LYNX- 20 KM

Looking to discover the UTMJ world at your own pace? The Lynx 20 km is the perfect format to get your first taste of mountain trail running and enjoy exceptional scenery. An accessible and varied course winding through alpine meadows, forests and summits, with a stunning backdrop of the Alps on the horizon. Take on the challenge and join the great UTMJ family!

DÉPART DE MOUTHE (25) 3 OCTOBRE 2027 À 10h00

20 KM • 800m D+

2 AID STATIONS

Race Information

Start time: à 10h00 le 03/10/2027 à Mouthe (25)
Field size: : 2,000 runners
Cut-off time 6 hours at Métabief (finish)
Required year of birth : 2008 ou avant (Catégorie Espoirs FFA)

Route & Profile

The GPX track will be released shortly before the race, in order to respect private landowners' properties and ensure their peace and quiet.

We kindly ask you not to venture onto these private sections, so that we can preserve our routes and agreements.

Shuttle Bus

A shuttle bus is available to take runners to the race start in Mouthe.

Departure : Longevilles Mont d’Or (Rue du DOubs), le dimanche 3 octobre 2027 à 08h00.

Longevilles Mont d’Or (25) → Mouthe (25)

This service is optional and must be booked online for €5 (subject to availability).

No shuttle is provided for supporters along the course.

IMPORTANT No return shuttle will run from Métabief to the start (Mouthe) after the race.

Free return transport to the shuttle departure car park (Longevilles Mont d'Or) will be offered from Métabief with regular departures.

Booked shuttle tickets are non-refundable if you change your mind.

Race Bib Collection

Vous pouvez retirer votre dossard sur le site d’arrivée (à Métabief) ou le jour de la course sur le site du départ (à Mouthe).

Jeudi 30 septembre 2027 de 14h à 19h à Métabief place Xavier Authier
Vendredi 1 octobre 2027 de 09h à 19h à Métabief place Xavier Authier
Samedi 2 octobre 2027 de 10h à 19h Métabief place Xavier Authier
Dimanche 3 octobre 2027 de 08h à 10h à Mouthe (départ de la course)

ID is mandatory. Copies will not be accepted. A third party may collect your pack on your behalf only with your original ID.

Start Wave

1 Elite wave + 4 start waves

Waves are assigned according to each runner's ITRA rating at the time of registration. Late registrations will automatically be placed in the last wave.

Elite runners wishing to start in the Elite wave should email contact@utmj.fr

Race Regulation

The race regulation is available here

Roadbook

ATTENTION ! Seul le balisage mis en place le jour de la course fait foi. Le Roadbook est fourni à titre indicatif et ne saurait prévaloir sur le balisage présent sur le terrain.

Des modifications mineures peuvent en effet être apportées au parcours entre la réalisation du livret et le départ de la course.

Mandatory & Recommended Kit

Mandatory kit: :

Brand-new emergency survival blanket
Fully charged and switched-on mobile phone
Individual reusable cup

Recommended/Permitted kit: :

Whistle
Thermal base layer (top and bottom)
Neck gaiter
Gloves
Spare clothes
Personal food supplies
First aid kit

Poles are permitted on all races (not recommended for the 40 km, 20 km and 10 km).

Cold Weather Kit / Warm Weather Kit:

Depending on forecast weather conditions, the organisation may require participants to carry additional defined kit items, on top of the mandatory gear (see race regulation). Runners will be informed of any such requirement in the days leading up to their race.

Aid Stations

2 aid stations

Les Granges Raguin / Métabief (Finish)

At aid stations: Coffee, Tea / St-Yorre, Cristaline / Jura Cola / Broth / Oranges, Bananas / Dried raisins, Dried apricots / Peanuts / Cereal bars / Chocolate / Sugar / Bread / Gingerbread / Crackers / Dry sausage / Comté, Morbier cheese

ITRA /UTMB Points