Cross Ouest France
Cross Country and Trail Running covering 2.6 km to 20.7 km with up to 180 m D+ in Le Mans (Pays de la Loire, France)
Cross Ouest France is an endurance sporting event in Le Mans, Pays de la Loire, FR focused on Cross Country Running, Trail Running, Nordic Walking and Road Cycling. First held in 1981, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Night Run.
The race program comprises 11 competitions, including Semi-Night Trail (20.7 km, +180 m D+), Nordic Walking Competition (12.8 km, +58 m D+), 10 km Nature (10.8 km, +49 m D+), Open Relay (7.3 km, +80 m D+), Cross Long (6.9 km, +31 m D+), and 5 km for Women (5.6 km, +25 m D+) (11 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from January 16, 2027 to January 17, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cross-ouestfrance.fr).
Races & distances (11)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Night Trail | Trail Running | 20.7 km | +180 m | 59 m - 135 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Nordic Walking Competition | Nordic Walking | 12.8 km | +58 m | 62 m - 86 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 10 km Nature | Cross Country Running | 10.8 km | +49 m | 65 m - 86 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Open Relay | Road Cycling | 7.3 km | +80 m | 68 m - 102 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Cross Long | Cross Country Running | 6.9 km | +31 m | 71 m - 84 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 5 km for Women | Cross Country Running | 5.6 km | +25 m | 59 m - 69 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Nordic Walking Leisure | Nordic Walking | 5.6 km | +25 m | 62 m - 72 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Canicross | Cross Country Running | 5.6 km | +25 m | 65 m - 75 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 5km au Masculin | Trail Running | 5.6 km | +146 m | 68 m - 129 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Cross court | Cross Country Running | 4.1 km | +18 m | 71 m - 79 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Family Loop | Cross Country Running | 2.6 km | +12 m | 59 m - 63 m | Multi-lap course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 59 m to 135 m above sea level (+180 m D+, -180 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 62 m to 86 m above sea level (+58 m D+, -58 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 65 m to 86 m above sea level (+49 m D+, -49 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 68 m to 102 m above sea level (+80 m D+, -80 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 71 m to 84 m above sea level (+31 m D+, -31 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 59 m to 69 m above sea level (+25 m D+, -25 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 62 m to 72 m above sea level (+25 m D+, -25 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 65 m to 75 m above sea level (+25 m D+, -25 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 68 m to 129 m above sea level (+146 m D+, -146 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 71 m to 79 m above sea level (+18 m D+, -18 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 59 m to 63 m above sea level (+12 m D+, -12 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Cross Ouest France take place?
Cross Ouest France takes place in Le Mans, Pays de la Loire, FR (start area at coordinates 47.9883° N, 0.2452° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from January 16, 2027 to January 17, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Cross Ouest France?
The race program comprises 11 competitions, including Semi-Night Trail (20.7 km, +180 m D+), Nordic Walking Competition (12.8 km, +58 m D+), 10 km Nature (10.8 km, +49 m D+), Open Relay (7.3 km, +80 m D+), Cross Long (6.9 km, +31 m D+), and 5 km for Women (5.6 km, +25 m D+) (11 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Cross Country Running, Trail Running, Nordic Walking and Road Cycling.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Cross Ouest France?
The main competition (Semi-Night Trail over 20.7 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +180 m of elevation gain and -180 m of elevation loss, ranging between 59 m and 135 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 Cross Ouest France?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (cross-ouestfrance.fr).