Trail RunningWalking & Hiking

Course des Terrils

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 3 km to 45 km with up to 290 m D+ in Raismes (Hauts-de-France, France)

LocationRaismes, Hauts-de-France, FranceShow on map(50.4081° N, 3.4999° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition1984
Elevation gainUp to +1,170 m

Course des Terrils is an endurance sporting event in Raismes, Hauts-de-France, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 1984, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Multi-Day, Unusual Venue.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 45 km (45 km, +1,170 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +290 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +180 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Trail 9 km (9 km, +234 m D+), and Trail 3 km (3 km, +78 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 (coursedesterrils.org).

Official website
Course des Terrils in Raismes (Work: "Cap Blanc-Nez, view to the cliffs of Dover", Photo: Dguendel, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cap Blanc-Nez, view to the cliffs of Dover" · Photo: Dguendel · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMulti-DayUnusual Venue

Races & distances (6)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 45 kmTrail Running45 km+1,170 m52 m - 543 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+290 m55 m - 177 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 16 kmTrail Running16 km+180 m58 m - 134 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 10 kmWalking & Hiking10 km+45 m61 m - 80 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 9 kmTrail Running9 km+234 m64 m - 162 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 3 kmTrail Running3 km+78 m52 m - 85 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
45 km
Elevation gain
+1,170 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,170 m D-
Altitude range
52 m - 543 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
45 km+1,170 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS50.4081° N, 3.4999° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 52 m to 543 m above sea level (+1,170 m D+, -1,170 m D-)

Peak: 543 m·at 15.2 km·Ø 5.2 %
52 m216 m379 m543 m0 km9 km18 km27 km36 km45 km543 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Course des Terrils take place?

Course des Terrils takes place in Raismes, Hauts-de-France, FR (start area at coordinates 50.4081° N, 3.4999° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Course des Terrils?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including Trail 45 km (45 km, +1,170 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +290 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +180 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Trail 9 km (9 km, +234 m D+), and Trail 3 km (3 km, +78 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Course des Terrils?

The main competition (Trail 45 km over 45 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,170 m of elevation gain and -1,170 m of elevation loss, ranging between 52 m and 543 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 Course des Terrils?

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