5th edition LE DEFI DE LA MUZELLE 20 - 24 JULY 2026
MONDAY 20 JULY 2026 Stage 1
The Pied Moutet tour
30kms / 2000m d+
A first day to discover the Oisans! The route passes through the main hamlets of Les 2 Alpes (Mont-de-Lans, Bons, Venosc) but above all offers breathtaking views of the Oisans and its villages. This hilly route is ideal for a good warm-up. This hilly course is ideal for a good start. However, you will have to keep your feet under you for the final part of the stage: the ascent of the Alpe de Venosc and its 600m of positive difference in altitude in just over 2 km!
TUESDAY 21 JULY 2026 Stage 2
From Diable to La Fée
20kms / 1300m d+
Direction the first beautiful altitudes for this second day! Right from the start, we attack with the Machiavellian climb to the Diable (2400m) before plunging into superb scenery with a more magical spirit. This stage full of contrasts should delight many!
THURSDAY 23 JULY 2026Stage 3
Lunar Jandri 3200
21kms / 1300m d+
What an extraordinary experience! Starting and finishing at an altitude of 3200m, it’s going to be a crazy experience! The often lunar scenery is interspersed with exceptional panoramas and high altitude lakes.
FRIDAY 24 JULY 2026Stage 4
Les Aiguilles de la Toura
29kms / 2300m d+
A final, exhilarating stretch! Right from the very first few metres, the trail begins to wind its way through the delightful hairpin bends of Les Myrtilles, which overlook the resort. Next, it’s on to the summit of La Toura at an altitude of over 2,800 metres. There, runners are treated to a unique setting: rocky terrain and a breathtaking view of the Écrins massif! Plenty to enjoy before embarking on a descent of… 1,900 metres of elevation loss (in just 10 km!) into the stunning Vénéon Valley. And as a grand finale, the iconic climb to Venosc (3 km / 670 m elevation gain).
MONDAY 20 JULY 2026Stage 1
The Ridge of Pied Moutet
16kms / 800m d+
A beautiful 1st day! 6 hilly kilometres to get into shape before discovering the beauty of the Crête du Fioc on this side of Pied Moutet. A stage with rolling parts, a beautiful climb, a spectacular descent: in short, the challenge of the Muzelle is launched!
TUESDAY 21 JULY 2026Stage 2
The Diable
12kms / 800m d+
The climb of the Diable is a “Must”, an ascent not to be missed in Les 2 Alpes. Because its profile is varied and interesting, but also because the views over the Vénéon Valley are grandiose!
THURSDAY 23 JULY 2026Stage 3
Target Jandri 3200
11kms / 700m d+
What an extraordinary experience! Starting and finishing at an altitude of 3200m, it’s going to be a crazy experience! The often lunar scenery is interspersed with exceptional panoramas and high altitude lakes.
FRIDAY 24 JULY 2026Stage 4
The assault of Venosc
11kms / 800m d+
The ascent of Venosc, a myth that absolutely had to be included in the race programme! Before climbing these 3 terrible kilometres, you’ll have a chance to get a feel for the terrain on the way down before branching off onto an ultra-technical path to reach the rare fairly flat section of the day. So, are you ready for the assault?
