Trail du Grand Ballon - La Printanière
The TGB 25 invites you to discover the landscapes of the Vosges while staying high up on the ridges. Starting from Le Markstein, the route heads toward the Grand Ballon before returning toward Le Treh. With less than 800 meters of elevation gain, this distance offers a more accessible challenge while maintaining the pure joy of mountain running. The return to Le Markstein holds one final climb in store: the famous stairs in front of the Hôtel Wolf, with the finish line waiting at the top.
1232 m
Max Altitude
1100
Max participants
94%
off road
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START
10:30/10:45
Sunday, April 25
AIDSTATIONS
2
on course
TIME LIMIT
5:00
finish before 15:45
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INFORMATION
About the TGB 25
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DISCOVER THE AUBERGE DU STEINLEBACH
At an altitude of 1,150 meters, slightly below the Markstein, the Auberge du Steinlebach, a long-standing partner of the Trails du Grand Ballon, welcomes you amidst the Vosges pastures. A stopover to savor the mountains as much as the local produce, through cuisine prioritizing fresh, seasonal ingredients. Whether for a meal after hitting the trails or a stay in a private room or dormitory, the inn invites you to take the time to enjoy the Vosges.
EQUIPMENT
What to bring
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
This gear is mandatory. Time penalties or DSQ for violations possible
Bib worn visibly
Bib worn visibly
Phone charged
Phone charged
Emergency blanket
Emergency blanket
Collapsible cup with a minimum capacity of 15 cl
Collapsible cup with a minimum capacity of 15 cl
ID with photo
ID with photo
Recommended gear
This gear is highly recommended for your safety and comfort.
Livio Live App
Livio Live App
GPS watch with the route (GPX)
GPS watch with the route (GPX)
Long-legged trousers
Long-legged trousers
Trail running shoes with good grip
Trail running shoes with good grip
Waterproof jacket with hood
Waterproof jacket with hood
Running backpack
Running backpack
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TGB 25 PROGRAM
Key times
THURSDAY, APRIL 22
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Bib collection
Hotel Wolf
FRIDAY, APRIL 23
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Bib collection
Hotel Wolf
SATURDAY, APRIL 24
03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Bib pickup
Hotel Wolf
SUNDAY, APRIL 25
06:30 AM-10:45 AM
Bib pickup
Hotel Wolf
SUNDAY, APRIL 25
10:30 AM
Start of the TGB 25 - Wave 1
Hotel Wolf
SUNDAY, APRIL 25
10:45 AM
Start of the TGB 25 - Wave 2
Hotel Wolf
SUNDAY, APRIL 25
12:30
First finisher
Hotel Wolf
SUNDAY, APRIL 25
03:45 PM
Last finisher
Hotel Wolf
COURSE SPECIFICS
What awaits you on the trails around the Markstein
TECHNICAL
Moderately technical
TERRAIN
Forest trails, ridge paths and rocky sections
Varied terrain, alternating dirt, roots and stones, with potentially muddy sections in April
VERTICAL INDEX
29,7
SPEED FACTOR
1.3
DRY CONDITIONS
SPEED FACTOR
1.5
WET CONDITIONS
OFFROAD RATIO
94%
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