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INFORMATION KIT 2018

FOR ATHLETES, SPECTATORS, MEDIA AND GREEN FAIRIES

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WELCOME

KEY NUMBERS

INTRODUC TION

THE VAL-DE-TR AVERS

LOGISTICAL INFORMATION

OVERSEAS/ VISITING ATHLETES

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

PAST WINNERS

2018 Agenda

ENTRY COSTS AND PRIZES

CHOOSE YOUR R ACE

MEDICAL SERVICE

THE COURSES

LIST OF ORGANISERS AND CONTAC TS

CONTENTS

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

were considered crazy – utopians – for setting out with the ambition of

creating a race of this magnitude. Twenty-three years later the Trail de

l’Absinthe is still going strong despite all of the numerous revolutions

in the sport.

The Trail de l’Absinthe 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 have introduced some

momentous changes for 2018. Our weekend is now truly a weekend

with races starting on Saturday, finishing on Sunday. For the first time

we are organising a long ultra distance race with our inaugural K105.

This is one of five main races, joined by the K75, K45, K25 and the

relay, comprising three individual 15km legs. The Trail de l’Absinthe,

otherwise known as K75, remains one of the highlights of our event.

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

experience, and point us in an exciting new direction.

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, Trail de l’Absinthe/Swiss Canyon Trail

www.swisscanyontrail.com

Welcome to all of our runners from Switzerland and from overseas.

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 23RD EDITION OF THE TRAIL DE L’ABSINTHE AND THE 1ST EDITION OF THE SWISS CANYON TRAIL

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

5'000 M elevation over the 105K course

+3'500 M elevation change over the 75K course

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

+ 23'000 runners have completed Trail de l’Absinthe races over the last 22 years

22 nationalities represented at 20th anniversary race in 2015

1'000 pasta dishes served during the Pasta Party

23RDEDITION OF THE TRAIL DE L’ABSINTHE

KEY NUMBERS

Our event, originally the Trail de l’Absinthe, was

conceived in 1994 and the first edition held

in August 1996. Year after year, the courses

have diversified and the parcours modified to

continually meet the requirements of runners

and safeguard nature. This year the event has

been rebranded the Swiss Canyon Trail with

the Trail de l’Absinthe still very much part of the

weekend in the form of the 75km race.

This is a truly unique competition renowned for

its energising spirit derived from the legend of

the fairy in a land where Rousseau and others

found strength and inspiration.

For nearly a quarter of a century, each and every

year, the land of the green fairy (Val-de-Travers,

Switzerland) has welcomed running enthusiasts,

amateur and professional, hardened and

debutant, from across Europe to enjoy its lush,

challenging and fertile playground. Few have

finished the Trail de l’Absinthe without its valleys,

forests and st eep tracks carving an eternal place

in their running soul and a treasured place in

their palmārēs of achievements. The essence

of this race is about more than mere prizes and

finish times. It’s an experience. In 2018, we have

added to that experience with new routes and

paths to conquer, trails which lead runners to

more spell-bounding views, and more wondrous

natural features from canyons to cliffs to gorges

and waterfalls.

The Swiss Canyon Trail is one of Europe’s most

challenging and scenic trail events. It provides

five challenging distances, an invitation to attack

the steep inclines of course which do not grant a

second’s respite and to conquer your perceived

limits while discovering a unique running

experience. The challenges are constant, the

risks frequent, the rewards fulfilling.

The Val-de-Travers is the land of Switzerland’s

Grand Canyon (the Creux du Van) ; magnificent

vistas of the Alps and the Jura and indeed

Switzerland at 360 degrees ; the gorges and

amazing waterfalls of the Poëta-Raisse and, of

course, the Green Fairy herself. For the Swiss

Canyon Trail and the Trail de l’Absinthe the

clue is in the name; a mystical journey through

the land of the legendary spirit famed for

loosening writers’ block and multiplying physical

and mental force. This one-time lubricant of

Bohemian culture, vilified by some and forever

associated with myth and madness plays a

fundamental backdrop to the races.

The goal of the organisers has always been

to provide one of the Europe’s most distinct,

intense and rhythmic trail events with races

which celebrates being in true nature. Mission

accomplished.

S W I S S C A N Y O N T R A I L

COME AND CONQUER THE CANYONS

1STEDITION OF

THE SWISS CANYON TRAIL

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LOGISTICAL INFORMATION

Transport Accommodation

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.

Office du Tourisme de Sainte-Croix/Les Rasses

Rue Neuve 10, Sainte-Croix, Suisse, 1450

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

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

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.

