La bagesschnell - Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines 2027

The La Bageschnell begins at the Bagenelles ski resort, located above Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines in France's Haut-Rhin department. This is a night trail race, meaning participants navigate winter terrain, darkness, and mountain paths instead of a city course. The event features two distances: 6 km and 12 km, with the 12 km course including a 465-meter climb. The race has a limited field, expecting around 230 runners, and sold out two months prior to the event. The race takes place in the hills surrounding Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines and the Col des Bagenelles, contributing to a local mountain club atmosphere rather than a large festival feel. A past edition saw 199 participants, ranging in age from 16 to 65, attracting both younger runners and experienced trail enthusiasts. Arthur Boehringer has a connection to the race, having won the 12 km distance three times. The event has also faced disruptions; one edition was canceled by the prefecture despite thorough health preparations.