Diagonale des Fous
Location
Saint-Pierre
France
Distance
Ultra
Date
October 15, 2026
in 71 days
Elevation Gain
10200m
hillier than 16 of 17 similar races
Course TypePoint-to-point
Typical WeatherTropical highland, 10-28°C (50-82°F), humid, possible rain in mountains
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The legendary diagonal crossing of La Réunion island from south to north, traversing volcanic cirques and tropical forests in one of the world's most gruelling and scenic ultras.
What Makes This Race Special
- 180km island diagonal crossing
- 10,200m elevation gain
- Volcanic cirques of La Réunion
- Tropical mountain terrain
- Part of the Grand Raid de La Réunion
- New 2026 route through Salazie cirque