Houffa Trail
Want to discover trail running without jumping straight into a long distance? The HOUFFA 15 is the ideal format to take your first steps on the trails. An accessible, varied, and pleasantly hilly course to experience the true thrill of trail running. No need to be an expert here: good preparation, the desire to push yourself, and a suitable pair of shoes are all you need to reach the starting line!
76%
Off-Road Percentage
400
Max participants
Houffalize
Hotel Vayamondo
REGISTRATIONS OPEN
See you at the start!
Registrations are open
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START
11:00
Saturday 24 Jan
AIDSTATIONS
1
on course
TIME LIMIT
03:00
finish before 14:00
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INFORMATION
About the HOUFFA 15
TRUSTED BY
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We're proud to partner with leading brands who share our passion for adventure, performance, and pushing beyond limits.
DISCOVER HOUFFALIZE AND THE ARDENNES
Between the Ourthe valleys, its deep forests, and its villages full of character, Houffalize deserves much more than just a stop at the starting line. Take advantage of the Houffa Trail to discover the region, extend your stay, and share the weekend with your loved ones.
EQUIPMENT
What to bring
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
This gear is mandatory. Time penalties or DSQ for violations possible
Bib worn visibly.
Bib worn visibly.
Phone charged, turned on, and reachable
Phone charged, turned on, and reachable
Cup with a minimum capacity of 15 cl
Cup with a minimum capacity of 15 cl
Recommended gear
This gear is highly recommended for your safety and comfort.
Trail running shoes with good grip.
Trail running shoes with good grip.
Waterproof jacket with hood
Waterproof jacket with hood
Livio Live App
Livio Live App
GPX track downloaded to a watch or phone
GPX track downloaded to a watch or phone
112 BE app installed
112 BE app installed
Emergency blanket.
Emergency blanket.
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HOUFFA 15 PROGRAM
Key times
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bib collection
Vayamondo Hotel
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
7:00 AM - 10:30 AM & 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Bib pickup
Hotel Vayamondo
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
7:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Last bib pick-up
Vayamondo Hotel
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
11:00
Start of the HOUFFA 15
Vayamondo Hotel
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
12:00
First finisher
Vayamondo Hotel
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
14:00
Last finisher
Vayamondo Hotel
COURSE SPECIFICS
What awaits you on the HOUFFA 15 trails
TECHNICAL
Accessible, with a few technical sections
TERRAIN
Trails and forest paths, singletracks and forest roads
Muddy in wet weather
VERTICAL INDEX
35
SPEED FACTOR
1.07
DRY CONDITIONS
SPEED FACTOR
1.16
WET CONDITIONS
OFFROAD RATIO
73%
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