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COME AND CONQUER THE CANYONS

Official partner race of the Grand Raid de la Réunion/

La Diagonale des Fous

8-9june 2019

INFORMATION KIT 2019

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CONTENTS

2 KEY NUMBERS

3 WELCOME

4 PARTNERSHIP GR AND R AID

6 VAL-DE-TR AVERS

8 SAINTE-CROIX

10 ACCOMMODATION

12 MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

14 COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

15 2019 AGENDA

16 MAP AND COURSES

18 CHOOSE YOUR R ACE

20 THE COURSES

26 TR ANSIT TIME

26 2020 JUBILEE

26 2019 ATHLETES

28 RESULTS

29 MORE INFORMATIONS

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THE SWISS CANYON TRAIL. IN NUMBERS.

5 races. All ending in ‘5’: 105K. 75K. 45K. 25K. Relay (3 x 15K)

5'550 M + over the 105K course

3'870 M + over the 75K course

320 KM total official distance of the five races

11 official refreshment stops on the 105K parcours

8 official refreshment stops on the 75K parcours

2 cantons crossed, Neuchâtel et Vaud

+ 25 absinthe producers in the Val-de-Travers

+ 24'600 runners have completed Trail de l’Absinthe races over the last 23 years

25 nationalities and 26 Swiss Cantons represented each year

1'500 pasta dishes served during the Pasta Party

+ 8 tonnes of refreshments provided

24THEDITION OF EVENT AS A WHOLE (FORMERLY TRAIL DE L’ABSINTHE)

KEY NUMBERS2NDEDITION

UNDER THE GUISE

THE SWISS CANYON

TRAIL (REBAPTISED

IN 2018)

In September 1994 the Trail de l’Absinthe came to life. At the time, we

were considered crazy for setting out with the ambition of creating a

race of this magnitude. Twenty-four years later under its new guise

Swiss Canyon Trail, the event is still going strong despite all of the

numerous evolutions in the sport.

The Swiss Canyon Trail organisers have always put the desires and well-

being of its participants first, from listening to feedback to providing

all of the essential facilities for your well-being. We are proud of our

reputation for first-class organisation, excellent race management and

course facilities.

Taking into account athlete feedback, and to respond to the ever-

changing nature of the trail world, we introduced some momentous

changes in 2018. Our weekend is now truly a weekend with races

starting on Saturday, finishing on Sunday. Last year we launched our

ultra distance race with our inaugural K105. All 150 limited places for

this race sold out quickly. This is one of five main races, joined by the

K75, K45, K25 and the relay, comprising three individual 15km legs.

These changes celebrate the event’s tradition, benefit from our vast

experience, and point us in an exciting new direction. For both the 2019

editions of the 105K and 75K registration is limited to 250 athletes. So

be fast in signing up!

In 2018, we also commenced our partnership with La Diagonale des

Fous. More information can be found in this guide. La Diagonale is a

magnificent, legendary race with much in common with our own. The

partnership has also introduced many benefits for athletes taking part

in both races.

We wish all of the runners a wonderful event and hope you take the

maximum pleasure competing in this majestic, natural and distinct

environment. Be ready to meet the green fairy at any twist or turn. She

may even be able to help during the most difficult moments !

Patrick Christinat

Founder, Swiss Canyon Trail

www.swisscanyontrail.com

A P R O U D T R A D I T I O N , A V I B R A N T F U T U R E

WELCOME TO THE 2019 SWISS CANYON TRAIL, OUR 24TH EDITIONWelcome to all of our runners from Switzerland and from overseas.

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TWO RACES, MUCH IN COMMON

For those who have not experienced the two

races, the similarities, at first glance, may not

appear obvious. One event is located on a

volcanic island on a small French territory in the

Indian Ocean - imagine beaches, lush greenery

and an imperious volcano. The other is situated in

the rugged, wild absinthe valley of Switzerland. A

land of adventure and legend. Dig a little deeper

though and La Diagonale des Fous and the Swiss

Canyon Trail are two ultra race events with a

number of points in common.

The two races are defined by their natural

environment. The Réunion island and the green

valleys of the west of Switzerland are noted

ideal trail running terrains. The race courses

offered by the two events are not defined by one

single feature but by the element of adventure

and experience. For La Diagonale des Fous it is

heavily forested volcanic slopes, dense, steep

gorges and technical trails. In Switzerland the

nature is equally enchanting with waterfalls and

canyons a constant feature of complex courses.

Neither race is defined by a single peak or an

ascent but by the constant mental and physical

challenge, the ever-changing switch in elevation,

steep paths, rivers and by a sometimes intangible

element of mystique, think of the absinthe

distillers and green fairy legend in Switzerland,

the bright night stars, enchanting courses and

partisan, lively local support in the Réunion.

BENEFITS FOR ATHLETES

In celebrating this new partnership, the two race

organisers have put in place special discounts

for athletes competing in both races and have

agreed to share their combined expertise

in organising exceptional races. The current

benefits include:

• 105K Swiss Canyon Ultra Trail athletes

wishing to participate in the Diagonole des

Fous 2019 and 2020 are informed that they

will have the advantage of not having to go

through a random ballot. In this way, they will

automatically have the opportunity to register.

• In turn, runners participating in the 2019 Diago-

nole des Fous will receive a 20% discount on

their 105K Swiss Canyon Ultra Trail registration

as long as they finish their race.

• To celebrate the start of the partnership,

the winners of the 2018 Swiss Canyon Trail

105K were invited to the La Réunion to

participate in the Grand Raid of 2018. The

best Réunionnais athletes, first man and first

woman, will be invited to Switzerland for the

2019 Swiss Canyon Trail.

Further details on the partnership, including a

combined competition, will be communicated in

due course.

LA DIAGONALE DES FOUS & SWISS CANYON TRAIL : A PARTNERSHIP WITH ATHLETES AT ITS COREIn April 2018, La Diagonale des Fous, celebrated matriach ultra trail of the Grand Raid, and the Swiss Canyon Trail commenced a new partnership, celebrating the clear similarities between the two races and offering exciting opportunities for trail runners interested in taking part in both races.

“ My first Trail …..a fantastic experience, incredible landscapes, superb organistion and a kindred spirit of community…..thank you for this marvellous experience”

Swiss Canyon Trail finisher, 2018

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www.val-de-travers.ch

Forfait « Clé en main »Hébergement en pension complèteen chambres de 2 à 6 litsaccès illimités aux installations sportives• piscine couverte - jacuzzi• mur d’escalade – fitness – wellness• salles omnisports, de danse et de combat• stade d’athlétisme et terrains extérieurs

Prix par personne Enfants Adultes6 à 15 ans

• 3 jours (2 nuits) : CHF 118.- CHF 159.-• 4 jours (3 nuits) : CHF 174.- CHF 234.-• 5 jours (4 nuits) : CHF 228.- CHF 306.-

Découverte ...

