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Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB®
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When?
Friday May 17th to Sunday 20th 2024
Where?
Barr to Orschwiller, France.
Distance
34-171km / 21-106mi
Elevation Gain
1,300-6,300km / 808-3,915mi
Mountain Index
36-40km / 22-25mi
About
the Race
Experience the diverse beauty of Alsace through four distinct trail races.
The 20K race
It starts in Barr, the wine capital of Alsace. It takes runners through picturesque landscapes, including the historic Landsberg castle, the Abbey of Hohenbourg, and a magical forest with hidden castles, ending on the historic ramparts of Obernai.
The 50K race
It also begins in Barr, leading runners through lush forests, seven castles, and panoramic views from the Bloss and Mont Sainte-Odile, finishing in Obernai.
The 100K race
Starts in Orschwiller, transitioning from wine paths to the fortified town of Saint-Hippolyte, passing through about twenty castles, and following a scenic route similar to the 50K through Mont Sainte-Odile and Rosheim, concluding in Obernai.
The epic 100-mile race
Kicks off in Colmar, showcasing over 20 castles, the Vosges mountains, and picturesque Alsatian villages, culminating with a triumphant finish on the ramparts of Obernai.
Each race offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historic sites, and challenging trails for an unforgettable adventure.
Training
tips
To train for Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB, you’ll need a personalized training plan and to build up your weekly mileage progressively.
Runna offers running training plans for every runner and goal out there.
With Runna, your running coaching app, you get a personalized 100km training plan that:
- Structures your week and sets out all sessions for you
- Automatically adjusts your mileage and types of runs to help you perform at your best
- Incorporates deloads and strength training
- Helps you manage your recovery and nutrition
Having a plan will also help with accountability, meaning that you can focus purely on improving your running game.
Check out our personalized 100km training plans to find the one that best suits your goals.
race distances
20km
Elevation Gain: 1,300
Mountain Index: 38
50km
Elevation Gain: 2,000
Mountain Index: 40
100km
Elevation Gain: 4,200
Mountain Index: 36
100m
Elevation Gain: 6,300
Mountain Index: 37
Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB® - TDP 20 km
Get ready for a fast, exciting race through the beautiful French landscape of Alsace with our custom training plan for the TDP!.
Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB® - TDC 50 km
Our custom training plan for the TDC 50k is designed to help you complete the 50 km distance with a cumulative elevation gain of over 2,000m.
Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB® - UTDP 100 km
Our handcrafted workouts are designed to help you tackle the 100 km distance and its elevation gain.
Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB® - UTDC 170 km
With our training plan you'll have access to weekly coach support to ensure you're on the right track.
Race
FAQ's
Get ready to enjoy the stunning terrain of Alsace with our custom training plan for the UTDC 170k!
Our handcrafted workouts are designed to help you tackle the race’s 170 km distance, and its cumulative elevation gain of over 6,000m. With targeted training and a smart build-up, you’ll be prepared for the fast running and demanding ups and downs of the French landscape.
You’ll have access to weekly coach support to ensure you’re on the right track.
Start your training now Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB® – UTDC 170 km
Get ready to enjoy the stunning terrain of Alsace with our custom training plan for the UTDC 100k!
Our handcrafted workouts are designed to help you tackle the 100 km distance and its elevation gain. With targeted training and a smart build-up, you’ll be prepared for the fast running and demanding ups and downs of the French landscape.
Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB® – UTDP 100 km
Ready to explore the breathtaking French landscape of Alsace?
Our custom training plan for the TDC 50k is designed to help you complete the 50 km distance with a cumulative elevation gain of over 2,000m. With handcrafted workouts and a smart build-up, you’ll be prepared for the challenging ups and downs (and fast running) of the region and achieve your goals.
Get ready for a fast, exciting race through the beautiful French landscape of Alsace with our custom training plan for the TDP!
Our handcrafted workouts are designed to help you complete this distance with a cumulative elevation gain of over 1,000m. With a smart build-up and targeted training, you’ll be prepared for the demanding terrain and achieve your running goals.
Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB® – TDP 20 km
100M
The race covers a distance of 171 kilometers with an elevation gain of 6,300 meters.
100KM
The race covers a distance of 116 kilometers with an elevation gain of 4,200 meters.
50KM
The Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB – TDC 50 km race has an elevation gain of 2,000 meters and a total distance of 50 kilometers.
20KM
The race covers a distance of 20 kilometers with an elevation gain of 1,300 meters.
100M
The race starts in Colmar, France, and finishes on the ramparts of Obernai, France.
100KM
The race starts in Orschwiller, France, and finishes on the ramparts of Obernai, France.
50KM
The race starts in Barr, France, and finishes on the ramparts of Obernai, France, passing through various historical and scenic locations along the way.
20KM
The race starts in Barr, France, and finishes on the ramparts of Obernai, France.
100M
The Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB – UTDC 170 km race takes place on May 17, 2024.
100KM, 20KM
The Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB – UTDP 100KM and 20KM race is on May 19, 2024.
50KM
The Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB – TDC 50 km race takes place on May 20, 2024.
We really want to hear from you, and are here to answer any questions you have. So feel free to write us to explore@vert.run, and one of our coaches will get back to you within 48 hours or fewer.
If you’re a monthly subscriber, yes! You can switch between training plans however you’d like. Just go to your dashboard and choose the “change or restart plan” option. This will take you to your training plan menu. Of course, we do recommend that you finish a training plan once you’ve started it (unless you find it to be way to difficult or easy), since they’re designed to build your fitness over weeks. When you leave a training plan in the middle, you’ll miss key workouts; and when you start a new plan, you’ll start it from the beginning. This is to make sure that you train safely and responsibly, and that the skills you develop are built to last. We encourage you to stick out each plan, challenge yourself in a race or other personal challenge, and then to start a new plan with fresh legs.
100M
The maximum allowed race time is 30 hours.
100KM
The maximum allowed race time is 17 hours 15 minutes.
50KM
The maximum allowed race time is 14 hours.
20KM
The maximum allowed race time is 06 hours.
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