Swiss Canyon
Ultra Trail 111K
Swiss Canyon Ultra Trail 111K
With its 114.8 kilometers and 5,294 meters of altitude difference, the 111K is a technical and demanding challenge that crosses varied and striking landscapes. This route takes runners to discover the treasures of Val-de-Travers and the northern Vaud region.
Each section reserves its share of emotions. Steep climbs, demanding descents and rolling passages follow one another for a unique experience, where effort and wonder meet at every moment.
The 111K is not just a race: it is an immersion in nature and a true inner journey, where everyone finds their own rhythm to take on an extraordinary challenge.


DATE
June 7, 2025
OFFICIAL DISTANCE
114.8 km (it is not possible to deviate to another race distance)
CLIMAX
1,606 m (Chasseron)
LOWER POINT
715 m (Noiraigue)
LEVEL DIFFERENCE
5,294 m
ITRA POINTS
5
DEPARTURE
05:00
DEADLINE
28 hours
RULES AND REGULATIONS
SUPPLIES
11 official stations with isotonic liquid, still water, sparkling water, coke, rivella, syrup (mint and lemon), chocolate, farmer, apricots, bananas, oranges, apples, broth, cheese, dried meat, sausage, Tuc, chips, mixtures nuts.
Last 3 posts, hot pasta.
NB: Personal refreshments possible at each official post up to 100m after them. Wild refueling = disqualification.
Last 3 posts, hot pasta.
NB: Personal refreshments possible at each official post up to 100m after them. Wild refueling = disqualification.
CATEGORIES
– Elite Men
– Senior Men 1
– Senior Men 2
– Veteran Men
– Elite Ladies
– Senior Ladies 1
– Senior Ladies 2
– Veteran Ladies
– Senior Men 1
– Senior Men 2
– Veteran Men
– Elite Ladies
– Senior Ladies 1
– Senior Ladies 2
– Veteran Ladies
LIFE BASE
Possibility of dropping off a bag transported to the Noirvaux life base (km 75). The bags can then be collected from the racing office in EspaceVal at any time until Sunday 8 a.m. Return of runner bags Saturday at 1:30 p.m., 5 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
RUNNERS’ HOME
The racing office, changing rooms, showers and massages are located at EspaceVal in Couvet.
RACING OFFICE SCHEDULE
Friday: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00 a.m. – 7:15
a.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00 a.m. – 7:15
a.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
EQUIPMENT CONTROL
Before collecting bibs and individual presence with mandatory identity card.
Friday from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 4:00 a.m. – 4:45 a.m.
Friday from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 4:00 a.m. – 4:45 a.m.
FREE PASTA PARTY
Each runner receives a voucher for the pasta party on Friday evening at EspaceVal.
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT
- ID card
- Eco cup
- Minimum water reserve one liter
- Headlamp
- Cellphone
- Blanket
- Safety whistle
- Waterproof jacket with a minimum water column of 10,000mm. Gore-Tex, Dry Q and other patented membranes. A simple windbreaker is insufficient.
- A long-sleeved garment
- Trail backpack, capacity depending on material.
- 1 x adhesive elastic band for making a bandage or strapping
- Food reserve
- Sticks allowed. The runner, who will equip himself with poles, will start and must finish the race with them.