GT16 - A challenging yet accessible Winter Trail experience
A manageable distance, set amidst challenging terrain.
The GT16 features a course of approximately 17 km with 601 meters of elevation gain. It’s the perfect distance for discovering the world of trail running or for pushing yourself over a short but challenging course.
Set in the heart of the Warche Valley and the characteristic landscapes of the Fagne, the course immerses runners in a rugged and authentic environment. Roots, technical trails, sections through the woods, and more open areas combine to create varied terrain, where every section demands focus and a burst of speed.
The GT16 captures the essence of the GTLC Winter in a dynamic format: a fast-paced, accessible workout that’s never easy.
The perfect distance for a first-time experience, or for those looking for a short race with character, where the excitement is immediate and the challenge never lets up.
Combining intensity with the joy of the trail, the GT16 offers a direct immersion into the world of winter trail running.
Practical information
- Departure : Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
- Number of participants : 600
- Location: Ovifat ski slope
- Distance : 17 km
- Elevation gain : 601m
- Supplies : 1
- Time limit : 3:00 a.m.
All registrations and the management of all participant data are handled by the SQMTime/Passionforsports timing service. By registering for the GTLC Winter, competitors automatically agree to the GTLC rules.
- June 7, 2026, to November 1, 2026
- No day-of registration
The race route
Time barriers
Equipment
| Bag for carrying compulsory equipment during the race | R |
|---|---|
| Phone | O |
| Minimum 15 cl cup | O |
| 1 liter minimum water supplement | R |
| Headlamp | - |
| Additional battery for headlamp | - |
| Survival blanket 1.40 x 2.0 m minimum | O |
| Sufficient food reserve for autonomy adapted to the course | O |
| Rain jacket | O |
| Clothing adapted to weather conditions (sun, rain, cold, snow) | R |
| Identity card or passport | O |
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