Ultra Running Hub La Malene, France · Sunday, May 9, 2027
Tarn Valley Trail - La Malène de Proust
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (54km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, May
Regional 2001-2020 average for May — NASA POWER, grid elevation 900 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 54km | 514 | Pierre Bonef · 04:58:52 | Claire Delmas · 05:52:06 |
22% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (54km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Course notes
- terrain This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 54 km of trail with 2,230 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 41 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 54 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 2,230 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 54 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Overview
The Tarn Valley Trail - La Malène de Proust is a 54-kilometer trail race that will take place in La Malene, France, on May 9, 2027. With 2230 meters of elevation gain over 54 kilometers, the course involves 41.3 meters of climb per kilometer. This makes it a demanding 50k event, requiring sustained effort on ascents.
The race is organized by Templiers Events. The entry fee is 70€. The most recent edition in 2026 saw 514 finishers. This field size is bigger than 98% of 50k fields, making it a very large event compared to its 2747 peers. The race has been held only once before, in 2026.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.