Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée - Elevation Profile, Aid Stations and Cutoffs
Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée is a 77 km ultra-trail with around 5,100 m of elevation gain, starting in La Fouly, Switzerland. The overall cutoff is 26 hours. The highest point on the course is Col des Chevaux at 2,714 m.
Course profile
- Distance
- 77 km
- Elevation gain
- 5,100 m
- Elevation loss
- 5,208 m
- Highest point
- Col des Chevaux (2,714 m)
- Cutoff
- 26h
- Typical winning time
- ~8h42
The biggest climb between checkpoints gains around 1,209 m from Lourtier (km 64.4) to La Chaux (km 70.4). The steepest sustained section on the elevation profile averages about 31% over roughly 2.1 km around km 67. Crew access is allowed at Col des Chevaux (14.9 km), Bourg-St-Pierre (26.8 km), Cabane Brunet (46.3 km), Lourtier (64.4 km) and La Chaux (70.4 km).
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide.
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Plan against barriersElevation profile
Aid stations and checkpoints
| Checkpoint | Km | Cumulative gain (m) | Cumulative loss (m) | Crew | Drop bag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start - La Fouly | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - |
| Col Fenêtre | 9.4 | 1,103 | 9 | No | No |
| Col du Grand-Saint-Bernard | 12.7 | 1,246 | 377 | No | No |
| Col des Chevaux | 14.9 | 1,506 | 394 | Yes | No |
| Bourg-St-Pierre | 26.8 | 1,681 | 1,660 | Yes | No |
| Cabane de Mille | 38.6 | 2,782 | 1,905 | No | No |
| Cabane Brunet | 46.3 | 3,056 | 2,556 | Yes | No |
| Cabane Panossière | 53.2 | 3,789 | 2,749 | No | No |
| Lourtier | 64.4 | 3,813 | 4,329 | Yes | No |
| La Chaux | 70.4 | 5,022 | 4,357 | Yes | No |
| Verbier (Finish) | 77 | 5,100 | 5,208 | Yes | Yes |
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 much elevation gain does Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée have?
Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée has around 5,100 m of cumulative elevation gain and 5,208 m of loss over 77 km.
What is the cutoff time for Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée?
The overall Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée cutoff is 26 hours, with intermediate time barriers at major checkpoints. Winning times are typically around 9 hours.
How long is Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée?
Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée covers approximately 77 km, starting in La Fouly, Switzerland.
What is the highest point of Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée?
The highest point of Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée is Col des Chevaux at 2,714 m.
How many aid stations does Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB - X-Traversée have and which allow crew?
The checkpoint table lists 9 major aid points between the start and the finish. Crew access is allowed at Col des Chevaux (14.9 km), Bourg-St-Pierre (26.8 km), Cabane Brunet (46.3 km), Lourtier (64.4 km) and La Chaux (70.4 km).
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