Phoenix Trail Run: Challenge Yourself at Fond-de-Gras

Join the Phoenix Trail Run and challenge yourself on a unique course through the historic mining landscapes of Fond-de-Gras.

27 June 2026, 10:00

Location: Fond-de-Gras, Differdange, Luxembourg

Open to LUNEX students and external participants.

Registration fees:

  • LUNEX students: €5
  • External participants: €8

Organised by: LUNEX Students’ Union

Whether you are an experienced trail runner or looking for a new challenge, this event offers a unique opportunity to discover the beautiful landscapes of Fond-de-Gras while enjoying a friendly and motivating atmosphere.

During the event, participants will enjoy:

  • A 9km trail course with approximately 150m of elevation gain through the historic mining area of Fond-de-Gras.
  • Stunning natural and industrial landscapes along the route.
  • A refreshment station at the midpoint of the race with food and drinks.
  • Professional race timing and results provided by GoTiming.
  • Exclusive gifts and merch for all participants.
  • A complimentary training plan provided by our sponsor REPERFORM to help prepare for the race.

Beyond the race itself, participants, friends, and family are invited to enjoy the event village atmosphere. Throughout the day, Bei der Giedel Restaurant will provide a BBQ and bar service, offering the perfect opportunity to relax, celebrate, and spend time together after the run.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to discover more about our programmes in health, sport, and management at the LUNEX information booth.

Important registration information:

  • LUNEX students benefit from exclusive priority registration until 6 June 2026. After this date, registration will open to external participants, subject to remaining availability.
  • Please note that the Phoenix Trail Run takes place on the same day as the Fantasialand trip organised for students. Students interested in participating in both activities should take this scheduling overlap into account when planning their registration.

Registration is mandatory – Please register below:

LUNEX

50, avenue du Parc des Sports / 4671 Differdange / Luxembourg

Good to know

Application for a Bachelor’s programme:
1. Fill out our Online Application Form.
2. Take part in one of our Application Days. We will invite you to attend in person.
3. After successful participation in the Application Day we will email you with your study agreement. Please print it out, sign it and then send it to LUNEX by post or by e-mail, along with the evidence documents specified in the email.

Application for a Master’s programme:
1. Fill out our Online Application Form.
2. If you have met all the prerequisites for the Master’s programme, we will email you with your study agreement. Please read it carefully, print it out and sign it.
3. In order to complete your application, please send the signed study agreement along with all other required evidence documents by post to LUNEX.

As an applicant for one of our Bachelor’s programmes, you will be invited to attend an Application Day online. A selection procedure will take place on this day to check whether you meet the necessary prerequisites for the course.

More about the Application Day

The language of instruction in all courses at LUNEX is English. You should therefore be able to speak and understand English well. You have the opportunity to participate in the Pre-Bachelor Foundation Programme and improve your English if your language skills do not meet the entrance requirements for study at Bachelor level.

We will inform you in the course of the application process which supporting documents have to be provided and when. In principle, we need the following documents for your application:

  • Copy of your personal ID
  • Copy of the highest educational and/or vocational qualification
  • Language certificate (if applicable)

Depending on the degree programme (Bachelor/Master) and your country of origin (EU/non-EU), further documents may be required. More details will be provided to you in good time.

To secure a study place, we recommend that you send us your documents as soon as possible – but at the latest two weeks before the start of your studies. If you are an applicant from outside the EU, you should note that the application process for a visa can take four to 60 days. Please make sure you give yourself plenty of time.