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

The closest hotel to the Centre sportif

du Val-de-Travers is:

Hôtel de l'Aigle ***

Grand-Rue 27 | 2108 Couvet

T. + 41 (0) 32 864 90 50

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

BY CAR1h15 from Geneva & Geneva Airport

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

Some of the most famous spots in the

Val-de-Travers are explored in our dedicated

section on the race course highlights.

The Val-de-Travers is world-renowned as the

cradle of absinthe. The region counts some

twenty distilleries and numerous museums

dedicated to the fabled spirit which was

once banned for the best part of a century

throughout Switzerland and Europe.

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.

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

THE VAL-DE-TRAVERS

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

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. You can also take time to explore the watchmaking region of

Neuchatel, the hiking trails of the Jura, chocolate and absinthe tasting

and excellent options for mountain and road biking.

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.ch

www.yverdonlesbainsregion.ch

www.myswitzerland.com/en-ch/sainte-croix-les-rasses.html

www.val-de-travers.ch/en/tourism/

ACCOMPANYING ATHLETES, VISITORS AND STADIUM FACILITIES

Many athletes will be travelling with friends and family who may be

taking part in different distances. For those finishing races earlier,

there will be food and refreshments available at the stadium and

onsite entertainment. For those with more time to explore, a help desk

will provide details on how to access nearby options 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.

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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.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

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 Rings. Remote, rugged, with mystery always present. The 2018 race through its K105 course offers a wider range of natural wonder from cascades to cliffs to canyons and ever more challenging terrain.

KM 0 / KM 105 (75) : STADIUM START 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 and enchanting view.

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 fabuously admired.

It was here that the writer, composer,

philsopher 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.

“I saw from my windows a magnificent waterfall which falls from the top of the mountain by the escarpment of a rock in the valley. Its sound is heard in the distance, especially when the waters are fast.”

Jean-Jacques Rousseau, writer and philosopher

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 spellbounding 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.

B E C O M E A T R A I L B L A Z E R . C O M E A N D C O N Q U E R T H E C A N YO N S

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

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 progessive

descent to Couvet and the finish.

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

Val-de-Travers towards the finish.

Note : Numbers refer to the K105. In brackets the corresponding number for the K75.

2018 AGENDAAll race starts and events will take place at Centre Sportif de Couvet

(Couvet Sports Centre).

FRIDAY 8 JUNE

YOUTH RACESFrom 17h00 Official opening ceremony

From 18h00 PASTA PARTY, BBQ, DESSERT FOR ALL ENTRANTS

18h30 Start of youth races

20h00 Last youth race depart

20h30 Results ceremony

Note : The Pasta Party will be held on Friday evening

Free for all

SATURDAY 9 JUNE 05h00 K105 and K75 starts

08h15 K45 and relay starts

10h15 K25 and Nordic Walking start

10h45 Arrival first runners K45, relay

12h00 Arrival first runners K25


14h15 Arrival first runners Nordic Walking


Schedule of the scratch podiums: K25, K45 et relais, K75 : 14h00

K105 : 17h00

Schedules for podiums by category: K105, K75, K45, K25

30min after the 3rd in the category has crossed the finish line.

Full results will be available on the MSO website.

SUNDAY 10 JUNE

14h00 Arrival last runners K105

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

RACE* CLIMBING* START HIGHEST DIFFICULTY AVERAGE SURFACE HIGHLIGHTS ITRA TIME POINTS COURSE TIME POINTS

5000m

3500m

2500m

2500m

1000m

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05h00

08h15

08h15

10h15

7% paved surfaces 53% forest trails 40% pedestrian footpaths



7% paved surfaces 53% forest trails40s% pedestrian footpaths

7% paved surfaces 53% forest trails40% pedestrian footpaths

1606mChasseron

1463m Le Soliat

1271mMont de Baulmes

1606m Chasseron 1463m Le Soliat

1463m Le Soliat

1463m Le Soliat

1113mLa Mordetta

Ultra TrailX Long -Very difficult

Ultra Trail Long -Difficult

Ultra Trail Medium -Quite difficile

Three unique stages

Not competitive

Leaders 10h Average 20hLast 33h

Leaders 7hAverage 12hLast 14h

Leaders 3h30Average 5hLast 8h

Leaders 3h20Average 4h45Last 6h

Leaders 4hAverage 5h30Last 7h

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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. 16.5km, +1162 / - 518m difference. Couvet - Le Soliat.

Leg 2 : Ascending. 14km, + 209 m / - 804m difference. Le Soliat - Carrière de Môtiers.

