Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Les Crêtes Vosgiennes

Trail Running covering 18 km to 50 km with up to 1,800 m D+ in Orbey (Grand Est, France)

LocationOrbey, Grand Est, FranceShow on map(48.1016° N, 7.1597° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition1976
Elevation gainUp to +1,800 m

Les Crêtes Vosgiennes is an endurance sporting event in Orbey, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 1976, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Forest, Lakes & Ponds.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 50 km (50 km, +1,800 m D+), Trail 33 km (33 km, +1,220 m D+), Relais des crêtes (33 km, +1,220 m D+), and Le Tour des Lacs (18 km, +600 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 (cretesvosgiennes.com).

Official website
Les Crêtes Vosgiennes in Orbey (Work: "Spitzkoepfe", Photo: Nicolas Torquet, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Spitzkoepfe" · Photo: Nicolas Torquet · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainForestLakes & PondsRelay

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+1,800 m190 m - 946 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 33 kmTrail Running33 km+1,220 m193 m - 705 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Relais des crêtesTrail Running33 km+1,220 m196 m - 708 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Tour des LacsTrail Running18 km+600 m199 m - 451 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
50 km
Elevation gain
+1,800 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,800 m D-
Altitude range
190 m - 946 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.2 % / 13 %
Course format
Loop course
50 km+1,800 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS48.1016° N, 7.1597° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 190 m to 946 m above sea level (+1,800 m D+, -1,800 m D-)

Peak: 946 m·at 17.9 km·Ø 7.2 %
190 m442 m694 m946 m0 km10 km20 km30 km40 km50 km946 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Les Crêtes Vosgiennes take place?

Les Crêtes Vosgiennes takes place in Orbey, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 48.1016° N, 7.1597° 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 Les Crêtes Vosgiennes?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 50 km (50 km, +1,800 m D+), Trail 33 km (33 km, +1,220 m D+), Relais des crêtes (33 km, +1,220 m D+), and Le Tour des Lacs (18 km, +600 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Les Crêtes Vosgiennes?

The main competition (Trail 50 km over 50 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,800 m of elevation gain and -1,800 m of elevation loss, ranging between 190 m and 946 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 Les Crêtes Vosgiennes?

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