Course du Mandement.
Gamaret 10 is the shortest course at the Course du Mandement in Satigny, and it still asks for work straight away: the path climbs for a full kilometre from the start. After that it is ten kilometres through the vineyards of the Geneva countryside, and they turn fast if you run the first climb calmly and keep something for the second.
Course du Mandement 2027: Course, Elevation & Route Profile
The loop opens with its steepest stretch: right after the start you gain a little over 60 metres in one kilometre, with peaks around eleven percent. The path then stays at about 500 metres for roughly a kilometre before giving nearly all of it back by kilometre four. A short rise around kilometre 4.5 interrupts the fall, which only ends at the lowest point of the course at kilometre 6.8.
From there the race builds again. Two climbs follow each other almost without a break and lift you about 60 metres by kilometre 8.3, never steeper than just under seven percent. That is gentler than the opening, but you meet it with seven kilometres in your legs. The course then drops back to its starting point, with one last small rise along the way.
The race runs through the vineyards around Satigny, partly on natural paths. At this length Gamaret 10 is the way into an event that also includes the longer trails, walks and children's races.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| km 0.1 | 1 km | 6.1 % | 11 % | +61 m | — |
| km 4.3 | 0.4 km | 3.9 % | 4.6 % | +17 m | — |
| km 6.8 | 0.9 km | 4.7 % | 6.7 % | +41 m | — |
| km 7.9 | 0.4 km | 4.5 % | 6.7 % | +18 m | — |
Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Course du Mandement.
Start under control
Fresh legs and a climb right after the start are the trap of this race. Run the first kilometre clearly below the effort you have planned for the ten: any seconds you gain there come back as a high pulse on the way down.
Hold your rhythm
Between kilometre two and 6.8 the course falls overall, and this is where your pace comes from. Let your legs run without braking, and take the short rise around kilometre 4.5 without pressing, because it does not repay the effort.
Spend what is left
The race is decided between kilometres 6.8 and 8.3. If you can hold your effort here, the rest is easy: from the top the course falls almost to the finish, and you can spend whatever is left. So enter this section feeling that you could still go harder.
Training plan for Course du Mandement: 12-week build
Build the base
Expect roughly 50 to 80 minutes depending on your form. That makes this a brisk sustained run with two hard phases: a climb that can pull you into the red straight off the start line, and a longer build shortly before kilometre seven, which arrives when your legs are already tired.
Train race pace
The second phase sets your time, so train exactly that. Hill intervals of four to six minutes on gradients around five percent mirror the section well. You get closer still with a tempo run that leads into such a climb after 30 minutes, because then the fatigue is right.
Rehearse the course
About 40 percent of the course runs downhill, and at this distance that is where time can be won. Build brisk downhill stretches on natural paths into your runs so you can roll loosely without braking steps. Your thighs also get used to the long section down to kilometre 6.8 that way.
Arrive fresh
Practise the start as well: the climb begins after about 100 metres, so it only goes well with a thorough warm-up, and you should test yours before hard sessions. The race falls in August, which puts the sharpest weeks of your preparation in high summer. Move your intervals to the cooler hours of the day so their quality does not suffer.
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Everything about Course du Mandement.
How long is Course du Mandement?
Course du Mandement is 10 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Course du Mandement have?
Course du Mandement has around 173 m of elevation gain over 10 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Course du Mandement?
Course du Mandement is classified as Rolling, averaging 17.1 vertical metres per kilometre. 19% of the route is flat, 37% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 3% is steeper than 6%.
What climbs does Course du Mandement have?
The hardest climb of Course du Mandement starts at kilometre 0.1, runs for 1 km at an average of 6.1% and gains 61 metres. 4 climbs are mapped in total.
Is Course du Mandement a loop course?
Yes, Course du Mandement is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Course du Mandement course?
Yes. The Course du Mandement course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Course du Mandement?
Preparation for Course du Mandement should account for 10 km, 173 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Course du Mandement?
The pacing strategy for Course du Mandement should reflect 10 km, 173 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Course du Mandement take place?
Course du Mandement takes place on August 21, 2027.
Where does Course du Mandement take place?
Course du Mandement takes place in Satigny, Switzerland.
Which distances does Course du Mandement offer?
Course du Mandement offers 4 distances — Gamaret 10: 10 km; Viognier 21: 21.1 km (Half marathon); Merlot 30: 30 km; Marathon 42: 42.2 km.
