The 46th Annual Gatineau Loppet to Go Ahead as Planned With Over 2,000 Participants Expected

release by the Gatineau Loppet

February 8, 2024 - (Gatineau, Que.) Dear skiers and community members, This communication is to reassure the skiers currently registered for Gatineau Loppet and those who are considering registering in the next few days.

Considering recent weather conditions, we would like to assure you that the 46th edition of the Gatineau Loppet will be presented on February 16, 17 and 18, 2024 and that more than 2,000 participants from 19 different countries are expected to take part.

Gatineau Park (NCC) ski conditions web page indicates that the thickness of the snow base is 15 cm at P8 parking and 22 cm at the intersection of Fortune Lake Parkway and trail # 1.

Following a thorough assessment of conditions on the ground and the safety of participants, we will use alternative courses this year for the 15, 27 and 50 (linear) km races. The 2, 5 and 10 km events courses will be unchanged.

The alternative courses, whose distances will be approximately the same as those planned, have been carefully selected to offer a safe and rewarding racing experience. Detailed information on alternative courses, including distances, feeding stations and important features, will be provided in the coming days on our website here and social media.

We would like to assure you that our team is fully committed to guaranteeing the success of the 46th edition of the Gatineau Loppet and to offering an unforgettable experience to all our participants.

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to adapt our event to current conditions.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Cross-Country Ski Show
Come and discover a much larger cross-country ski show, with over 20 exhibitors!  This not-to-be-missed event for cross-country skiers is a unique opportunity to discover new products and technical innovations from the world’s leading brands, to try out demo equipment, and also to score some great bargains! For more information click here.

À la Dérive Brewery Bistro
Meet the A la Dérive brewery team at the cross-country ski show! Come and enjoy their beers, hot drinks and a whole menu of delicious dishes available all weekend long, on Friday from 5pm to 9pm and Saturday/Sunday from 7am to 4pm!

Come share a moment of conviviality or enjoy a bite to eat at the bistro operated by the À La Dérive craft brewery!

After-ski Nordik Spa-Nature
A good recovery is essential after a sports session! Nordik Spa-Nature / Chelsea, a proud partner of the Gatineau Loppet Après-Ski, welcomes you to its specially designed relaxation area for an infusion by the fire!

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