Défi des Trolls

Trail Running covering 60 km to 90 km with up to 5,100 m D+ in Øvre Årdal (Vestland, Norway)

Location

Øvre Årdal, Vestland, NorwayShow on map(61.3089° N, 7.8028° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +5,100 m

Défi des Trolls is an endurance sporting event in Øvre Årdal, Vestland, NO focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 90 km (90 km, +5,100 m D+), and Trail 60 km (60 km, +4,100 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (raids-aventure.com).

Official website

Défi des Trolls in Øvre Årdal (Work: "Winter landscape on Lofoten, Norway", Photo: Christoph Strässler, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Winter landscape on Lofoten, Norway" · Photo: **Christoph Strässler** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Multi-Day Mountain High Altitude

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 90 km	Trail Running	90 km	+5,100 m	1,150 m - 3,292 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 60 km	Trail Running	60 km	+4,100 m	1,153 m - 2,875 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

90 km

Elevation gain

+5,100 m D+

Elevation loss

-5,100 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 3,292 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

11.3 % / 20.3 %

Course format

Loop course

90 km+5,100 m D+Peak 3,292 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,292 m above sea level (+5,100 m D+, -5,100 m D-)

Peak: 3,292 m·at 23.9 km·Ø 11.3 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Défi des Trolls take place?

Défi des Trolls takes place in Øvre Årdal, Vestland, NO (start area at coordinates 61.3089° N, 7.8028° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Défi des Trolls?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 90 km (90 km, +5,100 m D+), and Trail 60 km (60 km, +4,100 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Défi des Trolls?

The main competition (Trail 90 km over 90 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +5,100 m of elevation gain and -5,100 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,292 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Défi des Trolls?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (raids-aventure.com).