Trail blanc des Vosges 2027

The Trail Blanc des Vosges is a snow race held at the Rouge Gazon ski resort, situated above Saint-Maurice-sur-Moselle in the Vosges, near the Haut-Rhin border. It takes place in deep winter, typically in late January or early February, offering three short mountain course options: 5 km, 7 km, and 18 km. The 5 km course is unique as it is run at night, involves approximately 340 metres of elevation gain, and requires participants to use a headlamp. For those new to snow running, the 7 km course provides a more accessible option with about 180 metres of climbing. The 18 km course serves as the primary event, featuring roughly 500 to 600 metres of ascent, varying slightly by official descriptions. The race's identity is intrinsically linked to snow, emphasized by the resort location, the tagline “Blanc comme neige!”, and the winter terrain, positioning it as a focused mountain race rather than a road event with a snowy setting.