Trail RunningNordic Walking

The Doubs Run

Trail Running and Nordic Walking covering 500 m to 21 km with up to 846 m D+ in Les Brenets (Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland)

LocationLes Brenets, Canton of Neuchâtel, SwitzerlandShow on map(47.0677° N, 6.7048° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +846 m

The Doubs Run is an endurance sporting event in Les Brenets, Canton of Neuchâtel, CH focused on Trail Running and Nordic Walking. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including La Maxi Doubs (21 km, +846 m D+), Nordic Walking 21 km (21 km, +846 m D+), Nordic Walking 11 km (11 km, +460 m D+), La Mini Doubs (11 km, +460 m D+), La Micro Doubs (6 km, +250 m D+), and Cadets - ettes A et B (3 km, +114 m D+) (9 competitions in total). 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 (cross-club.ch).

Official website
The Doubs Run in Les Brenets (Work: "Lake Geneva from Lavaux", Photo: Zacharie Grossen, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Lake Geneva from Lavaux" · Photo: Zacharie Grossen · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (9)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
La Maxi DoubsTrail Running21 km+846 m718 m - 1,208 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic Walking 21 kmNordic Walking21 km+846 m718 m - 1,208 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic Walking 11 kmNordic Walking11 km+460 m756 m - 1,129 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Mini DoubsTrail Running11 km+460 m756 m - 1,129 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La Micro DoubsTrail Running6 km+250 m755 m - 944 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Cadets - ettes A et BTrail Running3 km+114 m755 m - 803 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Ecoliers - ères ATrail Running2 km+76 m758 m - 790 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Ecoliers - ères C et BTrail Running1 km+38 m761 m - 777 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Pousse CaillouxTrail Running500 m+19 m764 m - 772 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
21 km
Elevation gain
+846 m D+
Elevation loss
-846 m D-
Altitude range
718 m - 1,208 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.1 % / 35 %
Course format
Loop course
21 km+846 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520FS47.0646° N, 6.7032° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 718 m to 1,208 m above sea level (+846 m D+, -846 m D-)

Peak: 1,208 m·at 11.7 km·Ø 8.1 %
718 m881 m1,045 m1,208 m0 km4.2 km8.4 km12.6 km16.8 km21 km1,208 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Doubs Run take place?

The Doubs Run takes place in Les Brenets, Canton of Neuchâtel, CH (start area at coordinates 47.0677° N, 6.7048° 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 Doubs Run?

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including La Maxi Doubs (21 km, +846 m D+), Nordic Walking 21 km (21 km, +846 m D+), Nordic Walking 11 km (11 km, +460 m D+), La Mini Doubs (11 km, +460 m D+), La Micro Doubs (6 km, +250 m D+), and Cadets - ettes A et B (3 km, +114 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Nordic Walking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Doubs Run?

The main competition (La Maxi Doubs over 21 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +846 m of elevation gain and -846 m of elevation loss, ranging between 718 m and 1,208 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for The Doubs Run?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cross-club.ch).