Saturday 20 march 2027 from 09:00 to 18:00

Le Grand Derby de Balme

  • Sports and leisure
  • Competitive sport
  • Ski
  • Winter sports
  • Downhill skiing
Massif de Balme, 74220 La Clusaz

Description

The legendary Derby de Balme is back, and it's reinvented with a more collective and freeride format! In teams of 2, in a festive and friendly atmosphere, snow sports enthusiasts will take to the mythical slopes of the Balme massif!
The legendary Balme Derby is thus being reinvented, with a more team-oriented and freeride-focused format, staying true to the spirit of the Grands Raids. Organized by two associations, Les Pisteurs de La Clusaz and Les Cerveaux Pleins d’Eau, they are offering a new take on this legendary event. 2026 INFORMATION—UPDATED WITH 2027 SCHEDULES, CONDITIONS, AND PRICES COMING SOON All-discipline derby (skis, monoskis, snowboards, telemark, etc.) 2 qualifying runs per team Mass start final featuring the top 10 teams (i.e., the top 20 riders) 2 registration categories: • Standard (2 skiers per team): €100 • Sponsored teams (2 skiers per team representing a company): €250 All day long, visit the event village at the base of the Balme gondola, featuring a refreshment stand, a giant tartiflette, and a concert! 7:30–8:30 a.m.: Race bib pickup 8:30–9:15 a.m.: Ascent to the summit of Torchère 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM: Safety Briefing 10:00 AM: First Special Stage 12:00 PM: Second Special Stage 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Snack Break 2:00 PM: Announcement of Finalists 3:00 PM: Mass Start 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Live Concert 5:00 PM: Awards Ceremony Evening event at a partner bar Registration: link coming soon More info: legrandderbydebalme@gmail.com

Opening times

On 20 March 2027
  • 09:00 at 18:00

Location

Le Grand Derby de Balme
Massif de Balme, 74220 La Clusaz

Plan interactif : 1 lieux répertoriés.

  • Lieu sans nom

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French
Updated on 29 September 2026 at 09:58
by Office de Tourisme de La Clusaz
(Offer identifier : 5156994)
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