The Challenges of Sainte Barbe
Road Running and Walking & Hiking covering 1 km to 40 km in Hénin-Beaumont (Hauts-de-France, France)
The Challenges of Sainte Barbe is an endurance sporting event in Hénin-Beaumont, Hauts-de-France, FR focused on Road Running, Walking & Hiking and Mountain Biking. Key features include City Run, Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including MTB 40 km (40 km, +1,520 m D+), MTB 20 km (20 km, +760 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Walking 6 km (6 km, +27 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Family Course (1 km, +4 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 6, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (facebook.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTB 40 km | Mountain Biking | 40 km | +1,520 m | 35 m - 673 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| MTB 20 km | Mountain Biking | 20 km | +760 m | 38 m - 357 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Road Running 10 km | Road Running | 10 km | +45 m | 41 m - 60 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 6 km | Walking & Hiking | 6 km | +27 m | 44 m - 55 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Road Running 5 km | Road Running | 5 km | +22 m | 47 m - 56 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Family Course | Road Running | 1 km | +4 m | 35 m - 37 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 35 m to 673 m above sea level (+1,520 m D+, -1,520 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 38 m to 357 m above sea level (+760 m D+, -760 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 41 m to 60 m above sea level (+45 m D+, -45 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 44 m to 55 m above sea level (+27 m D+, -27 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 47 m to 56 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 35 m to 37 m above sea level (+4 m D+, -4 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does The Challenges of Sainte Barbe take place?
The Challenges of Sainte Barbe takes place in Hénin-Beaumont, Hauts-de-France, FR (start area at coordinates 50.4021° N, 2.9798° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 6, 2026.
What races and distances are offered at The Challenges of Sainte Barbe?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including MTB 40 km (40 km, +1,520 m D+), MTB 20 km (20 km, +760 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Walking 6 km (6 km, +27 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Family Course (1 km, +4 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running, Walking & Hiking and Mountain Biking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Challenges of Sainte Barbe?
The main competition (MTB 40 km over 40 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,520 m of elevation gain and -1,520 m of elevation loss, ranging between 35 m and 673 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 The Challenges of Sainte Barbe?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (facebook.com).