Leg 3 : Mixed leg 18 km. + 1043m / - 1092m de dénivelé. Carrière de Môtiers - Couvet

A chance to attack the K25 course as a nordic walker

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

1000m 10h15 7% paved surfaces 53% forest trails40% pedestrian footpaths

1113mLa Mordetta

Trail -Challenge

Leaders 1h30Average 2h15Last 4h

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.

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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

COUVET

The new arrival. 105 kilometres of exacting and technical trail running. The elevation change is relentless, the visual rewards endless. Some 5000m 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 – 107.2km

HIGHEST POINT – 1606m (Chasseron)

LOWEST POINT – 715m (Noiraigue)

CLIMBING – 5128m

DESCENDING – 5119m

ITRA points - 5

TERRAIN – 7% on paved surfaces ; 53% through

forest tracks ; 40% on pedestrian footpaths

START TIMES – 05h00

CUT-OFF TIMES – 33 hours (final)

Gorges Bifu - 33.5km - after 9 hours – average

3,77km/h (non-eliminatory. Runners may switch

to K45 course)

La Chasseron – 40.8km – after 10 hours –

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

switch to K75 course)

Les Places - 78.8km – after 23 hours – average

3.2km/h (eliminatory)

Chapeau de Napoléon – 90.29km – after

28 hours – average 3.2km/h (eliminatory)

REFRESHMENTS – Eleven official stops offering

water, tea, bouillon, coca-cola, isotonic drinks,

energy bars, fresh and dry fruit

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 col-

lected from the race office on Friday 16h00-22h00

and on Saturday from 04h00 until 30 minutes be-

fore race start. Proof of payment is required.

IMPORTANT NOTES – Choice of racecourse

possible after 33.5km and 40.8km.

MANDATORY GEAR – One eco cup per runner

– One flask or camelbag with hydration flask/

water container (750ml) per runner – One

mobile/cell phone – One whistle – One blanket

– One torch/headlamp

One waterproof jacket/longsleeve windbreaker

(GORTEX) – One trail rucksack. No runner will

be allowed to start without this material.

PRIZES – Each finisher will receive K105 finisher

prizes to be confirmed on our social media

channels in due course.

Note: Sticks are allowed but not obligatory (if a

runner starts with sticks, they must keep them

throughout the race and until the finish). Please

also refer to Race Rules on official website.

Sainte-Croix

Genève

Lausanne

Yverdon

Couvet

Fleurier

Creux-du-van

105K

75K

45K + RELAY

25K + NORDIC WALKING

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GORGES BIFU.MONTAGNETTE


CARRIÈREDE MÔTIERSCOUVET

34.8 KM 41.3 KM

COUVET48.8 KM

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It all started with the 75km race. Now in its 23rd year, the Trail de l’Absinthe remains one of Europe’s most diverse and challenging trail runs, a constant physical and mental challenge. Even with the birth of a new longer distance race, the 75km has lost none of its allure or prestige.

A marathon+ distance over tough terrain, significant ascending (+2000m) and one major ascent up Le Soliat offering views of Switzerland’s most famous canyon, the Creux du Van.


HIGHEST POINT – 1606m (Chasseron)


CLIMBING – 3590m


ITRA points – 4



START TIMES – 05h00

CUT-OFF TIMES – Gorges Bifu - 33.5km - after

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

Runners may switch to K45 course)

La Chasseron – 40.8km – after 11 hours –

average 3.7km/h (eliminatory)

Les Places – 51.39km – after 23 hours – average

2.2km/h (eliminatory)

Chapeau de Napoléon – 62.8km– after

28 hours – average 2.25km/h (eliminatory)

REFRESHMENTS – Eight official stops offering


energy bars, fresh and dry fruit.

CATEGORIES – Elite Men – Senior Men 1 – Senior


HIGHEST POINT – 1463m (Le Soliat)


CLIMBING – 2420m


ITRA points - 3



START TIME – 08h15

CUT-OFF TIME – None

EQUIPMENT – Light equipment authorised

REFRESHMENTS – Five official stops offering



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

RACE PACK COLLECTION – Race bibs can be

collected from the race office on Friday 16h00-

22h00 and on Saturday from 06h00 until 30

minutes before race start.

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 33.5km. Shortly after the Carrière

de Môtiers. Only for 75km trail runners.

MANDATORY GEAR – One eco cup per runner

– One flask or camelbag with hydration flask/

water container (750ml) per runner – One

mobile/cell phone – One whistle – One blanket

One waterproof jacket/longsleeve windbreaker

(GORTEX) – One trail rucksack. No runner will

be allowed to start without this material.

PRIZES – Each finisher will receive a small bottle

of absinthe and a K75 race prize.

