Orsières, Switzerland
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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The Orsières 50K is a trail running event in Orsières, Switzerland, featuring 52.54 km distance with 3295 m elevation gain. The race takes place on 3 October 2026 and is limited to 500 participants.
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Orsières, Switzerland
Orsières, Switzerland
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Getting There
What to bring
Running Pack (Vest/Belt)
Passport / ID Card
Mobile Phone (80%+ battery)
Waterproof Jacket (taped seams)
Gloves or Mitts
Whistle
Water Bottle / Bladder (min 1L)
Head Torch (x2 + spare batteries)
Survival Bag or Foil blanket (1.4m x 2m min)
Emergency Food
Folding Cup / Container
First Aid Kit
Waterproof Trousers (Taped Seams)
Route Map - GPX Loaded to Watch, Phone or GPS Device
What you get
Chip timing
On the day
Toilets
Bag drop
Food vendors
Merchandise
Before you enter
Other questions
The race has 3 ITRA points, mountain level 7, and finisher level 390.
Yes, it is part of the ITRA National League.
Yes, a pre-race briefing will be held before the start.
Yes, volunteer roles include course marking, aid station support, marshalling, and base camp logistics. Sign up at https://go.swissvolunteers.ch/login.
Entry fee not listed
Check the race's registration page for pricing.Orsières, Switzerland
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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