Plague Challenge

Trail Running covering 74 km to 103 km in Raon-l'Étape (Grand Est, France)

Location

Raon-l'Étape, Grand Est, FranceShow on map(48.4041° N, 6.8386° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +3,914 m

Plague Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Raon-l'Étape, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including PESTIF’HARD (103 km, +3,914 m D+), PESTIF' MIX (79 km, +3,002 m D+), and PESTIF’ (74 km, +2,812 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 (couriraraon.fr).

Official website

Plague Challenge in Raon-l'Étape (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

Mountain Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
PESTIF’HARD	Trail Running	103 km	+3,914 m	308 m - 1,952 m	Loop course	Route & profile
PESTIF' MIX	Trail Running	79 km	+3,002 m	311 m - 1,572 m	Loop course	Route & profile
PESTIF’	Trail Running	74 km	+2,812 m	314 m - 1,495 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

103 km

Elevation gain

+3,914 m D+

Elevation loss

-3,914 m D-

Altitude range

308 m - 1,952 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

7.6 % / 13.7 %

Course format

Loop course

103 km+3,914 m D+Peak 1,952 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 308 m to 1,952 m above sea level (+3,914 m D+, -3,914 m D-)

Peak: 1,952 m·at 67.5 km·Ø 7.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Plague Challenge take place?

Plague Challenge takes place in Raon-l'Étape, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 48.4041° N, 6.8386° 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 Plague Challenge?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including PESTIF’HARD (103 km, +3,914 m D+), PESTIF' MIX (79 km, +3,002 m D+), and PESTIF’ (74 km, +2,812 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Plague Challenge?

The main competition (PESTIF’HARD over 103 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,914 m of elevation gain and -3,914 m of elevation loss, ranging between 308 m and 1,952 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 Plague Challenge?

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