IDEAL POUR UN SEJOUR EN PLEINE NATURE

Découverte ...• Le Creux du Van• Les gorges de l’Areuse• Les mines d’asphaltes• La maison de l’absinthe• Les musées régionaux• …

Plein air !• Piscine ouverte des Combes• Via ferrata du Tichodrome• Luge Féeling d’été et d’hiver• Parcours VTT, vélos électriques• Parcours de Nordic Walking

Centre sportif régional du Val-de-TraversClos Pury 15 – 2108 Couvet

Tél : +41 32 889 69 19Email : [email protected]

WWW.CENTRESPORTIF-VDT.CH

Forfait « Clé en main »Hébergement en pension complèteen chambres de 2 à 6 litsaccès illimités aux installations sportives• piscine couverte - jacuzzi• mur d’escalade – fitness – wellness• salles omnisports, de danse et de combat• stade d’athlétisme et terrains extérieurs

Prix par personne Enfants Adultes6 à 15 ans

• 3 jours (2 nuits) : CHF 118.- CHF 159.-• 4 jours (3 nuits) : CHF 174.- CHF 234.-• 5 jours (4 nuits) : CHF 228.- CHF 306.-

Découverte ...

IDEAL POUR UN SEJOUR EN PLEINE NATURE

Découverte ...• Le Creux du Van• Les gorges de l’Areuse• Les mines d’asphaltes• La maison de l’absinthe• Les musées régionaux• …

Plein air !• Piscine ouverte des Combes• Via ferrata du Tichodrome• Luge Féeling d’été et d’hiver• Parcours VTT, vélos électriques• Parcours de Nordic Walking

Centre sportif régional du Val-de-TraversClos Pury 15 – 2108 Couvet

Tél : +41 32 889 69 19Email : [email protected]

WWW.CENTRESPORTIF-VDT.CH

The Val-de-Travers (population 10,900) is located in the canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. The region is nestled in the valley of the Swiss Jura mountains and lies 30 minutes from Neuchatel ; 1 hour, 15 minutes from Geneva ; two hours from Zurich. Its most populous town is the watchmaking centre Fleurier. The Val-de-Travers is world-renowned as the cradle of absinthe.

A B R I E F I N T R O D U C T I O N

THE VAL-DE-TRAVERS

LE VAL-DE-TRAVERSThe Val-de-Travers was created on January 1, 2009,

following the merger of nine former municipalities:

Boveresse, Buttes, Couvet, Fleurier, Les Bayards, Môtiers,

Noiraigue, Saint-Sulpice and Travers. The merger was

approved by popular vote on February 24, 2008. The

town hall is in the village of Fleurier. In addition, the former

municipality of Môtiers gave the name to the village square

(place of February 24) in memory of this historic day.

GÉOGRAPHIEAccording to the Swiss Federal Statistical Office, Val-de-

Travers is 124.91 km2. 6.0% of this area corresponds to

areas of housing or infrastructure, 42.4% to agricultural

areas, 50.7% to wooded areas and 0.8% to unproductive

areas. Val-de-Travers borders the Neuchâtel municipalities

of Verrieres, La Cote-aux-Fees, La Brévine, Ponts-de-

Martel, Brot-Plamboz, Brot-Dessous, Boudry and Gorgier.

It is also bordered by the Vaud municipalities of Provence,

Romairon, Mauborget, Fontaines-sur-Grandson and

Sainte-Croix as well as the French communes of the

Allies (25) and Hauterive-la-Fresse (25). Val-de-Travers is

located in the Swiss part of the Jura mountains; there are

typical formations of the Jura mountains, such as Crêt du

Cervelet.

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L e p l e i n d ’ é n e r g i eTHE TOWN OF SAINTE-CROIXResting on a sunny terrace in the heart of the vast expanse of Jura Vaud, the Commune of St. Croix is famous throughout the world for its music boxes and automatons.

Today, Sainte-Croix is active in many areas such

as industry, high-end watchmaking, connectivity,

crafts, training and tourism. Thanks to the presence

of the Technopôle, which is a reference center of

competence for the Canton of Vaud, Sainte-Croix

has a great potential for innovation, certification

and research in cutting-edge fields, such as additive

techniques.

Endowed with the best infrastructures, the town

of Sainte-Croix is delighted to have an intense

associative, cultural and sporting life to which the

population of Sainte-Croix respond with pride

and enthusiasm. Health and well-being are empty

words for St. Croix, which enjoys a quality of life

second to none, with the advantages of a city close

to nature ...

www.sainte-croix.ch

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ACCOMMODATIONAthletes coming from overseas or other cantons in Switzerland are encouraged to take advantage of visiting the area after taking part in the race.

Office du Tourisme de Sainte-Croix/Les RassesRue Neuve 10, 1450 Sainte-Croix, Suisse

T. : +41 (0) 24 455 41 42

www.sainte-croix-les-rasses-tourisme.ch

The tourist offices of the canton of Neuchatel, the towns of

Yverdon-les-Bains and the regions of the Val-de-Travers and Les

Rasses provide numerous options and ideas:

www.neuchateltourisme.ch/en/www.sainte-croix.chwww.yverdonlesbainsregion.chwww.myswitzerland.com/en-ch/sainte-croix-les-rasses.htmlwww.val-de-travers.ch/en/tourism/

Those travelling by car may also consider staying in either Neuchatel

or Yverdon-les-Bains both 30 minutes away from Couvet with a range

of accommodation options and diverse activities.

In early June, the Neuchatel lake, renowned for many free-access

public beaches, is usually at an ideal temperature for swimming,

water sports and relaxing those muscles after the endeavours of

the Swiss Canyon Trail. Equally appealing post race may be a visit

to thermal baths at Yverdon-les-Bains. You can also take time to

explore the watchmaking region of Neuchatel, or sample chocolate

and absinthe at the many fabricants of the region, and for those

who haven’t exerted themselves enough, the Jura region offers a

multitude of hiking trails and excellent options for mountain and

road biking.

There are numerous accommodation options for athletes. Those

wishing to stay near the race village, are encouraged to stay in the Val-

de-Travers. Accommodation is available to runners at the Centre sportif

du Val-de-Travers where rooms are available at a reduced rate ; likewise

accommodation is available in civil protection shelters.

T. +41 32 889 69 19

www.centresportif-vdt.ch

For full details on accommodation, we invite you to contact :

Office du tourisme du Val-de-TraversT. + 41 (0) 32 889 68 96

www.neuchateltourisme.ch

There are also accommodation options in Sainte-Croix, the nearest

major town to the Mont de Baulmes section of the K105 course, or in

Les Rasses region, renowned in the winter for its cross country skiing

terrain and in the summer for its hiking trails.

“105K : A fantastic trail race, without compromises !”

