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Trails du Val d'Argent

Trail Running covering 5 km to 43.5 km with up to 2,000 m D+ in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines (Grand Est, France)

LocationSainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Grand Est, FranceShow on map(48.2459° N, 7.1823° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,000 m

Trails du Val d'Argent is an endurance sporting event in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Le Trail du Val d'Argent (43.5 km, +2,000 m D+), La Brézou'hard (23.2 km, +950 m D+), La Ronde des Mines (11 km, +545 m D+), and Le Tour de l'Horloge (5 km, +210 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 (trailduvaldargent.fr).

Official website
Trails du Val d'Argent in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines (Work: "Spitzkoepfe", Photo: Nicolas Torquet, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Spitzkoepfe" · Photo: Nicolas Torquet · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesMountainHigh AltitudeForest

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Le Trail du Val d'ArgentTrail Running43.5 km+2,000 m190 m - 1,030 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Brézou'hardTrail Running23.2 km+950 m193 m - 592 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Ronde des MinesTrail Running11 km+545 m196 m - 425 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Tour de l'HorlogeTrail Running5 km+210 m199 m - 287 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
43.5 km
Elevation gain
+2,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,000 m D-
Altitude range
190 m - 1,030 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
9.2 % / 16.6 %
Course format
Loop course
43.5 km+2,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS48.2459° N, 7.1823° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 190 m to 1,030 m above sea level (+2,000 m D+, -2,000 m D-)

Peak: 1,030 m·at 15.7 km·Ø 9.2 %
190 m470 m750 m1,030 m0 km8.7 km17.4 km26.1 km34.8 km43.5 km1,030 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trails du Val d'Argent take place?

Trails du Val d'Argent takes place in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 48.2459° N, 7.1823° 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 Trails du Val d'Argent?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Le Trail du Val d'Argent (43.5 km, +2,000 m D+), La Brézou'hard (23.2 km, +950 m D+), La Ronde des Mines (11 km, +545 m D+), and Le Tour de l'Horloge (5 km, +210 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trails du Val d'Argent?

The main competition (Le Trail du Val d'Argent over 43.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,000 m of elevation gain and -2,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 190 m and 1,030 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 Trails du Val d'Argent?

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