Obstacle Course Racing

Raid Saucona

Obstacle Course Racing covering 5 km to 40 km in Neuville-sur-Saône (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationNeuville-sur-Saône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.8762° N, 4.8410° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +180 m

Raid Saucona is an endurance sporting event in Neuville-sur-Saône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Obstacle Course Racing. Key features include Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Relay.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Raid Sportif (40 km, +180 m D+), Raid jeunes et découverte (20 km, +90 m D+), and Rando Raid Famille (5 km, +22 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 (raid-saucona.fr).

Official website
Raid Saucona in Neuville-sur-Saône (Work: "Mud race 121027-M-XO797-260", Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Mud race 121027-M-XO797-260" · Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Lakes & PondsNature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesRelayMountainForest

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Raid SportifObstacle Course Racing40 km+180 m202 m - 278 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Raid jeunes et découverteObstacle Course Racing20 km+90 m205 m - 243 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Rando Raid FamilleObstacle Course Racing5 km+22 m208 m - 217 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
40 km
Elevation gain
+180 m D+
Elevation loss
-180 m D-
Altitude range
202 m - 278 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
40 km+180 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520253035FS45.8762° N, 4.8410° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 202 m to 278 m above sea level (+180 m D+, -180 m D-)

Peak: 278 m·at 25 km·Ø 0.9 %
202 m227 m253 m278 m0 km8 km16 km24 km32 km40 km278 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Raid Saucona take place?

Raid Saucona takes place in Neuville-sur-Saône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.8762° N, 4.841° 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 Raid Saucona?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Raid Sportif (40 km, +180 m D+), Raid jeunes et découverte (20 km, +90 m D+), and Rando Raid Famille (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Obstacle Course Racing.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Raid Saucona?

The main competition (Raid Sportif over 40 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +180 m of elevation gain and -180 m of elevation loss, ranging between 202 m and 278 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 Raid Saucona?

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