Trail Running

Défi Trails Lillois

Trail Running covering 8 km to 45 km in Lille (Hauts-de-France, France)

LocationLille, Hauts-de-France, FranceShow on map(50.6298° N, 3.0286° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2002
Elevation gainUp to +1,170 m

Défi Trails Lillois is an endurance sporting event in Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 2002, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Night Run, Forest, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 45 km (45 km, +1,170 m D+), Trail 30 km (30 km, +780 m D+), Trail 22 km (22 km, +572 m D+), Trail 15 km (15 km, +390 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+), and Trail 8 km (8 km, +208 m D+) (7 competitions in total). 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 (trail-des-remparts-lillois.com).

Official website
Défi Trails Lillois in Lille (Work: "Table mountain light painting", Photo: Jonathan Beech, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Table mountain light painting" · Photo: Jonathan Beech · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Night RunForestMulti-Day

Races & distances (7)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 45 kmTrail Running45 km+1,170 m17 m - 508 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 30 kmTrail Running30 km+780 m20 m - 348 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 22 kmTrail Running22 km+572 m23 m - 263 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 15 kmTrail Running15 km+390 m26 m - 190 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+312 m29 m - 160 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 8 kmTrail Running8 km+208 m17 m - 104 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Les 6h LilloisesTrail Running6 h+260 m20 m - 129 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
17 m - 508 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
45 km+1,170 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS50.6298° N, 3.0286° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 17 m to 508 m above sea level (+1,170 m D+, -1,170 m D-)

Peak: 508 m·at 11.4 km·Ø 5.2 %
17 m181 m344 m508 m0 km9 km18 km27 km36 km45 km508 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Défi Trails Lillois take place?

Défi Trails Lillois takes place in Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR (start area at coordinates 50.6298° N, 3.0286° 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 Défi Trails Lillois?

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 45 km (45 km, +1,170 m D+), Trail 30 km (30 km, +780 m D+), Trail 22 km (22 km, +572 m D+), Trail 15 km (15 km, +390 m D+), Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+), and Trail 8 km (8 km, +208 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Défi Trails Lillois?

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 17 m and 508 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 Défi Trails Lillois?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trail-des-remparts-lillois.com).