105K finisher, 2018 edition

HÔTELS

Hôtel des Cernets**2126 Les Verrières

+41 32 866 12 65

Hôtel – Grill du Crêt de l’Anneau*Crêt de l’Anneau 1

2105 Val-de-Travers

+41 32 863 11 11

Chapeau de Napoléon2123 Val-de-Travers

+41 32 861 16 62

Restaurant-Hôtel de la PosteGrand-Rue 17

2114 Val-de-Travers

+41 32 861 23 98

Hôtel du MoulinQuartier du Bas-du-Village 3

2123 Val-de-Travers

+41 32 861 26 98

La Fontaine d’EnergieRue du Pasquier 12

2114 Val-de-Travers

+41 32 861 45 11

Hôtel de la TruiteChamp-du-Moulin-Dessus

2149 Brot-Dessous

+41 32 855 11 34

Grand Hôtel des Rasses***Route des Alpes 25

1452 Les Rasses

+41 24 454 19 61

ACCOMPANYING ATHLETES, VISITORS AND STADIUM FACILITIES

Many athletes will be travelling with friends

and family who will be coming along to

offer support or who may be taking part in

different distances. Food and refreshments

will be available at the stadium and there will

be onsite entertainment over the weekend.

For those with more time to explore, a help

desk will provide details on how to access

nearby attractions like an outdoor swimming

pool, spa, absinthe tasting and how to visit

different parts of the parcours by public

transport to cheer on friends and family.

SPECTATOR POINTS

Spectators wishing to follow friends or

family competing in the 105k or 75k will

need their own transport. The following

refreshment points can be accessed by car

and then a short walk: Noiraigue, Carriere

de Motiers, Le Chasseron, Vuitebouef, Mont

de Baulmes, Col des Etroits, Chapeau de

Napoleon.

TRANSPORTBY CAR1h15 from Geneva & Geneva Airport – 1h30 from Besançon – 2h from Zurich

2h15 from Basel – 2h20 from Zurich Airport – 5h15 from Paris

From Yverdon-Les-BainsFollow the direction Sainte-Croix - Val-de-Travers before heading towards Fleurier

in the direction of Neuchâtel. Pass through the village of Couvet before turning

right for the Sports Centre immediately after the Ford garage. Direction Centre

sportif du Val-de-Travers.

From NeuchâtelFollow Val-de-Travers (Pontarlier). Pass through the village of Travers and before

entering the village of Couvet. Turn right just before the Ford garage. Direction

Centre sportif du Val-de-Travers.

BY TRAINConnections from Zurich, Basel, Geneva, Lausanne change at Neuchâtel for the

train which departs for Couvet. Please visit the CFF/SBB website for further

details. www.sbb.ch/en/home.html

Hôtel la Grange***Grand-Rue 47

1454 Sainte-Croix

+41 24 454 43 77

La Grand’Borne1454 Sainte-Croix

+41 24 454 13 51

Hôtel de l’Ours**Route de Sainte-Croix 7

1445 Vuiteboeuf

+41 24 459 22 59

Big villa in Sainte-Croix1450 Sainte-Croix

+41 24 459 22 59

Gite de la RobellaRuelle Pierre-Boulanger 5

2115 Val-de-Travers

+41 32 861 30 26

LOGISTICAL INFORMATION

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MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

• ID card• Personal tumbler/cup• Minimum water reserve 7.5 dl• Headlamp• Cellphone• Blanket• Safety whistle• Waterproof jacket with a water column (hydrostatic head) rating of at least 10’000mm. Using

Gore-Tex, Dry Q or other patented membranes. A simple windbreaker is insufficient.• A long-sleeved shirt• Trail backpack, capacity not important.• 1 x adhesive elastic band to make a bandage or strapping• Food reserves• Sticks are allowed. Any runner who starts with sticks must finish the course with sticks.

• Warm clothing in the event of bad weather• Hat• Gloves• Trousers or running tights• Cap or bandana

THE MATERIAL BELOW IS NOT OBLIGATORY BUT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED :

“An exceptional setting, with fantastic race courses”

75K finisher, 2018 edition

Please note the equipment listed below is mandatory for athletes competing in the 105K and 75K.

Please note the equipment listed below is mandatory for athletes competing in the 45K and 25K.

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT CHECKS WILL TAKE PLACE WHEN 105K AND 75K ATHLETES COLLECT THEIR DOSSARDS. PLEASE BRING EQUIPMENT WITH YOU WHEN COLLECTING YOUR DOSSARD. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN YOUR DOSSARD NOT BEING HANDED OVER.

• Personal tumbler/cup• Cellphone

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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 105K AND 75K

The Swiss Canyon Trail is a race like no other. This is not some empty slogan or vacuous remark. It’s a genuine statement. While some races are defined by the ascent of a peak, a specific view or technical challenge, the Swiss Canyon Trail is characterized by its energizing spirit.

Its hard to quantify, but it exists. This is the land of the Green Fairy, of dreams, of myth and legend, of spruce-topped mountains, of waterfalls and gorges, of luscious green forests and charming streams. Its like running through a scene from the Lord Of The Rings. Remote, rugged, with mystery always present.

Below is a summary of some course highlights from the 105K and 75K.

KM 0 / KM 105 (75) : STADIUM START/FINISH COUVETIt feels only right to commence and finish in

Couvet, the spiritual home of absinthe. Like

many famous races the first and final steps

are made along an athletics track, evoking

memories of Olympian feats, and to contrast

several hours in nature and isolation, the roar

and encouragement of a partisan crowd.

KM 10 : CLIMB INTO THE FORESTThe first 7km or so are flat. A false friend.

Time to find rhythm in your legs. Enjoy it. The

first climb takes you from the race’s lowest

altitude point to one of its highest at over

1,400m. 700m of climbing. This in the space

of roughly three gruelling kilometres. The

race has truly begun. No turning back.

KM 17 : THE MAJESTIC CREUX DU VANOne of the natural wonders of Switzerland.

Often labelled the ‘Swiss Grand Canyon’

this natural, protected rock area sculpted by

glaciers and streams provides awe-inspiring

views whether over the pine-coated Jura,

through the gorges below, or across the lake

of Neuchâtel and towards the Alps. Ibex and

friends often provide company at this beautiful

natural amphitheatre.

KM 28 : ROUSSEAU’S WATERFALLThe parcours doesn’t take the runners into

the village of Môtiers itself. This is as close as

it gets. The descent down from the Creux du

Van winds through the view that Rousseau so

famously admired. It was here that the writer,

composer, philosopher and influencer of

Enlightenment spent years in exile from 1762-

65. Today there is a museum in his honour.

KM 30 : GORGES DE POËTA-RAISSEThe second big ascent of the race leads

athletes up from Môtiers through these

majestic gorges. Rousseau would have

undoubtedly found freedom for his thoughts in

the Gorges of Poeta-Raisse. This is a wondrous

place, with plentiful streams, fresh waterfalls

and stone bridges. It’s an environment many

believe was fertile ground for boot-legging

and clandestine activities of yesteryear. On

a hot day it also provides welcome shelter, a

continued supply of fresh water and a unique,

mysterious atmosphere. Within 12km you will

climb from 737m to 1600m.

