Houffa Trail
When night falls over Houffalize, familiar landmarks shift and the forest reveals a whole new side. On the HOUFFA NIGHT 20, only trail markers and headlamp beams will guide runners through the Ardennes trails. A fast-paced, wild, and immersive night course, designed for those wishing to discover the thrills of night trail running or take on a new challenge.
91%
Off-Road Percentage
300
Max participants
Houffalize
Hotel Vayamondo
REGISTRATIONS OPEN
See you at the start!
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START
17:00
Saturday, Jan 23
AIDSTATIONS
1
on course
TIME LIMIT
04:15
finish before 21:15
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INFORMATION
About the HOUFFA NIGHT 20
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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 NIGHT 20 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 - 4:45PM
Last bib pick-up
Vayamondo Hotel
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
17:00
Start of the HOUFFA NIGHT 20
Vayamondo Hotel
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
18:35
First finisher
Vayamondo Hotel
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
21:15
Last finisher
Vayamondo Hotel
COURSE SPECIFICS
What awaits you on the HOUFFA NIGHT 20 trails
TECHNICAL
Moderately technical
TERRAIN
Trails and forest paths, singletracks and forest roads
Muddy in wet weather
VERTICAL INDEX
30
SPEED FACTOR
1.15
DRY CONDITIONS
SPEED FACTOR
1.27
WET CONDITIONS
OFFROAD RATIO
91%
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