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How does it work?
On a unique route of 1.8km and 412m D+, link the bottom of the mythical La Joyère cable car to its summit…
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Le compte à rebours est terminé !
There's a format for overcoming limits:
- Dry ascent
- 4h or 6h format, on your own or in a duo: run up the mountain and take the gondola down as many times as you can!
Are you looking for as much as you can climb, or are you looking for a friendly challenge for two in the great outdoors? Whatever your level, there’s something for everyone.
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Take on the “Challenge Iris Pessey”!
Co-organised by the Domaine Skiable and the Ski-Club du Grand-Bornand, the event, which is set to become part of the region’s trail competition calendar, is designed to promote the village spirit and friendly atmosphere that are the hallmarks of Grand-Bornand, by involving trail-runner Iris Pessey.
A local child, the outdoor ambassador of Grand-Bornand (3rd in the 2023 World Skyrunning Championships, 2nd in the 2021 World Vertical Kilometre Championships, etc.), who also set the world record for the round trip from the village square to the summit of Pointe Percée in a time of 3’36”4 during the Fête de la Montagne in 2024, has already set the benchmark time to be beaten as part of a “Challenge Iris Pessey” to stimulate participants: 20’41”5.
Programme
Friday 26th June 2026
- 13:30 – 17:30: Collecting race numbers – organiser’s stand – entertainment village near the La Joyère cable car
Saturday 27th June 2026
- 7.00am: Withdrawal of race numbers – organiser’s stand – entertainment village near the La Joyère cable car
- 8.30am: Mass Start – Montée Sèche – Place de l’Eglise in Le Grand-Bornand
- 9.00am: Mass Start – 6h – individual and duo – Place de l’Eglise du Grand-Bornand
- 10.00am: Closing of race number collection – organiser’s stand – entertainment village near the La Joyère cable car
- 11.00am: Mass Start – 4h – individual and duo – Place de l’Eglise in Le Grand-Bornand
- 11.30am: Prize-giving ceremony – Montée Sèche – entertainment village near the La Joyère cable car
- 15:00: End of the race – 6h and 4h formats
- 15:30: Prize-giving ceremony – 4h and 6h formats – entertainment village near the La Joyère cable car
All day long in the entertainment area in the Rosay car park near the La Joyère gondola: Pasta party, music, refreshments and entertainment organised by the Grand-Bornand Ski Club.
Verti Grand-Bo is :
A first edition of a vertical challenge on our estate for all trail lovers.
What’s more, the descent is by gondola!
A responsible event
Use of local products for the refreshments, reduction of waste (each participant must bring their own reusable cup), limited use of markers, selective sorting, etc…
An invitation to discover our destination
You’ll still have 160 km of signposted hiking and trail routes to discover!
A gourmet race
After the effort, a pasta party is a must!
A friendly get-together
Sharing and exchanging ideas: We’ll climb together and enjoy the scenery at the top!
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Practical information
How to get to Verti Grand-Bo
Number collection and start area
- Numbers can be collected from the organiser’s stand in the Rosay car park, near the Joyère cable car.
- The start of all the races will take place in the Place de l’Eglise in Le Grand-Bornand.
Parking
All car parks are located within the race site and are accessible free of charge:
- Bus station car park
- Ice rink car park
- Tardevant car park
Please plan ahead for your arrival in Grand-Bornand and respect the parking zones to ensure safe traffic flow.
See all car parks.
Luggage lockers
Lockers at the foot of the Rosay and La Joyère gondolas will be available during the event. Numbers are limited, so book your locker in advance online.
No other lockers will be set up by the organisers.
Access to the La Joyère cable car
Accompanying adults can also take advantage!
Access to the La Joyère cable car on Saturday 27 June 2026 with a pedestrian day pass to follow the race at close quarters and cheer on the participants.
Day passes will be on sale at a single price of €8 (adults and children) and free for children under 5. Tickets can only be purchased at the Rosay ticket office on the day.
