CCC - Elevation Profile, Aid Stations and Cutoffs
The CCC (Courmayeur-Champex-Chamonix) is a 101km ultra-trail with around 6,100m of elevation gain, running from Courmayeur in Italy through the Swiss Val Ferret to Chamonix in France. The overall cutoff is 26 hours 30 minutes, and the highest point is the Tete de la Tronche at 2,584m, climbed in the first 10km.
Course profile
- Distance
- 101 km
- Elevation gain
- 6,100 m
- Elevation loss
- 6,100 m
- Highest point
- Tete de la Tronche (2,584 m)
- Cutoff
- 26h30
- Typical winning time
- ~10h
CCC covers the second half of the UTMB course after its own brutal opening climb out of Courmayeur. The Tete de la Tronche climb (roughly 1,300m of gain in the first 10km) sets the tone; after Grand Col Ferret the course rolls through Swiss villages before the final climbs above Chamonix. Crew points are La Fouly, Champex-Lac, and Vallorcine.
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide.
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Aid stations and checkpoints
| Checkpoint | Km | Cumulative gain (m) | Cumulative loss (m) | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start - Courmayeur | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - |
| Refuge Bertone | 7 | 900 | 0 | Fri 13:45 | No | No |
| Refuge Bonatti | 16 | 1,400 | 400 | - | No | No |
| Arnouvaz | 22 | 1,700 | 600 | Fri 16:30 | No | No |
| Grand Col Ferret | 29 | 2,600 | 600 | - | No | No |
| La Fouly | 37 | 2,600 | 1,500 | Fri 20:15 | Yes | Yes |
| Champex-Lac | 46 | 3,150 | 1,850 | Fri 23:15 | Yes | Yes |
| Trient | 60 | 4,000 | 2,750 | Sat 04:00 | No | Yes |
| Vallorcine | 70 | 4,650 | 3,300 | Sat 07:15 | Yes | No |
| La Flegere | 82 | 5,850 | 3,650 | Sat 10:45 | No | No |
| Chamonix (Finish) | 101 | 6,100 | 6,100 | Sat 12:00 | Yes | No |
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide. Source: official race guide, verified July 17, 2026 - Official race website
FAQ
How long is the CCC?
The CCC covers approximately 101km from Courmayeur (Italy) through Champex-Lac (Switzerland) to Chamonix (France), with around 6,100m of cumulative elevation gain.
How much elevation gain does the CCC have?
The CCC has around 6,100m of cumulative elevation gain and the same amount of loss over 101km. The biggest single climb is the opening ascent to the Tete de la Tronche, roughly 1,300m of gain in the first 10km.
What is the cutoff time for the CCC?
The overall CCC cutoff is 26 hours 30 minutes, with intermediate barriers at major checkpoints. Winning times are typically around 10 hours.
What is the highest point of the CCC?
The highest point of the CCC is the Tete de la Tronche at 2,584m, reached during the opening climb out of Courmayeur. The Grand Col Ferret (2,537m at km 29) is the second major high point.
How many aid stations does the CCC have and which allow crew?
The checkpoint table lists 9 major aid points between Courmayeur and the finish in Chamonix. Crew access is allowed at La Fouly (37km), Champex-Lac (46km), and Vallorcine (70km); drop bags at La Fouly, Champex-Lac, and Trient.
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