Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Trail du Pays Welche

Trail Running covering 10 km to 50 km with up to 2,113 m D+ in Orbey (Grand Est, France)

LocationOrbey, Grand Est, FranceShow on map(48.1016° N, 7.1597° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,113 m

Trail du Pays Welche is an endurance sporting event in Orbey, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude, Relay.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail du Pays Welche (50 km, +2,113 m D+), Le Relais du Welche (50 km, +1,900 m D+), Les Balcons d'Orbey (26 km, +1,088 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +440 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 (traildupayswelche.org).

Official website
Trail du Pays Welche in Orbey (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

Nature & Off-RoadMountainHigh AltitudeRelay

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail du Pays WelcheTrail Running50 km+2,113 m190 m - 1,077 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Relais du WelcheTrail Running50 km+1,900 m193 m - 991 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Les Balcons d'OrbeyTrail Running26 km+1,088 m196 m - 653 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+440 m199 m - 384 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
50 km
Elevation gain
+2,113 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,113 m D-
Altitude range
190 m - 1,077 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.5 % / 15.3 %
Course format
Loop course
50 km+2,113 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS48.1016° N, 7.1597° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 190 m to 1,077 m above sea level (+2,113 m D+, -2,113 m D-)

Peak: 1,077 m·at 33.2 km·Ø 8.5 %
190 m486 m781 m1,077 m0 km10 km20 km30 km40 km50 km1,077 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail du Pays Welche take place?

Trail du Pays Welche takes place in Orbey, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 48.1016° N, 7.1597° 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 Trail du Pays Welche?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail du Pays Welche (50 km, +2,113 m D+), Le Relais du Welche (50 km, +1,900 m D+), Les Balcons d'Orbey (26 km, +1,088 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +440 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail du Pays Welche?

The main competition (Trail du Pays Welche over 50 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,113 m of elevation gain and -2,113 m of elevation loss, ranging between 190 m and 1,077 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 Trail du Pays Welche?

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