Course de Côte du Mont-Dore / Chambon-sur-Lac
The legendary hill climb in the heart of the Sancy massif
About Course de Côte du Mont-Dore
Course de Côte du Mont-Dore: over 60 years of automotive passion
In 1960, taking advantage of the opening of a new road connecting the Moneaux locality to the Col de la Croix Saint-Robert in the Sancy massif, Doctor Yves Auriacombe proposed to Pierre About of the L'Équipe newspaper to launch a new hill climb. The first edition was held in 1961, won by José Rosinski, and marked the beginning of a sporting adventure that has lasted for over sixty years.
A spectacular mountain course
The Course de Côte du Mont-Dore / Chambon-sur-Lac course uses the departmental road between Moneaux and the Col de la Croix Saint-Robert, offering drivers and spectators a magnificent natural setting. The tight turns, significant elevation changes, and breathtaking landscapes of the Sancy massif make this event one of the most spectacular in the French mountain championship.
High-level organization
The organization of the race has evolved over the decades. The ASA Club d'Auvergne organized the competition from 1961 to 1974, before ASA Mont-Dore took over from 1975 onwards. For several years, ASA Mont-Dore has been collaborating with PHA (Philibert Michy) and the Massif du Sancy to offer a national-scale event, listed on the calendar of the Fédération Française du Sport Automobile (FFSA) and the CFM Challenge.
Three days of competition
The race takes place over three days in August:
- Friday: technical and administrative checks, free practice
- Saturday: timed practice and first race climbs
- Sunday: final race climbs and award ceremony
The event also hosts a Historic Competition Vehicles (VHC) section, allowing classic cars to relive the golden age of hill climbing.
A popular event in the Sancy
The Course de Côte du Mont-Dore attracts thousands of spectators each year who gather along the course to admire the drivers' climbs. The event contributes to the tourist appeal of the Sancy massif and the spa town of Le Mont-Dore, in a Puy-de-Dôme department rich in natural and volcanic heritage.
Course de Côte du Mont-Dore — edition 2026
66th edition - August 7 to 9, 2026
The Course de Côte du Mont-Dore / Chambon-sur-Lac returns for its 66th edition from August 7 to 9, 2026. For the 66th time, thousands of motorsport enthusiasts will gather in the heart of the Sancy massif.
The program and ticketing will be announced on the official website in spring 2026.
Highlights Course de Côte du Mont-Dore 2026
Key points for 2026
- Dates: August 7 to 9, 2026
- 66th edition
- Event listed on the FFSA and CFM Challenge calendars
Prices Course de Côte du Mont-Dore 2026
Practical information — Course de Côte du Mont-Dore
Practical information
Access
By car: Le Mont-Dore is accessible from Clermont-Ferrand (about 50 km) via the A75 then the D996. Chambon-sur-Lac is located a few kilometers east of Le Mont-Dore via the D996.
By bus: Bus lines connect Clermont-Ferrand to Le Mont-Dore. Shuttles may be provided during the event.
Spectators
Access to spectator areas is subject to strict prefectural orders. Dedicated areas are set up along the course. It is imperative to follow the safety instructions given by the race marshals.
Ticketing
Spectator access is subject to a fee. Tickets are available on the official race website.
Contact
ASA Mont-Dore
Official website: www.coursedecote-montdore.com
Email: [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Course de Côte du Mont-Dore
Route de Moneaux au Col de la Croix Saint-Robert
Moneaux - Col de la Croix Saint-Robert, 63240 Le Mont-Dore