L'UTMJ - 175 KM
Want to experience the UTMJ in its most authentic and demanding form ? Take on the 175 kman exceptional course created by passionate trail runners for passionate trail runners.
Cross breathtaking landscapes, push your limits on technical singletrack trails, and discover the Jura like never before : 3 departments, 2 regions, 2 countries an extraordinary human and sporting adventure awaits.Are you ready to take on the challenge?
START IN LANCRANS (01) - 2 OCTOBER 2026 AT 12:00 PM
175 KM • 7,000m D+
3 DEPARTMENTS • 2 REGIONS • 2 COUNTRIES
Race Information
Start time: 12:00 PM on 02/10/2026 in Lancrans (01)
Field size: 500 solo runners + 150 relay teams
Cut-off time 48 hours
- Les Rousses (leaving the base camp): 14 hours from start
- Mouthe: 28 hours from start
- Jougne (leaving the base camp): 36 hours from start
- Métabief (finish): 48 hours from start
Required year of birth 2007 or earlier (FFA Under-20 category)
a PACER option is available (book when registering as the main runner)
Route & Profile
The GPX track will be released shortly before the race, in order to respect private landowners' properties and ensure their peace and quiet.
We kindly ask you not to venture onto these private sections, so that we can preserve our routes and agreements.
Shuttle Bus
A shuttle bus is available to take runners to the race start in Lancrans.
Departure Hôpitaux Neufs (Camping du Miroir), Friday 2 October 2026 at 8:30 AM
Route: Hôpitaux Neufs (25) → Lancrans (01)
This service is optional and must be booked online for €30 (subject to availability).
No shuttle is provided for supporters along the course.
IMPORTANT No return shuttle will run from Métabief to the start (Lancrans) after the race.
Free return transport to the shuttle departure car park (Hôpitaux Neufs) will be offered from Métabief with regular departures.
Booked shuttle tickets are non-refundable if you change your mind.
Race Bib Collection
You may collect your race bib at the finish venue (Métabief) or on the day of the race at the start (Lancrans).
- Thursday from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Métabief, Place Xavier Authier
- Friday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Lancrans, multi-purpose hall
ID is mandatory. Copies will not be accepted. A third party may collect your pack on your behalf only with your original ID.
Start Wave
- Single start wave
Elite runners wishing to line up at the front should email contact@utmj.fr
Race Regulation
The race regulation is available here
Mandatory & Recommended Kit
Mandatory kit: :
- 500mL water reservoir
- Brand-new emergency survival blanket
- Waterproof and windproof jacket with fitted hood
- Waterproof and windproof trousers
- Fitted hat/beanie
- Fully charged and switched-on mobile phone
- Individual reusable cup
- Working head torch
- Valid ID (required for crossing into Switzerland)
Recommended/Permitted kit: :
- Whistle
- Thermal base layer (top and bottom)
- Neck gaiter
- Gloves
- Spare clothes
- Personal food supplies
- First aid kit
Poles are permitted on all races (not recommended for the 40 km, 20 km and 10 km).
Cold Weather Kit / Warm Weather Kit:
Depending on forecast weather conditions, the organisation may require participants to carry additional defined kit items, on top of the mandatory gear (see race regulation). Runners will be informed of any such requirement in the days leading up to their race.
Aid Stations
14 aid stations and 2 base camps
Menthières / Chézéry / Lelex / Le Manon / La Frasse / Les Rousses (BC) / Morbier / Bellefontaine / Chapelle des Bois / Chaux Neuve / Mouthe / Les Granges Raguin / Jougne (BC) / Grange Neuve / Jougne / Métabief (Finish)
At aid stations: Coffee, Tea / St-Yorre, Cristaline / Jura Cola / Broth / Oranges, Bananas / Dried raisins, Dried apricots / Peanuts / Cereal bars / Chocolate / Sugar / Bread / Gingerbread / Crackers / Dry sausage / Comté, Morbier cheese
Hot meals at base camps:
- Les Rousses: Hot ham – Mashed potato
- Jougne: Rice, bolognaise, pea soup
ITRA /UTMB Points
Elite Race Bib
If you have 650 ITRA points (women) or 800 ITRA points (men), please email contact@utmj.fr to receive a complimentary elite bib.
The request must be made before 1 September 2026.
Les bénéficiaires d’un dossard élite s’engagent à être présents à la remise des prix s’ils figurent au classement récompensé.