Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition

Trail Running covering 16 km to 164 km with up to 6,850 m D+ in Ovifat (Wallonia, Belgium)

LocationOvifat, Wallonia, BelgiumShow on map(50.4665° N, 6.1067° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +6,850 m

Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition is an endurance sporting event in Ovifat, Wallonia, BE focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Castles, Lakes & Ponds, Forest, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including GT160 (164 km, +6,850 m D+), GT85 (83 km, +3,480 m D+), GT42 (43 km, +1,820 m D+), GT20² en nocturne (21 km, +890 m D+), and GT16 (16 km, +770 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 (grandtrail.be).

Official website
Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition in Ovifat (Work: "Park of the Château de Chenonceau (5)", Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Park of the Château de Chenonceau (5)" · Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

CastlesLakes & PondsForestNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
GT160Trail Running164 km+6,850 m1,150 m - 4,027 mLoop courseRoute & profile
GT85Trail Running83 km+3,480 m1,153 m - 2,615 mLoop courseRoute & profile
GT42Trail Running43 km+1,820 m1,156 m - 1,920 mLoop courseRoute & profile
GT20² en nocturneTrail Running21 km+890 m1,159 m - 1,533 mLoop courseRoute & profile
GT16Trail Running16 km+770 m1,162 m - 1,485 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
164 km
Elevation gain
+6,850 m D+
Elevation loss
-6,850 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 4,027 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.4 % / 15.1 %
Course format
Loop course
164 km+6,850 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS50.4665° N, 6.1067° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 4,027 m above sea level (+6,850 m D+, -6,850 m D-)

Peak: 4,027 m·at 61.5 km·Ø 8.4 %
1,150 m2,109 m3,068 m4,027 m0 km32.8 km65.6 km98.4 km131.2 km164 km4,027 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition take place?

Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition takes place in Ovifat, Wallonia, BE (start area at coordinates 50.4665° N, 6.1067° 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 Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including GT160 (164 km, +6,850 m D+), GT85 (83 km, +3,480 m D+), GT42 (43 km, +1,820 m D+), GT20² en nocturne (21 km, +890 m D+), and GT16 (16 km, +770 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition?

The main competition (GT160 over 164 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,850 m of elevation gain and -6,850 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 4,027 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 Grand Trail Des Lacs Et Châteaux - Summer Edition?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (grandtrail.be).