Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

La Chouffe Trail

Trail Running covering 8 km to 68 km with up to 2,140 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 +2,140 m

La Chouffe 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, Night Run, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Trail 68 km (68 km, +2,140 m D+), Trail 47 km (47 km, +1,490 m D+), Trail 36 km (36 km, +1,010 m D+), Trail 28 km (28 km, +920 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +750 m D+), and Trail 17 km (17 km, +610 m D+) (10 competitions in total). 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
La Chouffe Trail in Houffalize (Work: "Malta - Sliema - Tigné Point - outer trail 05 ies", Photo: Frank Vincentz, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Malta - Sliema - Tigné Point - outer trail 05 ies" · Photo: Frank Vincentz · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestNight RunMulti-DayMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (10)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 68 kmTrail Running68 km+2,140 m1,150 m - 2,049 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 47 kmTrail Running47 km+1,490 m1,153 m - 1,779 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 36 kmTrail Running36 km+1,010 m1,156 m - 1,580 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 28 kmTrail Running28 km+920 m1,159 m - 1,545 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+750 m1,162 m - 1,477 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 17 kmTrail Running17 km+610 m1,150 m - 1,406 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 16 kmTrail Running16 km+608 m1,153 m - 1,408 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 14 kmTrail Running14 km+532 m1,156 m - 1,379 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+260 m1,159 m - 1,268 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 8 kmTrail Running8 km+304 m1,162 m - 1,290 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
68 km
Elevation gain
+2,140 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,140 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,049 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
6.3 % / 11.3 %
Course format
Loop course
68 km+2,140 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N102030405060FS50.1325° N, 5.7908° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,049 m above sea level (+2,140 m D+, -2,140 m D-)

Peak: 2,049 m·at 35.6 km·Ø 6.3 %
1,150 m1,450 m1,749 m2,049 m0 km13.6 km27.2 km40.8 km54.4 km68 km2,049 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does La Chouffe Trail take place?

La Chouffe 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 La Chouffe Trail?

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Trail 68 km (68 km, +2,140 m D+), Trail 47 km (47 km, +1,490 m D+), Trail 36 km (36 km, +1,010 m D+), Trail 28 km (28 km, +920 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +750 m D+), and Trail 17 km (17 km, +610 m D+) (10 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for La Chouffe Trail?

The main competition (Trail 68 km over 68 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,140 m of elevation gain and -2,140 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,049 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 La Chouffe Trail?

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