Tor des Géants: The Giant of the Alps
Tor des Géants is one of the most extreme ultra-trail races in the world — ~330 km with ~24,000 m of ascent across the Aosta Valley in the Italian Alps, with a 150-hour cut-off and minimal mandatory rest.
It traverses the Gran Paradiso and Mont Avic national parks, climbing over alpine cols above 3,000 m. The shorter Tor 130, Tor 100 and Tor 30 make the event accessible to a wider range of runners.
Date verification: Dates for the next edition have not yet been officially announced. Tor des Géants is traditionally held in September — check the official website for confirmed dates.
Distance categories: Tor (~330 km, ~24,000 m) · Tor 450 · Tor 130 · Tor 100 · Tor 30
Elevation gain: Tor: ~24,000 m
Entry: Entry via the official website with a medical certificate and qualifying points. The full Tor is restricted to experienced ultra-runners. See the official website for current entry rules.
The Course
The full Tor is a single-stage ~330 km loop through the Aosta Valley, with ~24,000 m of cumulative ascent and a 150-hour cut-off. Runners manage their own rest at life-bases along the route. The terrain is high alpine — cols, ridges, technical descents.
The event also includes Tor 450, Tor 130, Tor 100 and Tor 30 distances. Entry to the full Tor requires qualifying points and a medical certificate.
Frequently asked questions
- How far is Tor des Géants? The full Tor is approximately 330 km with about 24,000 m of ascent across the Aosta Valley, with a 150-hour cut-off. Shorter distances (Tor 130, 100, 30) are also offered.
- When is Tor des Géants? Traditionally held in September. Dates for the next edition have not yet been officially announced — check the official website.
- How do I enter Tor des Géants? Entry via the official website with a medical certificate and qualifying points. The full Tor is restricted to experienced ultra-runners.
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