Trail RunningNordic Walking

Gwened Avantur

Trail Running and Nordic Walking covering 8 km to 21 km in Vannes (Brittany, France)

LocationVannes, Brittany, FranceShow on map(47.6582° N, 2.7608° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +546 m

Gwened Avantur is an endurance sporting event in Vannes, Brittany, FR focused on Trail Running and Nordic Walking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 21 km (21 km, +546 m D+), Nordic Walking 16 km (16 km, +72 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+), Trail 8 km (8 km, +208 m D+), and Nordic Walking 8 km (8 km, +36 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (vannes.asptt.com).

Official website
Gwened Avantur in Vannes (Work: "Côte de granit rose - Frankreich", Photo: W. Bulach, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Côte de granit rose - Frankreich" · Photo: W. Bulach · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForest

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 21 kmTrail Running21 km+546 m2 m - 231 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic Walking 16 kmNordic Walking16 km+72 m5 m - 35 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+312 m8 m - 139 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 8 kmTrail Running8 km+208 m11 m - 98 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic Walking 8 kmNordic Walking8 km+36 m14 m - 29 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
21 km
Elevation gain
+546 m D+
Elevation loss
-546 m D-
Altitude range
2 m - 231 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
21 km+546 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520FS47.6582° N, 2.7609° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 231 m above sea level (+546 m D+, -546 m D-)

Peak: 231 m·at 11.7 km·Ø 5.2 %
2 m78 m155 m231 m0 km4.2 km8.4 km12.6 km16.8 km21 km231 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Gwened Avantur take place?

Gwened Avantur takes place in Vannes, Brittany, FR (start area at coordinates 47.6582° N, 2.7608° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Gwened Avantur?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 21 km (21 km, +546 m D+), Nordic Walking 16 km (16 km, +72 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+), Trail 8 km (8 km, +208 m D+), and Nordic Walking 8 km (8 km, +36 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Nordic Walking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Gwened Avantur?

The main competition (Trail 21 km over 21 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +546 m of elevation gain and -546 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 231 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Gwened Avantur?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (vannes.asptt.com).