KM40 : LE CHASSERON1606m. The highest point of the race. La

Chasseron is one of the most isolated

summits in Switzerland. The inclines are

steep, paths rugged and gradients tough. At

this point you’ve practically ran a marathon.

The reward is the second spell-bounding view

of the Alps and the knowledge that one of the

hardest climbs is done.

KM46 (K105 only) : DESCENT INTO VUITEBOEUFFollowing the highest point of La Chasseron

comes a descent in the region of 1,000m.

Plunging from the vast expanse of the summit

through the village of Bullet and down into

Vuiteboeuf nestled at the foot of the valley.

This section promises to be one of the fastest

but most technical.

KM48 (K105 only) : GORGES DE COVATANNAZVuitebouef marks the end of the descent.

Then its time to climb again. The Gorges

de Covatannaz are amongst the most

picturesque trail paths of the entire Jura. The

trickling sound of the Arnon River winding

down through the gorges offers therapeutic

calm. The second half of this climb towards

the Mont de Baulmes is narrower, steeper

and definitely more challenging underfoot in

terms of terrain.

KM55 (K105 only) : MONT DE BAULMES TOWARDS COL DE L'AIGUILLONThe section between Mont de Baulmes and

Col d’Aiguillon offers a little under 5km of

gradual climbing with frequent views of Lac

Leman and Neuchatel and the entire Alpine

range. This section is technical in places.

KM75 (48) : LA CÔTE-AUX-FÉESWhether descending from La Chasseron

(4km, 600m elevation change in K75) or

from Col d’Aiguillon and around Sainte-

Croix, runners will head towards the gorges

of Noirvaux, the Col des Etroits and the

border between the cantons of Vaud and

Neuchâtel before reaching the Côte-aux-

Fées region, where fairies of all descriptions

may greet athletes with goblets of various

colours. A chance not only to celebrate the

M AG N I F I C E N T A N D U N I Q U E R AC E C O U R S E S

cult of absinthe but run through forests and

fields where its ingredients grow, notably

wormwood and bountiful herbs. This then

followed by 10km of endurance along

notorious Jurassian paths.

KM85 (58) : CHAPEAU DE NAPOLÉONNestling above the watchmaking town

of Fleurier, this area is today noted for its

hotel, but its name derived from the profile

it has carved into rock. Seen from the east it

resembles the bicorn of the Emperor himself.

This is the spot where Charles The Bold tried

to pass the Val-de-Travers with his army in

1476 only to be thwarted by well-organised

locals who united to block the narrow route

which runners will tackle from 60-65km. After

this stretch lies a climb before a progressive

descent to Couvet and the finish.

KM90 (60) : BERCEAU DE L’AREUSEThis section has changed in 2019 and takes in

a different parcours along the Areuse stream

before a short climb up and over the Signal

du Fleurier. This will be pure trail running and

unlike 2018 not on asphalt.

KM100 (70) : ROUTE TO THE FINISHA difficult last leg descending just above the

Val-de-Travers towards the finish.

Note: Bracket distances refer to 75K, where relevant.

2019 AGENDA

All race starts and events will take place at Centre Sportif de Couvet

(Couvet Sports Centre).

FRIDAY 7 JUNEYOUTH RACESFrom 17h00 Official opening ceremony

From 18h00 Pasta party, bbq, dessert for all entrants

18h30 Start of youth races

19h55 Last youth race depart

20h30 Results ceremony

22h00 Race office closes, end of registrations

IMPORTANTEquipment check for 75k/105k obligatory during collection of bib.

Friday 16h00 - 22h00 | Saturday 04h00 - 04h30

SATURDAY 8 JUNE05h00 K105 and K75 starts

08h15 K45 and relay starts

10h15 K25 and Nordic Walking start

11h00 Arrival first runners K45, relay

12h00 Arrival first runners K25


14h15 Arrival first runners Nordic Walking


SUNDAY 9 JUNE14h00 Arrival last runners K105

15h00 End of the event

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105K

75K

45K + RELAY

25K + NORDIC WALKING

REFRESHMENT STOPS

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CHOOSE YOUR RACES W I S S C A N YO N T R A I L

112.3km5550m

82.2km3870m

50.6km2470m

50.6km2470m

05h00

05h00

08h15

08h15

1606mChasseron

1463m Le Soliat

1271mMont de Baulmes

1606m Chasseron 1463m Le Soliat

1463m Le Soliat

1463m Le Soliat

Ultra TrailX Long -Very difficult

Ultra Trail Long -Difficult

Ultra Trail Medium -Moderately difficult

Three unique stages

Leaders 10h Average 20hLast 33h

Leaders 7hAverage 12hLast 14h

Leaders 3h30Average 5hLast 8h

Leaders 3h20Average 4h45Last 6h

• For exact distances and elavation profiles please refer to the specific race pages.

30.3km1520m

10h15 1113mLa Mordetta

Trail -Challenging

Leaders 1h30Average 2h15Last 4h

30.3km1520m

10h15 1113mLa Mordetta

Not competitive Leaders 4hAverage 5h30Last 7h

RACE* DISTANCE START HIGHEST DIFFICULTY AVERAGE SURFACE HIGHLIGHTS ITRA +ELEVATION* TIME POINTS COURSE TIME POINTS

2% paved surfaces 58% forest trails 40% pedestrian footpaths



7% paved surfaces 53% forest trails40s% pedestrian footpaths

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Rousseau waterfall ; Poëta-Raisse gorges ; Creux du Van ; Le Chasseron ; Gorges de Covatannaz ; Gorges de l'Areuse ; Mont de Baulmes; La Côte-aux-Fées The inaugural Swiss Canyon Trail offers a spell-bounding, challenging course comprising canyons, cliffs, gorges, waterfalls, luscious forests and endless rich vegetation. Three significant climbs offer wonderful views from their respective summits.

Rousseau waterfall ; Poëta-Raisse gorges; Creux du Van ; Le Chasseron; Gorges de l'Areuse ; La Côte-aux-Fées The 75km Trail de l’Absinthe race has run for over 20 years. It provides an invitation to attack the steep inclines of a course which does not grant a second’s respite. The ever-changing switch from ascending to descending legs ensures challenges are constant, the rewards fulfilling.

Cascade à Rousseau ; Gorges de Poëta-Raisse ; Creux du Van A genuine test but not an extreme vertical rise offering magnificent views of Switzerland at 360 degrees. A ‘marathon’-distance significantly more difficult and enjoyable than a flat urban course.

