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Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge

Fast Hiking covering 9 km to 15 km with up to 900 m D+ in Roquevaire (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

LocationRoquevaire, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FranceShow on map(43.3495° N, 5.6047° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +900 m

Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Roquevaire, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Fast Hiking. It is part of FFRandonnée. Key features include High Altitude, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Seaside & Coast.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Fast hiking 15 km (15 km, +900 m D+), Fast hiking 9 km (9 km, +450 m D+), and The Marseillais 12h00 (12 h, +380 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 (bouches-du-rhone.ffrandonnee.fr).

Official website
Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge in Roquevaire (Work: "Trekking trail of Netravati peak from the summit (Zoomed in)", Photo: iMahesh, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Trekking trail of Netravati peak from the summit (Zoomed in)" · Photo: iMahesh · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

High AltitudeMountainNature & Off-RoadSeaside & CoastUntimedTimed Run

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Fast hiking 15 kmFast Hiking15 km+900 m160 m - 614 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Fast hiking 9 kmFast Hiking9 km+450 m160 m - 474 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The Marseillais 12h00Fast Hiking12 h+380 m166 m - 250 mMulti-lap courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
15 km
Elevation gain
+900 m D+
Elevation loss
-900 m D-
Altitude range
160 m - 614 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
12 % / 35 %
Course format
Loop course
15 km+900 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N2468101214FS43.3487° N, 5.5990° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 160 m to 614 m above sea level (+900 m D+, -900 m D-)

Peak: 614 m·at 4.8 km·Ø 12 %
160 m311 m463 m614 m0 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km614 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge take place?

Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge takes place in Roquevaire, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 43.3495° N, 5.6047° 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 Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Fast hiking 15 km (15 km, +900 m D+), Fast hiking 9 km (9 km, +450 m D+), and The Marseillais 12h00 (12 h, +380 m D+). The competitions belong to Fast Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge?

The main competition (Fast hiking 15 km over 15 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +900 m of elevation gain and -900 m of elevation loss, ranging between 160 m and 614 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 Open Fast Hiking The Marseillais Challenge?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bouches-du-rhone.ffrandonnee.fr).