About This Race
The 47K distance serves as the perfect middle-ground option for runners seeking a substantial challenge without committing to the ultra distances, offering approximately 1,500 meters of elevation gain through Alsace's vineyard-dotted hills and medieval villages. This distance attracts experienced trail runners looking to test their endurance against technical terrain while still maintaining a manageable time commitment, typically finishing within the daylight hours. Runners will experience the full character of Alsatian trail running—from steep vineyard ascents to forest singletrack—while having the mental freedom to push their pace without the conservative pacing demands required for the longer ultra distances.
Notable Features
The race takes runners through a landscape rich with castles and vineyards, offering a distinctive cultural trail running experience in the historic Alsace region. As part of the UTMB World Series, finishers earn Running Stones that count toward qualification for the flagship UTMB races in Chamonix, making this both a destination race and a stepping stone in the global ultra-trail community.