Same course as the K45. A unique way for a team of three people to attack the relay distance – an ascending leg, a descending leg and a flat one.Leg 1 : Climbing. 17.5km

Leg 2 : Ascending. 14.5km

Leg 3 : Mixed leg 19km

7% paved surfaces 53% forest trails40% pedestrian footpaths

1Gorges de la Poëta-Raisse, Château de Môtiers

The half marathon+ race course offering a challenging parcours and 1000m of vertical ascension. Its highest point topping at 1113m.

7% paved surfaces 53% forest trails40% pedestrian footpaths

1A chance to attack the K25 course as a nordic walker

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NOIRAIGUE LES PETITES FAUCONNIÈRES

VUITEBŒUF COL DE L’AIGUILLON

LES PLACESCOL DES ETROITS

GORGES DE NOIRVEAUX

LA ROCHECHAPEAU DE NAPOLÉON

CHASSERONGORGES BIFU.MONTAGNETTE

CARRIÈREDE MÔTIERS

COUVET

COUVET112.30

12.1 KM

12.1 KM

20.1 KM 30.4 KM 34 KM

10.3 KM 3.6 KM 6.8 KM 6.4 KM 9.8 KM 7.2 KM 10.8 KM 8.2 KM 11.8 KM 13 KM 4.3 KM

40.8 KM 47.2 KM 57 KM 64.2 KM 75 KM 83.2 KM 95 KM 108 KM

8 KM

In 2018 the Swiss Canyon Trail launched its first ultra-distance race. Officially 112 kilometres of exacting and technical trail running. The elevation change is relentless, the visual rewards endless. Nearly 5,500m of vertical ascension. This race is not simply about climbing a peak one side and descending another. Nor a race defined by one view, one point to conquer. The highlights are frequent and often very personal.

OFFICIAL DISTANCE – 112.3km

HIGHEST POINT – 1606m (Chasseron)

LOWEST POINT – 715m (Noiraigue)

+ ELEVATION – 5550m

– ELEVATION – 5550m

ITRA points – 5

TERRAIN – 2% on paved surfaces ; 58% through

forest tracks ; 40% on pedestrian footpaths

START TIMES – 05h00

CUT-OFF TIMES – 33 hours (final)

– Gorges de la Poëta-Raisse Bifu – 34km – after

9 hours, average 3,77km/h (non-eliminatory).

Runners may switch to 45K course.

– Le Chasseron – 41.3km – after 10 hours,

average 4km/h (non-eliminatory). Runners may

switch to 75K course.

– Les Places – 82km – after 23 hours – average

3.2km/h (eliminatory)

– Chapeau de Napoléon – 93.8km – after 28h,

average 3.35km/h (eliminatory)

– The runners will all be stopped after 33 hours

and repatriated by car.

REFRESHMENTS – Eleven official stops

offering isotonic liquid, still water, sparkling

water, coca, Rivella, syrup (mint and lemon),

chocolate, farmer, apricots, bananas, oranges,

apples, broth, cheese, dried meat, sausage, Tuc,

chips, nut mixtures

3 last posts, hot pasta

CATEGORIES – Elite Men – Senior Men 1 –

Senior Men 2 – Veteran Men – Elite Women

– Senior Women 1 – Senior Women 2 – Veteran

Women

RACE PACK COLLECTION – Race bibs can be

collected from the race office on Friday 16h00-

22h00 and on Saturday from 04h00 until 30

minutes before race start. Proof of payment is

required.

IMPORTANT NOTES – Choice of racecourse

possible after 34km and 40.8km.

MANDATORY GEAR – See dedicated table on

page 12

PRIZES – Free entry to the La Diagonale des

Fous for the male and female winner of the

105K, while all finishers are guaranteed the

opportunity to bypass the ballot to

enter the La Diagonale des Fous 2020. Each

finisher will also receive K105 finisher prizes to

be confirmed on our social media channels in

due course.

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COUVET NOIRAIGUE LES PETITES FAUCONNIÈRES

LES PLACESGORGES DE NOIRVEAUX

LA ROCHECHAPEAU DE NAPOLÉONCHASSERONGORGES BIFU.MONTAGNETTE

CARRIÈREDE MÔTIERS

12.1 KM

12.1 KM 20.1 KM

8 KM

30.4 KM

10.3 KM

34 KM 40.8 KM

10.4 KM

45 KM

8.2 KM

53.2 KM 65 KM

11.8 KM

78 KM

13 KM 4.2 KM4.2 KM

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LA FONTCARRIÈREDE MÔTIERS

CARRIÈREDE MÔTIERSCOUVET

38.9 KM

COUVET50.6 KM

12.1 KM

12.1 KM 20.1 KM

8 KM

30.4 KM

8.5 KM10.3 KM 4.3 KM

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It all started with the 75km race. Now in its 24th year, the Trail de l’Absinthe race remains a challenging, popular race, and like the 105K offers constant physical and mental challenges. Even with the birth of a new longer distance race, the 75km race has lost none of its allure or prestige.

Rivella, syrup (mint and lemon), chocolate,

farmer, apricots, bananas, oranges, apples,

broth, cheese, dried meat, sausage, Tuc, chips,

nut mixtures. 3 last posts, hot pasta

CATEGORIES – Elite Men – Senior Men 1 –

Senior Men 2 – Veteran Men – Elite Women

– Senior Women 1 – Senior Women 2 – Veteran

Women




minutes before race start. Proof of payment is

required.

IMPORTANT NOTES – Choice of racecourse

possible after 34km. Shortly after the Carrière

de Môtiers. Only for 105k/75km trail runners.


page 12

PRIZES – All finishers are guaranteed the

opportunity to bypass the ballot to enter the La

Diagonale des Fous 2020. Each finisher will also

receive K75 finisher prizes to be confirmed on

our social media channels in due course.


HIGHEST POINT – 1606m (Chasseron)


+ ELEVATION – 3870m – ELEVATION – 3870m

ITRA points – 4

TERRAIN – 2% on paved surfaces ; 58% through


START TIMES – 05h00

CUT-OFF TIMES – 33 hours (final)

– Gorges de la Poeta Raisse Bifu - 34km –

9 hours after race departure, average 3,77km/h

(non-disqualification). Runners can finish the

45K course with ranking.

– La Chasseron – 41.3km –11 hours after race

departure, average 3.77km/h (disqualification).

– Les Places – 52km – 23 hours after race

departure, average 2,2km/h (disqualification).

– Chapeau de Napoléon – 63.8km –

28 hours after race departure, average 2,5km/h

(disqualification)

REFRESHMENTS – Eight official stops offering

isotonic liquid, still water, sparkling water, coca,

A marathon+ distance over tough terrain, significant ascending (+2400m) and one major ascent up Le Soliat offering views of Switzerland’s most famous canyon, the Creux du Van.


HIGHEST POINT – 1463m (Le Soliat)LOWEST POINT – 715m (Noiraigue)


ITRA points – 3

TERRAIN – 7% on paved surfaces; 53% through


pedestrian footpaths

START TIME – 08h15

CUT-OFF TIME – 12 hours

EQUIPMENT – Light equipment authorised

REFRESHMENTS – Five official stops offering





nut mixtures.

