Results: 2026
| Category | Name | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Men | Jiaju Zhao (China) | 65:55:22 |
| Women | Katharina Hartmuth (Germany) | 67:10:09 |
690 of 1118 starters finished.
Winning times match the organizer's final live ranking. Starter and finisher counts come from the organizer's 22 September recap, which also reports that both winners set course records and that Zhao is the first Chinese winner. iRunFar spells the name Jia-Ju Zhao; the organizer uses Jiaju Zhao.
Source: iRunFar — 2026 Tor des Géants Results. Checked September 24, 2026.
Next edition: September 2027, date to be confirmed. The organizer lists the 2027 TORX event week as September 10–19; the TOR330 start date has not been announced.
Event Overview
The flagship TORX mountain ultra: a single-stage 330km loop through Italy's Aosta Valley, starting and finishing in Courmayeur with a 150-hour time limit.
| Date | Sep 13-19, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Courmayeur, Aosta Valley, Italy |
| Format | 200+ Mile |
| Terrain | Mountain |
| Region | Europe |
| Distance / duration | 330 km |
| Course model | Loop |
| Edition note | The organizer lists the course as 330 km with 24,000 m of climbing; the official 2026 timetable measures the route at 336.5 km with 26,182 m D+ and 25,727 m D-, so plan on the longer figures. |
| Elevation gain | About 24,000 m D+ (26,182 m on the 2026 timetable) |
| Elevation loss | 25,727 m D- (2026 timetable) |
| Cutoff | 150 hours per wave: 4:00 PM for the first wave and 6:00 PM for the second on September 19, 2026. |
| Start | Two start groups from Courmayeur on Sunday, September 13: 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. |
| Field size | 1,100 bibs available for 2026 |
| Highlights | TORX, Aosta Valley, 150-Hour Limit |
TOR330 2026 Life Bases & Cutoffs
The six life bases provide full services. Distances are cumulative; times are local to Italy (CEST). Wave 1 started September 13 at 10:00; wave 2 at 12:00. IN is the arrival deadline and OUT the departure deadline.
| Life base / finish | Km | Wave 1: IN → OUT | Wave 2: IN → OUT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valgrisenche | 48.5 | Sep 14, 05:00 → 07:00 | Sep 14, 07:00 → 09:00 |
| Cogne | 104.0 | Sep 15, 04:00 → 06:00 | Sep 15, 06:00 → 08:00 |
| Donnas | 149.8 | Sep 16, 00:00 → 02:00 | Sep 16, 02:00 → 04:00 |
| Gressoney | 203.8 | Sep 16, 23:00 → Sep 17, 01:00 | Sep 17, 01:00 → 03:00 |
| Valtournenche | 237.5 | Sep 17, 19:00 → 21:00 | Sep 17, 21:00 → 23:00 |
| Ollomont | 286.5 | Sep 18, 17:00 → 19:00 | Sep 18, 19:00 → 21:00 |
| Courmayeur finish | 336.5 | Sep 19, 16:00 | Sep 19, 18:00 |
This is a 2026 reference, not a future-edition timetable. Intermediate checkpoints also have cutoffs; use the full official PDF for every deadline. Checked October 6, 2026.
Sources: Official TOR330 2026 timetable (PDF).
Course & Terrain
Single-stage alpine loop around Italy's Aosta Valley, starting and finishing in Courmayeur, with six life bases spaced roughly every 50 km.
Key course features to know before comparing this race:
- Courmayeur start and finish
- Alta Via 1 and Alta Via 2 through Gran Paradiso Natural Park and Mont Avic Regional Park
- 25 passes above 2,000 m, topping out near 3,300 m at Col Loson, beneath the Alps' highest four-thousanders
- Life bases at Valgrisenche, Cogne, Donnas, Gressoney-Saint-Jean, Valtournenche, and Ollomont
TOR330 is a technical alpine ultra with sustained climbing, long descents, and high passes where mountain judgement matters.
September in the Alps can bring sun, cold rain, wind, or snow at elevation; runners need a real mountain-weather plan. The Aosta Valley functional centre publishes a dedicated TORX weather bulletin during race week.
