Belle-Île en Trail
Trail Running covering 11 km to 81 km with up to 2,000 m D+ in Le Palais (Brittany, France)
Belle-Île en Trail is an endurance sporting event in Le Palais, Brittany, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2010, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Island, Seaside & Coast, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.
The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Ultra of the Waves (81 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail of the Ponant (45 km, +1,000 m D+), La Jean-No (32 km, +800 m D+), La Palantine (19 km, +216 m D+), and The Semaphore Race (11 km, +150 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for September 18, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (belle-ile-en-trail.com).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (5)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra of the Waves | Trail Running | 81 km | +2,000 m | 8 m - 848 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail of the Ponant | Trail Running | 45 km | +1,000 m | 11 m - 431 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Jean-No | Trail Running | 32 km | +800 m | 14 m - 350 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Palantine | Trail Running | 19 km | +216 m | 17 m - 108 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Semaphore Race | Trail Running | 11 km | +150 m | 20 m - 83 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 8 m to 848 m above sea level (+2,000 m D+, -2,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 11 m to 431 m above sea level (+1,000 m D+, -1,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 14 m to 350 m above sea level (+800 m D+, -800 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 17 m to 108 m above sea level (+216 m D+, -216 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 20 m to 83 m above sea level (+150 m D+, -150 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Belle-Île en Trail take place?
Belle-Île en Trail takes place in Le Palais, Brittany, FR (start area at coordinates 47.347° N, 3.1564° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for September 18, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Belle-Île en Trail?
The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Ultra of the Waves (81 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail of the Ponant (45 km, +1,000 m D+), La Jean-No (32 km, +800 m D+), La Palantine (19 km, +216 m D+), and The Semaphore Race (11 km, +150 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Belle-Île en Trail?
The main competition (Ultra of the Waves over 81 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,000 m of elevation gain and -2,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 848 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 Belle-Île en Trail?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (belle-ile-en-trail.com).