CATEGORIES – Junior Men – Elite Men

Senior Men 1 – Senior Men 2 – Veteran Men –

Junior Women – Elite Women – Senior Women

1 – Senior Women 2 – Veteran Women




minutes before race start


page 12

PRIZES – Souvenir prize for each finisher -

details to be confirmed at a later date on our

social media channels

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CARRIÈRE LA FONT10.3 KM

DE MÔTIERSCARRIÈREDE MÔTIERSCOUVET

18.9 KM 23.2 KM

COUVET30.3 KM

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The half marathon+ race course offering a challenging parcours and 1520m of vertical ascension. Its highest point topping at 1113m.


HIGHEST POINT – 1113m (La Mordetta)

LOWEST POINT – 729m (Couvet)


ITRA point – 1

TERRAIN – 7% on paved surfaces; 53% through


pedestrian footpaths pedestrian footpaths


CUT-OFF TIMES – 10 hours

REFRESHMENTS – Three official stops offering





nut mixtures.

CATEGORIES – Junior Men – Elite Men – Senior

Men 1 – Senior Men 2 – Veteran Men – Junior

Women – Elite Women – Senior Women 1 –

Senior Women 2 – Veteran Women




minutes before race start


page 12

PRIZES – Souvenir prize for each finisher - details

to be confirmed at a later date on our social

media channels.

A novel way for a team of three people to attack the marathon+ distance with three distinct legs – ascending, descending and a mixed section.


3 legs

Leg 1 : Climbing. 17.5km

Couvet - Le Soliat

Leg 2 : Ascending. 14.5km

Le Soliat - Carrière de Môtiers

Leg 3 : Mixed leg 19 km

Carrière de Môtiers - Couvet

HIGHEST POINT – 1463m (Le Soliat)



TERRAIN – 7% on paved surfaces ; 53% through forest tracks ; 40% on

pedestrian footpaths



REFRESHMENTS – Five official stops offering isotonic liquid,

still water, sparkling water, coca, Rivella, syrup (mint and lemon),

chocolate, farmer, apricots, bananas, oranges, apples, broth, cheese,

dried meat, sausage, Tuc, chips, nut mixtures.

CATEGORIES – Men – Women – Mixed (Categories are valid providing

there are at least 7 teams participating in the category).

RACE PACK COLLECTION – Race bibs can be collected from the

race office on Friday 17h00-21h00 and on Saturday on Saturday from

04h00 until 30 minutes before race start.

Proof of payment required

Important Remarks : The 2nd and 3rd runner should carry a bag with a

flask and long sleeve top which can be taken by the preceding runner.

Shuttle buses :

08h30. From Couvet Sports Centre for Baronne to take the 2nd

runners

09h30. From Couvet Sport Centre for Carrière de Môtiers to take the

3rd runners

10h30 From Baronne to Couvet Sports Centre to collect the first two

legs of runners

MANDATORY GEAR – See dedicated table on page 12

PRIZES – Souvenir prize for each finisher - details to be confirmed at a

later date on our social media channels.


HIGHEST POINT – 1113m (La Mordetta)

LOWEST POINT – 729m (Couvet)

+ ELEVATION – 1520m

– ELEVATION – 1520m

TERRAIN – 7% on paved surfaces ; 53% through forest tracks ;

40% on pedestrian footpaths



REFRESHMENTS – Three official stops offering isotonic

liquid, still water, sparkling water, coca, Rivella, syrup (mint

and lemon), chocolate, farmer, apricots, bananas, oranges,

apples, broth, cheese, dried meat, sausage, Tuc, chips, nut

mixtures.

CATEGORIES – Not a competition distance. Times will be

available but ordered alphabetically

RACE PACK COLLECTION – Race bibs can be collected from

the race office on Friday 16h00-22h00 and on Saturday from

0h400 until 30 minutes before the race start

MANDATORY GEAR – See dedicated table on page 12

Important Notice : Sticks are obligatory !

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Location Km Altitude Deni + Deni - First Last Time Race switch Refreshments Hot meal arrival arrival cut off option beds Centre Sportif 0 729 0 0 10h15 10h15 20h15 Food and liquids

Le Couvent 6.4 1122 462 73 10h45 12h15 20h15

1 Carrière de Môtiers 10.2 762 498 473 11h00 13h15 20h15 Food and liquids

Bifurcation des gorges 13.3 1089 868 512 11h20 14h15 20h15

2 La Font 18.8 883 1035 886 12h00 15h30 20h15 Food and liquids

3 Carrière de Môtiers 23 768 1195 1160 12h15 16h30 20h15 Food and liquids

Route Nouvelle Censière 26.6 941 1483 1275 12h30 17h45 20h15

Arrivée 30.3 729 1516 1516 12h45 18h45 20h15 Food and liquids

PASSAGE TIMES

Location Km Altitude Deni + Deni - First Last Time Race switch Refreshments Hot meal arrival arrival cut off option beds Centre Sportif 0 729 0 0 05h00 05h00 Food and liquids

1 Noiraigue 12.1 717 549 564 06h10 07h15 Food and liquids

Le Soliat 17.4 1458 1330 602 06h45 08h45

2 Les Petites Fauconnières 20.1 1340 1343 733 07h00 09h15 Food and liquids

Le Couvent 26.4 1122 1392 998 07h20 10h30

3 Carrière de Môtiers 30.4 762 1445 1415 07h45 11h00 Food and liquids

Bifurcation des gorges 33.6 1162 1874 1442 08h00 12h00 14h00 Sa Via 45K

4 Chasseron 40.8 1586 2390 1534 09h15 13h00 15h00 Sa Via 75K Food and liquids

5 Vuiteboeuf 47.8 605 2399 2524 10h00 15h15 Food and liquids

6 Col de l’Aiguillion 57 1328 3404 2806 11h40 19h00 Liquids

7 Col des Etroits 64.2 1154 3535 3111 12h15 19h45 Food and liquids

Chasseron 70 1572 4088 3246 13h00 21h45

8 Gorges de Noirveaux 75 999 4092 3811 13h30 23h00 food and liquids X

Les Bourquins 80.2 1082 4339 3988 14h00 02h00

9 Les Places 83.2 1110 4432 4050 14h15 04h00 04h00 Di Elimination Food and liquids X

Montagne de Buttes 88.9 1250 4689 4169 14h40 05h00

10 Chapeau de Napoléon 95 983 4744 4491 15h00 09h00 09h00 Di Elimination Food and liquids X

Souces de l’Areuse 99 788 4872 4813 15h15 10h00

Le Signal 102.5 1065 5196 4860 15h45 11h00

11 La Roche 108 1062 5489 5155 16h30 13h00 Food and liquids X

Arrivée 112.3 729 5550 5550 17h00 14h00 14h00 Di STOP Food and liquids

Location Km Altitude Deni + Deni - First Last Time Race switch Refreshments Hot meal arrival arrival cut off option beds Centre Sportif 0 729 0 0 05h00 05h00 Food and liquids

