Houffa Trail
The HOUFFA 35 is Sunday’s main long-distance course. Starting from Houffalize, its 36 km and 1,149 m of elevation gain will take you into the heart of the Ardennes forests and valleys. With 83% off-road terrain, the course alternates between trails, singletracks, sustained climbs, and technical descents. A well-rounded, demanding, and deeply Ardennes trail race.
83%
Off-Road Percentage
500
Max participants
Houffalize
Hotel Vayamondo
REGISTRATIONS OPEN
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START
09:00
Saturday 24 Jan
AIDSTATIONS
3
on course
TIME LIMIT
07:00
finish before 16:00
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INFORMATION
About the HOUFFA 35
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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
Emergency blanket.
Emergency blanket.
Cup with a minimum capacity of 15 cl
Cup with a minimum capacity of 15 cl
Waterproof jacket with hood
Waterproof jacket with hood
Recommended gear
This gear is highly recommended for your safety and comfort.
Trail running shoes with good grip.
Trail running shoes with good grip.
Clothing suitable for cold and wet conditions.
Clothing suitable for cold and wet conditions.
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
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HOUFFA 35 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 pick-up
Vayamondo Hotel
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
7:30 AM - 08:45 AM
Last bib pick-up
Vayamondo Hotel
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
09:00
Start of the HOUFFA 35
Vayamondo Hotel
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
11:50
First finisher
Vayamondo Hotel
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
16:00
Last finisher
Vayamondo Hotel
COURSE SPECIFICS
What awaits you on the HOUFFA 35 trails
TECHNICAL
Moderately technical
TERRAIN
Trails and forest paths, singletracks and forest roads
Muddy in wet weather
VERTICAL INDEX
32
SPEED FACTOR
1.10
DRY CONDITIONS
SPEED FACTOR
1.21
WET CONDITIONS
OFFROAD RATIO
83%
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