GT 42 - Technical trail running on Belgium's most beautiful trails!
Objective: finish strong. Technical marathon | 47 km | +1,888 m elevation gain
The GT42 is a demanding and selective marathon trail that follows the most technical trails in the Warche Valley. Classified as a UTMB Index 50K, it has already been used for the Belgian short and long trail championships.
The route covers a total of 47 km with an elevation gain of +1,888 m, featuring a steady alternation of single tracks, steep climbs, technical descents, and rolling sections that allow you to pick up speed again. The terrain is varied: roots, rocks, scree, forest areas, balcony trails, and sometimes exposed passages.
Key points of the route include:
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Robertville Lake
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the old oak tree
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Reinhardstein Castle
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the ridge road
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Napoleon's Nose
The GT42 requires good energy management, downhill control, and adequate logistical support. The repeated changes in pace and the technical nature of the terrain make this a comprehensive race, intended for experienced trail runners looking for a challenging marathon format.
Goal: finish strong.
Bonus: enjoy one of Belgium's most authentic trail running terrains.
Practical information
- Departure : Sunday 05/17/2026 - 09:00
- Number of participants : 800
- Location: Ovifat ski slope
- Distance : 47 km
- Elevation gain : 1888
- Supplies : 3
- Time limit : 08h00
All registrations and the management of all participant data are handled by the Ultratiming timing service. By registering for the GTLC, competitors automatically accept the GTLC regulations.
3 progressive price categories :
- 08/25/2025 to 12/31/2025
- 01/01/2026 to 03/31/2026
- 04/01/2026 to 05/12/2026
- No registration of the day
Time barriers
Height difference
Equipment
| Bag for carrying compulsory equipment during the race | Mandatory |
|---|---|
| Phone | Mandatory |
| Minimum 15 cl cup | Mandatory |
| 1 liter minimum water supplement | Recommended |
| Headlamp | - |
| Additional battery for headlamp | - |
| Survival blanket 1.40 x 2.0 m minimum | Mandatory |
| Sufficient food reserve for autonomy adapted to the course | Recommended |
| Rain jacket | Recommended |
| Clothing adapted to weather conditions (sun, rain, cold, snow) | Recommended |
| Identity card or passport | Mandatory |