Note: Sticks are allowed but not obligatory (if a

runner starts with sticks, they must keep them

throughout the race and until the finish). Please

also refer to Race Rules on official website.

MANDATORY GEAR – None

PRIZES – Each finisher will receive a prizes to

be confirmed at a later date on our social media

channels.

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7.5 KM4.37 KM 6.5 KM4.9 KM

MONTAGNETTECARRIÈRE4.9 KM

DE MÔTIERSCARRIÈREDE MÔTIERSCOUVET

9.27 KM 15.77 KM

COUVET23.27 KM

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

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


HIGHEST POINT – 1113m (La Mordetta)

LOWEST POINT – 729m (Couvet)

CLIMBING – 1070m


ITRA points – 1




CUT-OFF TIMES – None

REFRESHMENTS – Three official stops offering


3 legsLeg 1 : Climbing. 16.5km, +1162 / - 518m difference.

Couvet - Le Soliat

Leg 2 : Ascending. 14km, + 209 m / - 804m difference.

Le Soliat - Carrière de Môtiers

Leg 3 : Mixed leg 18 km. + 1043m / - 1092m de dénivelé.

Carrière de Môtiers - Couvet

HIGHEST POINT – 1463m (Le Soliat)


CLIMBING – 2420m


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

pedestrian footpaths



REFRESHMENTS – Five official stops offering water, tea, bouillon,

coca-cola, isotonic drinks, energy bars, fresh and dry fruit

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 16h00-22h00 and on Saturday from 06h00-06h45

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

PRIZES – Each finisher will receive a finishers’ prizes to be confirmed

at a later date on our social media channels.


HIGHEST POINT – 1113m (La Mordetta)

LOWEST POINT – 729m (Couvet)

CLIMBING – 1070m


ITRA points – 1





REFRESHMENTS – One official stop offering



CATEGORIES – Not a competition distance.

Times will be available but ordered alphabetically



22h00 and on Saturday from 0h400 until

30 minutes before the race

Important Notice : Sticks are obligatory!



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

PRIZES – Each finisher will receive a finishers’

prize.

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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

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


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


PAST WINNERS ENTRY COSTST H E Y W RO T E H I S T O RY, T R A I L D E L'A B S I N T H E 7 5 K G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N

* -20% until 24.11.17

then full price

RACE ELEVATION -20 % -10 % UNTIL FULL UNTIL UNTIL 05.06.18 PRICE 28.02.18 30.04.18 COSTING

105K 5000m 112 CHF* 140 CHF* 140 CHF +30

75K 3500m 88 CHF 99 CHF 110 CHF +30

45K 2500m 72 CHF 81 CHF 90 CHF +20

25K 1000m 36 CHF 41 CHF 45 CHF +15

RELAY 2500m 88 CHF 99 CHF 110 CHF +30

NORDIC 1000m 36 CHF 41 CHF 45 CHF +5

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The race rules are available – currently in French only – on

the Swiss Canyon Trail website.

http://swisscanyontrail.com/Docs/2017_reglement_fr.pdf

The medical service of the Swiss Canyon Trail

is spread over five stations and connected to

an alarm station under the responsibility of

the Ambulance Service of the Val-de-Travers.

Official controllers will be able to stop and assist

any runner showing signs of ill health.

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.

More than 400 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, ten 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 communication specialist Peter Bourne.

http://graphice.ch

http://mrpeterbourne.com

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 – #SwissCanyonTrail

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

[email protected]

The medical service is made up of volunteers

who are :

• Doctors

• Ambulance drivers

• Physiotherapists

• Samaritans

• Massagers

• Chiropractors

• Reflexologists

RULES

MEDICAL SERVICE VOLUNTEERSA first aid service is provided by the organisers throughout the route, organized jointly by doctors, the ambulance service and the Samaritans of the Val-de-Travers.

IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT

Only participants who have accepted the conditions will be able to

participate in the race. The following form must be duly completed and

signed upon delivery of your bib.

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

the race village.

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

COMMITTEEL I S T O F O RG A N I S E R S & C O N TAC T S

The 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

Elif BASIC – Coordination, PC Course

Maria CHRISTINAT – Subsistence

Pascale ECABERT – Secretariat

Adam LOZANO – Responsible for courses

Gladys LUETHI – Massages

Christelle LUSSU – Race Office

Francine RICCHIUTO – Finish line, Stadium

François SEEWER – Youth races

Germain SIMONET – Treasurer, On-line registration

Pascal STIRNEMANN – Prizes, results

Antonio VALVERDE – Refreshments

Manuel VALVERDE – Supporting Bodies / Organisations

[email protected]

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