1 Noiraigue 12.1 717 549 564 06h10 07h15 Food and liquids

Le Soliat 17.4 1458 1330 602 06h45 08h45

2 Les Petites Fauconnières 20.1 1340 1343 733 07h00 09h15 Food and liquids

Le Couvent 26.4 1122 1392 998 07h20 10h30

3 Carrière de Môtiers 30.4 762 1445 1415 07h45 11h20 Food and liquids

Bifurcation des gorges 33.6 1162 1874 1442 08h00 12h20 14h00 Sa Via 45K

4 Chasseron 40.8 1586 2390 1534 09h00 14h25 16h00 Sa Elimination Food and liquids

Chasseron 41 1572 2395 1570 09h05 14h45

5 Gorges de Noirveaux 45 999 2425 2156 09h20 15h40 Food and liquids X

Les Bourquins 50.2 1079 2648 2301 09h30 16h40

6 Les Places 53.2 1110 2782 2400 09h55 17h00 04h00 Di Elimination Food and liquids X

Montagne de Buttes 58.9 1250 3001 2500 14h40 18h30

7 Chapeau de Napoléon 65 980 3087 2837 10h55 19h15 09h00 Di Elimination Food and liquids X

Souces de l’Areuse 69 788 3182 3116 11h10 20h15

Le Signal 72.5 1054 3504 3182 11h40 21h15

8 La Roche 78 1062 3809 3479 12h20 22h15 Food and liquids X

Arrivée 82 729 3858 3858 12h40 23h15 14h00 Di STOP

Location Km Altitude Deni + Deni - First Last Time Race switch Refreshments Hot meal arrival arrival cut off option beds Centre Sportif 0 729 0 0 08h15 08h15 20h15 Food and liquids

1 Noiraigue 12.1 717 549 564 09h29 10h20 20h15 Food and liquids

Le Soliat 17.4 1458 1330 602 10h00 12h00 20h15

2 Les Petites Fauconnières 20.1 1340 1343 733 10h20 13h00 20h15 Food and liquids

Le Couvent 26.4 1122 1392 998 10h40 14h00 20h15

3 Carrière de Môtiers 30.4 762 1445 1415 10h50 14h30 20h15 Food and liquids

Bifurcation des gorges 33.6 1162 1874 1442 11h10 15h50 20h15

4 La Font 39 883 1948 1796 11h35 16h30 20h15 Liquids

5 Carrière de Môtiers 43 768 2102 2064 11h50 17h30 20h15 Food and liquids

Route Nouvelle Censière 46.6 941 2408 2194 12h05 18h15 20h15

Arrivée 50.3 943 2467 2467 12h40 19h00 20h15

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It’s time to conquer the canyons in 2020

Jubilee 25 yearsSwiss Trail Running Championships

Warmup European Meeting Trail

ANNIVER

SAIRE

Maxime Cazajous – 105K

Team Hoka One One - Club Givrés de Nay

1st Ultra Trail Beachcomber 2018

3th Diagonale des Fous 2018

2nd 90Km du Mont Blanc 2018

Testimonee Swiss Canyon TrailBenoît Girondel – 105K

Team Fujispirit – Club ASPTT Valence

1st Diagonale des Fous 2017 and 2018

3th Ultra Fiord 2018

1st le Grand Trail des Templiers 2019

Jérome Lassale – 75K

Team Provence Endurance

1st 85km de l’Ultra Tour de la Motte

Chalencon 2017/2018

3th Trail Drome 42km en 2017

Mélanie Rousset – 105K

1st Ultra Sierra Nevada 2017 - Ultra

1st Utpma 2017 - Ultra Trail Puy Mary Aurillac

1st Trail De La Galinette 2017 - Les Drailles

De La Galinette

Martin Kern – 105K


4th 46km du Trail de la Galinette 2019

7th Tarawera Ultra 2018

7th Ultra Trail Australia 2017

Xavier Thévenard – 105K

Team Fujispirit – Club DSA Pontarlier

1st UTMB 2015, 2016 and 2018

3th Hardrock 100 Endurance Run 2016

Nicolas Delmi-Deyirmendjian – 75K


16th 28km du Trail du petit Ballon 2019

6th 42km du Trail de Dormillouse 2018

10th 32km du Sparnatrail 2018

Camille Bruyas – 105K

5th Trail de Bourbon 2018

1st Ultra Trail Cape Town 2018

1st Trail De Bourbon 2017

1st Ultra Tour Des 4 Massifs 2017

Joris Botton – 105K

Ski Club des Essarts

5th Trail Drome 2018 - 41 Km

3th Ultra Tour Du Beaufortain 2017

1st La Montagn’hard 2017 - La Moins’hard 38

René Rovera – 105K

Team Garmin

1st Ultra Trail Madeire 85km 2019

13th Diagonale des Fous 170km 2018

1st Ultra Trail Côte d’Azur Mercantour 90km

Fabrice Fauser – 75K

Team Salomon / Backdoor

1st Swiss Canyon Trail 75K 2018

6th Eiger Ultra-Trail® 2017 - E51

2nd Ultra Trail Du Barlatay

Matis Bondurand – 75K


3th 28km du Trail du Petit Ballon 2019

1st 30km de la Gapencimes 2018

3th 30km de la Transgrancanaria 2018

Laurence Yerly – 105K

1st Swiss Canyon Trail 2018

2nd Matterhorn Ultraks 2018

2nd 20 km de Lausanne 2018

1st Trail de l’Absinthe 2015, 2016, 2017

ATHLETES 2019EXCEPTIONAL RUNNERS

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1999M: AHANSAL Lahcen, Zagora (MAR), 5 :22.51,9

