distance
- 30 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 1300m
- Max Time
- -
Valentré 15
- Distance
- 15 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 600m
- Max Time
- -
Nox Cadurca 12
- Distance
- 12 km
- Elevation Gain
- D+ 370m
- Max Time
- -
| Modality | Distance | Elevation Gain | Max Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTC 120 | 120 km | D+ 4000m | - |
| Saint-Cirq 65 | 64 km | D+ 2050m | - |
| Divona 30 | 30 km | D+ 1300m | - |
| Valentré 15 | 15 km | D+ 600m | - |
| Nox Cadurca 12 | 12 km | D+ 370m | - |
Will your watch battery last the ~25 h of Grand Trail des Cadourques?Worked out for the longest course (120 km). See which watches reach the finish with GPS on and which die on the way.Check my watch Check my watchGear up for Grand Trail des Cadourques
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Historical weather
What to wear at 10 °C: guide and kit →
Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)
Temperature
6°C – 16°C
Average 10°C
Rain
50%
2.7 mm avg
Wind
19 km/h
max. average
Sunshine hours
9h
daily average
Gear recommendations
Bring a waterproof jacket (50% 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 6°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.
Forecast for 2 April
Weather forecast from Open-Meteo (may change until race day)
The Lot ultra, by night
The Grand Trail des Cadourques is the ultra of the Lot, a department of dry causses and river valleys where the Célé has cut a canyon of white walls. The GTC 120 adds up to 120 km and 4,000 m of climbing and leaves Cahors at eleven on Friday night.
The route crosses the medieval city, climbs onto the causses and links Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, one of the prettiest villages in France, hanging above the Célé. The life base is at Mas de Saboth around km 56, with hot food and express massage.
A family format
The Saint-Cirq 65 (64 km, 2,050 m) is the middle distance, the Divona 30 and Valentré 15 loop around Cahors and the Nox Cadurca 12 is a short night race for beginners. The Chartreux hike completes the weekend.
Preparation
April in the Lot can mean 20 °C by day and 4 °C at night. Train with a headlamp and test rain gear, because Célé mud is sticky. The organisers require a licence or medical certificate plus mandatory safety kit.
Sleeping in Cahors lets you walk to the start. More Occitanie races at /en/races/francia/occitania/ and kit at /en/planner/.
360Complete Pack
Cadourques entry
RegistrationThe 120 km is capped at 250 runners and requires a licence or medical certificate.
Tips
- •Enter before 19 March
- •Have your medical certificate ready
Where to stay for Cadourques
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
Causse kit
GearCold, damp April nights with mud in the Célé valley: headlamp and windproof.
Tips
- •Powerful headlamp with new batteries
- •Shoes with mud lugs
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Fuel for 120 km
NutritionThe Mas de Saboth life base serves hot food mid-race.
Tips
- •Hot dinner at the life base
- •Gels every 45 minutes
Getting to Cahors
TransportCahors has a rail station with links to Toulouse and Paris, and is an hour from Toulouse on the A20.
Tips
- •Direct train from Toulouse
- •Parking at the Espace Valentré
Car rental for Cadourques
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 Cadourques
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 Cadourques
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
Body care for Cadourques
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 Grand Trail des Cadourques 2027?
- Friday 2 and Saturday 3 April 2027, with the GTC 120 starting at 23:00 from the Espace Valentré in Cahors.
- How much climbing in the 120 km?
- 4,000 m of ascent, with a 25-hour cut-off and a life base at Mas de Saboth around km 56.
- Are there short races?
- Yes: 64, 30, 15 and 12 km, plus a charity walk with no timing.
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