Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Héroes contra Duchenne

Trail Running covering 12.5 km to 84 km with up to 3,580 m D+ in Almería (Andalusia, Spain)

LocationAlmería, Andalusia, SpainShow on map(36.8340° N, 2.4637° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,580 m

Héroes contra Duchenne is an endurance sporting event in Almería, Andalusia, ES focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Forest, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including ULTRA - UTHCD (84 km, +3,580 m D+), MARATÓN - MHCD (54.1 km, +2,420 m D+), TRAIL - THCD (28 km, +1,240 m D+), and MINI TRAIL - MTHCD (12.5 km, +475 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 (uthcd.org).

Official website
Héroes contra Duchenne in Almería (Work: "El camino - Flickr - p v a l d i v i e s o", Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"El camino - Flickr - p v a l d i v i e s o" · Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainForestHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
ULTRA - UTHCDTrail Running84 km+3,580 m2 m - 1,506 mLoop courseRoute & profile
MARATÓN - MHCDTrail Running54.1 km+2,420 m5 m - 1,021 mLoop courseRoute & profile
TRAIL - THCDTrail Running28 km+1,240 m8 m - 529 mLoop courseRoute & profile
MINI TRAIL - MTHCDTrail Running12.5 km+475 m11 m - 211 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
84 km
Elevation gain
+3,580 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,580 m D-
Altitude range
2 m - 1,506 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.5 % / 15.3 %
Course format
Loop course
84 km+3,580 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS36.8341° N, 2.4637° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 1,506 m above sea level (+3,580 m D+, -3,580 m D-)

Peak: 1,506 m·at 27.6 km·Ø 8.5 %
2 m503 m1,005 m1,506 m0 km16.8 km33.6 km50.4 km67.2 km84 km1,506 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Héroes contra Duchenne take place?

Héroes contra Duchenne takes place in Almería, Andalusia, ES (start area at coordinates 36.834° N, 2.4637° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Héroes contra Duchenne?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including ULTRA - UTHCD (84 km, +3,580 m D+), MARATÓN - MHCD (54.1 km, +2,420 m D+), TRAIL - THCD (28 km, +1,240 m D+), and MINI TRAIL - MTHCD (12.5 km, +475 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Héroes contra Duchenne?

The main competition (ULTRA - UTHCD over 84 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,580 m of elevation gain and -3,580 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 1,506 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 Héroes contra Duchenne?

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