Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Houffa Trail

Trail Running covering 10 km to 53 km with up to 1,790 m D+ in Houffalize (Wallonia, Belgium)

LocationHouffalize, Wallonia, BelgiumShow on map(50.1324° N, 5.7908° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,790 m

Houffa Trail is an endurance sporting event in Houffalize, Wallonia, BE focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 53 km (53 km, +1,790 m D+), Trail 23 km (23 km, +830 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +608 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +380 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 (passionforsports.eu).

Official website
Houffa Trail in Houffalize (Work: "Frahan JPG01", Photo: Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, License: CC BY-SA 2.5, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Frahan JPG01" · Photo: Jean-Pol GRANDMONT · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.5
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 53 kmTrail Running53 km+1,790 m1,150 m - 1,902 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 23 kmTrail Running23 km+830 m1,153 m - 1,502 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 16 kmTrail Running16 km+608 m1,156 m - 1,411 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+380 m1,159 m - 1,319 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
53 km
Elevation gain
+1,790 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,790 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 1,902 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
6.8 % / 12.2 %
Course format
Loop course
53 km+1,790 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS50.1325° N, 5.7908° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,902 m above sea level (+1,790 m D+, -1,790 m D-)

Peak: 1,902 m·at 35.6 km·Ø 6.8 %
1,150 m1,401 m1,651 m1,902 m0 km10.6 km21.2 km31.8 km42.4 km53 km1,902 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Houffa Trail take place?

Houffa Trail takes place in Houffalize, Wallonia, BE (start area at coordinates 50.1324° N, 5.7908° 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 Houffa Trail?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 53 km (53 km, +1,790 m D+), Trail 23 km (23 km, +830 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +608 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +380 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Houffa Trail?

The main competition (Trail 53 km over 53 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,790 m of elevation gain and -1,790 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 1,902 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 Houffa Trail?

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