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The Ruhannaise

Mountain Biking and Trail Running covering 1 km to 37 km with up to 800 m D+ in Ruhans (Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France)

LocationRuhans, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FranceShow on map(47.4588° N, 6.1353° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,406 m

The Ruhannaise is an endurance sporting event in Ruhans, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR focused on Mountain Biking, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including THE DEER (37 km, +1,406 m D+), Le Cerf (25 km, +800 m D+), THE DOE (12 km, +400 m D+), THE ROE DEER (11 km, +418 m D+), THE FAWN (5 km, +22 m D+), and Le Faon / Trail (5 km, +190 m D+) (7 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 (laruhannaise.fr).

Official website
The Ruhannaise in Ruhans (Work: "Desafío San Esteban 5ta Edición Largada Máster B", Photo: Joseromerag, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Desafío San Esteban 5ta Edición Largada Máster B" · Photo: Joseromerag · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadMountainKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (7)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
THE DEERMountain Biking37 km+1,406 m301 m - 892 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le CerfTrail Running25 km+800 m304 m - 640 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THE DOETrail Running12 km+400 m307 m - 475 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THE ROE DEERMountain Biking11 km+418 m310 m - 486 mLoop courseRoute & profile
THE FAWNWalking & Hiking5 km+22 m313 m - 322 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Faon / TrailTrail Running5 km+190 m301 m - 381 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La kidsTrail Running1 km+38 m304 m - 320 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
37 km
Elevation gain
+1,406 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,406 m D-
Altitude range
301 m - 892 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
37 km+1,406 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520253035FS47.4588° N, 6.1354° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 301 m to 892 m above sea level (+1,406 m D+, -1,406 m D-)

Peak: 892 m·at 25.7 km·Ø 7.6 %
301 m498 m695 m892 m0 km7.4 km14.8 km22.2 km29.6 km37 km892 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Ruhannaise take place?

The Ruhannaise takes place in Ruhans, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR (start area at coordinates 47.4588° N, 6.1353° 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 Ruhannaise?

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including THE DEER (37 km, +1,406 m D+), Le Cerf (25 km, +800 m D+), THE DOE (12 km, +400 m D+), THE ROE DEER (11 km, +418 m D+), THE FAWN (5 km, +22 m D+), and Le Faon / Trail (5 km, +190 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Mountain Biking, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Ruhannaise?

The main competition (THE DEER over 37 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,406 m of elevation gain and -1,406 m of elevation loss, ranging between 301 m and 892 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 Ruhannaise?

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