Foulées de l'Ardente

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 5 km to 15 km in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin (Hauts-de-France, France)

Location

Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, Hauts-de-France, FranceShow on map(49.2000° N, 2.4897° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +390 m

Foulées de l'Ardente is an endurance sporting event in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, Hauts-de-France, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 15 km (15 km, +390 m D+), Trail 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Trail 5 km (5 km, +130 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 (lardente.fr).

Official website

Foulées de l'Ardente in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin (Work: "Cap Blanc Nez 1", Photo: Donarreiskoffer, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Cap Blanc Nez 1" · Photo: **Donarreiskoffer** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Kids & Youth Races Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 15 km	Trail Running	15 km	+390 m	104 m - 268 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 10 km	Trail Running	10 km	+260 m	107 m - 216 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 10 km	Walking & Hiking	10 km	+45 m	110 m - 129 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 5 km	Trail Running	5 km	+130 m	113 m - 168 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

15 km

Elevation gain

+390 m D+

Elevation loss

-390 m D-

Altitude range

104 m - 268 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

15 km+390 m D+Peak 268 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 104 m to 268 m above sea level (+390 m D+, -390 m D-)

Peak: 268 m·at 10.2 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Foulées de l'Ardente take place?

Foulées de l'Ardente takes place in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, Hauts-de-France, FR (start area at coordinates 49.2° N, 2.4897° 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 Foulées de l'Ardente?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 15 km (15 km, +390 m D+), Trail 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Trail 5 km (5 km, +130 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Foulées de l'Ardente?

The main competition (Trail 15 km over 15 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +390 m of elevation gain and -390 m of elevation loss, ranging between 104 m and 268 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 Foulées de l'Ardente?

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