F: LENNARTZ Brigit, Siegburg (DEU), 6 :22.59,4

2000M: IANOS Bogdar, Fancsal (HON), 5 :29, 58,3

F: LENNARTZ Brigit, Siegburg(DEU), 6 :13.58,8

2001M: IANOS Bogdar, Fancsal (HON), 5 :47, 25,1

F: LENNARTZ Brigit, Siegburg (DEU), 7 :45.30,0

2002M: JAQUEROD Christophe, Genève (SUI), 5 :47, 25,1

F: HERRY Karine, Siegburg (FRA), 6 :28.46,8

2003M: SARTORI Stefano, Trento (ITA), 5 :30, 06,7

F: CASIRAGHI Monica, Misagua Ieco (ITA), 6 :10.31,5

2004M: LAUBER Pascal, Morlon (SUI), 2 :58, 34,4

F: ALTER Julia, Mannheim (DEU), 3 :31.03,9

2005M: CAMENZIND Peter, Birmensdorf (SUI), 5 :41, 49,2

F: HERRY, Karine, Les Estables (FRA), 6:36.28,0

2006M: BÜRGY Othmar, Guschelmuth (SUI), 7 :51, 18,9

F: BOEHLER, Theresia, Rheinfelden (DEU), 9:28.28,3

2007M: CHALLIER Jérôme, (SUI), 6 :46,50

F: SCHICK, Doryane, Noiraigue (SUI), 8:52.06,0

2008M: CHALLIER Jérôme, (SUI), 7 :01.28,3

F: ALTER Julia, Mannheim (DEU), 7:50.43,2

2009M: SCHNEIDER Christian, Zürich (SUI), 6 :55.54,9

F: LESERVOISIER Michelle, St Julien en Genevois (FRA),

8:15.14,5

2010M: JENZER, Urs, Frutigen (SUI), 6 :28.18,6

F: ALTER Julia, Noiraigue (SUI), 8:18.43,8

2011M: SCHNEIDER, Christian, Zurich (SUI), 7:14.55

F: FATTON Julia, Noiraigue (SUI), 8:00.32

2012M: REY, Jean-Yves, Lens (SUI), 7:01.48

F: MENEGHIN-PLISKA Maja, Vermes (SUI), 8:22.22

2013M: MEIER, Christophe, Bullet (SUI), 7:17.59

F: MENEGHIN-PLISKA Maja, Vermes (SUI), 7:54.36

2014M: MEIER, Christophe, Bullet (SUI), 7:17.18

F: FATTON Julia, Vermes (SUI), 8:43.24

2015M: ROGNON, Alexandre, Le Bélieu (FRA), 6:31.07

Cédric MARIETHOZ (SUI) =

F: YERLI Laurence, (SUI), 7:33.13

2016M: BALANCHE, Herve, (FRA), 6:58.03

F: YERLY Laurence, (SUI), 7:39.48

2017M: WINGS, Samuel, (SUI), 7:01.19

F: YERLI Laurence, (SUI), 7:18.42

2018 RESULTS 105K

M: MESSER, Mirko, (SUI), 12:00.12

F: YERLI, Laurence, (SUI), 13:20.50

75KM: FAUSER, Fabrice, (SUI), 7:36.57

F: GENOUD, Carole, (SUI), 9:51.33

PAST WINNERST H E Y W RO T E H I S T O RY, 1 0 5 K A N D 7 5 K W I N N E R S

Numerous prizes are given to the top three athletes in each category.

Details on prizes will be communicated before the event.

Each runner will receive finisher prizes which may include t-shirts, medals and other gifts.

ONLINE REGISTR ATIONwww.swisscanyontrail.com

www.mso-chrono.ch

PRIZES

ENTRY COSTSG E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N

* -15% until 11.1o.18 then full price

It is possible to amend your registration should you wish to switch from a longer

distance to a shorter once. There is however no reimbursement in relation to the price

difference between two races.

RACE ELEVATION -20 % -10 % UNTIL FULL UNTIL UNTIL 04.06.19 PRICE (ON SITE) 28.02.19 30.04.19 COSTING

105K 5550m 119 CHF* 140 CHF – –

75K 3870m 88 CHF 99 CHF 110 CHF +30

45K 2160m 72 CHF 81 CHF 90 CHF +20

25K 1520m 36 CHF 41 CHF 45 CHF +15

RELAY 2160m 88 CHF 99 CHF 110 CHF +30

NORDIC 1520m 36 CHF 41 CHF 45 CHF +5

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“ Fantastic organisation. A “grand bravo” to you.”

Swiss Canyon Trail finisher, 2018 edition

The race rules will be availavle to download in French and

English on the Swiss Canyon Trail website.

https://swisscanyontrail.com/Docs/2019_rules_en.pdf

Every participant should be willing to provide

assistance to others (other runners in particular)

and in the case of necessity, either offer their

skills or forewarn the next officials along the

course.

PROCEDURE:

• Before the race, download the application

RETTE MI (https://rettemich.ch) and use it in

case of problems to simplify your localization

• The caller must be closer to the patient so

that the health regulator can guide him/her

in the first aid and he can speak directly to the

patient if necessary

• Follow the instructions of the sanitary

regulator including details on emerging access

RULES

MEDICAL SERVICEA first aid service is provided by the organisers throughout the course, organized jointly by doctors, the ambulance service and the Samaritans of the Val-de-Travers. The Ambulance Service engages the best available support depending on location of incident.

MEDICAL WAIVER

Only participants who have accepted the conditions will be able to

participate in the race.

The form (in French) can be downloaded, printed, filled in and bought to

the race village.

http://swisscanyontrail.com/Docs/levee_secret_medical.pdf

EMERGENCY NUMBERS:Emergency numbers will be supplied on your dossard.

The national emergency ambulance number for Switzerland is 144

“First race in your beautiful mountain region… I’ll be back”

Finisher 25K, 2018 edition

More than 500 volunteers unite each year to play a vital

role in the smooth running of the event. We are eternally

grateful for their support and time. Together we form a

formidable team, one which we look forward to working

together as in the future.

Furthermore, 15 local groups will be responsible for running

the refreshment stands.

COMMUNICATION AND MARKETINGThe Swiss Canyon Trail is supported in its communication and

marketing by the Neuchatel-based design agency Graphice

and UK-based communication specialist Peter Bourne.

http://graphice.ch

NEWS AND UPDATESTo follow the latest updates from the Swiss Canyon Trail

and to benefit from special offers follow our Facebook and

Instagram channels and our website.

www.swisscanyontrail.com

Facebook and Instagram: SwissCanyonTrail

@SwissCanyonTrail – #SwissCanyonTrai

CONTAC TT. +41 (0) 32 730 64 14

[email protected]

VOLUNTEERSCOMMITTEEThe Swiss Canyon Trail Organising Committee is

composed of a group of people who work throughout the

year on the organisation of the event.

Patrick CHRISTINAT – Presidency, Sponsoring,

Communication, Media Relations

Adan LOZANO – Technical director,

Responsible for courses

Sven BLANCK – Refueling Logistics,

Supporting Bodies / Organisation

Elif BASIC – PC course Manager / Running safety

Maria CHRISTINAT – Subsistence, catering

Gladys LUETHI – Responsible for massages,

Physio / Tapping

Christelle LUSSU – Race Office

Francine RICCHIUTO – Obligatory equipement check,

Finishing line, Stadium

François SEEWER – Youth races

René MIORINI – Treasurer | Online registration

Dogan BASIC – Prizes, results / Finisher athlete

Pascale Ecabert – Secretariat

Pierre Jobin – Resp. doctor

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COME AND CONQUER THE CANYONS · Indian Ocean - imagine beaches, lush greenery and an imperious volcano. The other is situated in the rugged, wild absinthe valley of Switzerland. A