2027 edition, July 29 to July 31

2027 REGISTRATION COMING SOON

La 6000D

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6000D edition 2027, 37 years of pleasure… July 29 to 31

The 6000D, a legendary race and the first of its kind, is still considered a challenge by most trail runners.

Individual challenge, accessible to all

3400m of elevation gain over a 69km course that takes participants from the village of Aime in the valley to the top of Bellecôte glacier at 3050m via La Plagne’s different altitude villages, then descending through the forest to Montchavin les Côches and finishing along the Isère river.

The atmosphere 6000D

The trail is well marked with 95% of it on regular walking paths. There will be a large, enthusiastic crowd throughout the event to cheer for you during the 37th edition, on Saturday, 31 july 2027.

Access to the new Glacier “Live 3000” will be open for summer 2027 with its new gondola, possibility of stopping at Roche de Mio and the Col de la Chiaupe. An incredible view awaits you at 3050 meters.
La société d’aménagement de la Plagne is pleased to offer 1 access to Live 3000 for all 6000D in relay to 3 on Saturday, 31 july 2027
For accompanying persons, tickets will be on sale at the ski lift ticket offices at the preferential rate to encourage the runners at 3050m.

In order to be as close as possible to the Trail spirit, there are only 5 aid stations (food and drinks) and 2 water points (drinks only) over the 69 km. A camel bag or a water bottle holder is highly recommended. Self-sufficient running is recommended.

arche de depart 6000D

Organization of the 6000D :

SATURDAY, 31 JULY 2027 
STARTS AIME, 4.30 am

There will be between 3 and 4 starting waves of 500 people each, with starts every 15 minutes.

Organization of Start Groups for the 2027 Edition
To provide you with the best conditions based on your level and to ensure a smoother flow along the course, start groups will be organized according to your UTMB index, with runners having the lowest indices starting in the first groups.
To find out your points: https://utmb.world/fr/utmb-index/runner-search 

Race information

  • 69km – 3400m elevation gain
  • Altitude at the start and finish : 677 m
  • Highest point of the race : 3050 m
  • Departure at 4.30 am and the end of the race around 7.00 pm
  • There will be between 3 and 4 waves of 500 people starting every 15 minutes.
  • No time limit but last hourly barrier in Sangot at 6.30 pm (65km)
  • 5 Time limits calculated based on the departure time of the last wave (Plagne Centre 10.15am, Live 3000 (at the top) 12.45pm, Bellecôte 3.15pm, Montchavin 4.45pm and Sangot 6.30pm
  • Limited to 2000 runners
  • Price : 75€ – 89€, according to date of registration
  • Online registration closes on July 25th, 2027
  • PPS or compulsory licence to validate registration, new PPS valid for 1 year
  • The age limit to run the 6000D is 20 years (in the year 2007)
  • Mandatory equipment that will be checked at the start and during the race : 
    Working mobile phone, survival blanket, whistle, reusable cup or flask, 4 pins or fastening system for the race number, waterproof jacket with integrated hood (minimum 10,000 Schmerber – 20,000 Schmerber recommended), trousers, running tights, overtrousers or a suit covering the entire legs (e.g. running tights with high socks), at least 1 litre of water (1.5 litres recommended), food supplies, crampons or snow chains, a working headlamp and proof of identity (in case of rescue, in particular).
  • Strongly recommended : Gloves, hat, sunglasses, cap, neck warmer, additional water and food supplies.
  • Bibs will be given out at the Salle des Fêtes in Aime from Thursday, 29th until the morning of the race on saturday. Identity card required for the withdrawal of the bib.
  • A baggage room will be available 50m from the start point in la salle Cerrutti located in Aime

Collect your bib

The bib can be collected from the salle des fêtes of Aime right next to the start :
– Thursday, July 29, 2027 from 2 pm to 7.00 pm
– Friday, July 30 2027 from 10 am to 7 pm
– Saturday, July 31 2027 from 3:00 am to 5:00 am based on start waves

Cable car for accompanying persons with the Société d’aménagement de la Plagne

is pleased to offer each participant in the 6000D and the 6000D 3-person relay (on Saturday only) free access to the cable car from Plagne Bellecôte / Roche de Mio / Col de Chiaupe / Live 3000 on Saturday 31 July 2027 (bicycles not permitted)

For additional support staff, tickets will be on sale at the ski lift ticket offices at a preferential rate

Opening of the ticket office in Plagne Bellecôte:
Saturday 31 July at 6.00 am
Opening of the cable car in Plagne Bellecôte:
Saturday 31 July at 6.15 am