The Darou Chase

Trail Running covering 7 km to 8.7 km with up to 375 m D+ in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges (Grand Est, France)

Location

Saint-Dié-des-Vosges, Grand Est, FranceShow on map(48.2875° N, 6.9478° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +375 m

The Darou Chase is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Festive, Nature & Off-Road, Forest.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Darou Run & Beer (8.7 km, +350 m D+), and Sudden Death of Darou (7 km, +375 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 (lestrailsdudarou.fr).

Official website

The Darou Chase in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges (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

Festive Nature & Off-Road Forest

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Darou Run & Beer	Trail Running	8.7 km	+350 m	308 m - 455 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Sudden Death of Darou	Trail Running	7 km	+375 m	311 m - 469 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

8.7 km

Elevation gain

+350 m D+

Elevation loss

-350 m D-

Altitude range

308 m - 455 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

8 % / 14.4 %

Course format

Loop course

8.7 km+350 m D+Peak 455 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 308 m to 455 m above sea level (+350 m D+, -350 m D-)

Peak: 455 m·at 3.1 km·Ø 8 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Darou Chase take place?

The Darou Chase takes place in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 48.2875° N, 6.9478° 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 The Darou Chase?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Darou Run & Beer (8.7 km, +350 m D+), and Sudden Death of Darou (7 km, +375 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Darou Chase?

The main competition (Darou Run & Beer over 8.7 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +350 m of elevation gain and -350 m of elevation loss, ranging between 308 m and 455 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 Darou Chase?

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