MORBIER TRAIL - 40 km

• Start – Le Frasnois (0 km – 780 m altitude)

The course starts in the heart of the village of Le Frasnois, with a gradual start along Lake Narlay. This first section offers a warm-up on a rolling trail by the water before tackling the first difficulty.

• Ascent to Mont des Ifs (5 km – 1040 m altitude)

The route gradually rises through the forest, following a zigzagging path leading to the summit of Mont des Ifs. The ascent is demanding but steady, with a beautiful clear view over the valley at the top.

• Crossing of Bois des Bans (8 km – 980 m altitude)

An alternation of gentle slopes and short descents allows for rhythm changes. This undergrowth passage is pleasant, over a soft ground carpeted with fir needles.

• The Maclus Cliffs and Lakes (12 km – 1100 m altitude)

A balcony trail overlooks the Maclus lakes, offering an impressive panorama. The progression becomes more technical with rocky passages, roots, and tight turns requiring attention.

• Ascent of Eagle Peak (15 km – 1200 m altitude)

A steep and intense climb leads to the summit of Eagle Peak, where a panoramic view rewards the effort. The following descent is fast and technical before reaching the Chaux-du-Dombief aid station.

• The Cairn Trail (20 km – 1050 m altitude)

The atmosphere changes with a mineral terrain dotted with cairns. This undulating section tests endurance with irregular relief and rocky passages.

Lake Bonlieu and humid forest (25 km – 940 m altitude)

Return to a forest environment, cooler and humid. The trail crosses areas where caution is needed due to mud and slippery roots.

Crossing the Val and ascent to Ménétrux-en-Joux (30 km – 990 m altitude)

After the Bonlieu aid station, the course runs along the Val lake before tackling a winding ascent to Ménétrux-en-Joux. This section combines rhythm changes and technical passages.

• The Hérisson Waterfalls (35 km – 780 m altitude)

The trail winds along the Hérisson waterfalls, where the humidity of the place can make the rocks slippery. This iconic passage marks the approach to the end of the course.

• Final descent and finish (40 km – 780 m altitude)

A last descent, alternating rolling sections and tight turns, leads to the finish line. The course ends in a friendly atmosphere, in the heart of the village of Le Frasnois.

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