Format & Support (as run)
| Qualification | Entry runs in three windows on the TORX eXperience portal: PAX priority bibs for finishers of a TORX eXperience race (January), pre-registration with selection (February), then open registration until spots fill (March). Finishing any TORX eXperience race earns a PAX bib for the TOR330 regardless of placing. |
|---|---|
| Support model | Large mountain-ultra support network with aid stations, six life bases, live tracking, volunteers, and mandatory mountain equipment. There are no compulsory stages: each runner decides when and how long to stop for rest and refreshment. |
Why This Race Matters
TOR330 links the Aosta Valley's Alta Via 1 and Alta Via 2 in one continuous race. Its six life bases divide a week-long mountain effort into practical resupply and rest decisions, while wave-specific cutoffs keep the clock running throughout. The 2026 edition produced new men's and women's course records, with Katharina Hartmuth also reaching the overall podium.
Historical benchmark notes in the directory record (verify current records with the linked official sources):
- Men's course record as of the 2026 edition: Jiaju Zhao, 65:55:22. The previous mark was Victor Richard's 66:08:22 in 2025.
- Women's course record as of the 2026 edition: Katharina Hartmuth, 67:10:09, third overall. Her previous record was 79:10:40 in 2024.
- The organizer's September 22, 2026 recap reports 690 finishers from 1,118 starters (61.7%).
Preparing for a Race Like TOR330 - Tor des Géants
The 200-mile race guide covers the format as a whole. These guides go deeper:
- 200-mile race strategy: Pacing, sleep loss, aid stations, navigation, crew and feet, with a worked Moab 240 plan.
- Sleep strategy for multiday races: An individual sleep plan with safe locations and clear stop criteria.
- Crew and aid-station strategy: Crew tables, aid stops, drop bags and runner preferences.
- Foot-care kit for multiday running: Tape, lube, socks, blister pads and simple hot-spot rules.
Best Fit
- Experienced mountain ultrarunners ready for several nights outside
- Athletes who can combine technical trail movement with sleep discipline
- Runners targeting a European 200-plus-mile benchmark
Planning Notes
- Prepare for sleep decisions, weather swings, and aid-station discipline. The distance is only one part of a multi-day fixed-distance race.
- Train for terrain-specific fatigue. Technical trails and mountain courses demand downhill durability, hiking efficiency, and reliable night lighting.
- The directory does not mark this as having simpler logistics. Confirm qualification, terrain, support, registration, medical, and withdrawal requirements before planning around it.
Event FAQs
What is the TOR330 time limit?
TOR330 has a 150-hour limit for each start wave. The 2026 timetable sets the Courmayeur finish deadline at 4:00 PM on September 19 for wave 1 and 6:00 PM for wave 2, with separate arrival and departure cutoffs at the six life bases.
Is TOR330 a stage race?
No. TOR330 is a single-stage mountain ultra with no compulsory stages, so runners manage sleep and progress continuously within the time limit.
How do you get a TOR330 bib?
Registration runs on the TORX eXperience portal in three windows: a PAX priority window for finishers of a TORX eXperience race, a pre-registration window with selection, and then open registration until the 1,100 bibs are filled.
How can I follow the Tor des Géants live?
The organizer runs a live ranking, a live blog with updates in English and Italian, and webcams at points along the course, all linked from the TORX Live site.
Related Preparation
- Compare this race in the full 2026 calendar
- Open the 200+ Mile format guide
- Compare all race formats
- Use the timed-race pace calculator
- Plan checkpoint arrivals and cutoff buffers
- Build a crew and drop-bag plan
- Build a race-specific gear checklist
Verification & Sources
Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated October 6, 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.
- Official TOR330 page — https://torxtrail.com/tor330-tor-des-geants/
- TORX 2026 regulations — https://torxtrail.com/regulations/
- TORX 2026 event schedule — https://torxtrail.com/torx-2026-event-schedule/
- TOR330 2026 timetable and cut-offs (PDF) — https://torxtrail.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/TOR330-Timetable-2026.pdf
- TORX Live blog and webcams — https://live.torxtrail.com/
- Live ranking - TOR330 2026 — https://rankings.torxtrail.com/#/race/26TDGRACE
- TORX eXperience entry portal — https://experience.torxtrail.com/
- TORX 2025 wrap-up (records and finisher counts) — https://mag.torxtrail.com/2025/news/the-torx-with-kailas-2025-concludes-with-records-achievements-and-unforgettable-stories/
- TORX 2026 wrap-up (starters, finishers and records) — https://mag.torxtrail.com/2026/news/ten-days-that-last-a-lifetime-torx-with-kailas-2026-goes-down-in-history/
- Multiday Running event directory review scope: October 6, 2026.