Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 7.5 km to 21 km with up to 550 m D+ in Cherves-Richemont (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France)

LocationCherves-Richemont, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceShow on map(45.7376° N, 0.3562° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +550 m

Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche is an endurance sporting event in Cherves-Richemont, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Vineyards, Festive, Forest.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Grand Tour de l'Abaca (21 km, +550 m D+), Boucle du Chêne Vert (14 km, +250 m D+), La Balade des Ouins Ouins (10.5 km, +47 m D+), and Petit Tour de la Cheminée (7.5 km, +120 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 (teamouinsouins.com).

Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche in Cherves-Richemont (Work: "Tandem bicycle near Sancerre", Photo: Cjp24, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Grand Tour de l'AbacaTrail Running21 km+550 m16 m - 247 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Boucle du Chêne VertTrail Running14 km+250 m19 m - 74 mMulti-lap courseRoute & profile
La Balade des Ouins OuinsWalking & Hiking10.5 km+47 m22 m - 42 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Petit Tour de la CheminéeTrail Running7.5 km+120 m25 m - 75 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
21 km
Elevation gain
+550 m D+
Elevation loss
-550 m D-
Altitude range
16 m - 247 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
21 km+550 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520FS45.7376° N, 0.3562° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 16 m to 247 m above sea level (+550 m D+, -550 m D-)

Peak: 247 m·at 6.4 km·Ø 5.2 %
16 m93 m170 m247 m0 km4.2 km8.4 km12.6 km16.8 km21 km247 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche take place?

Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche takes place in Cherves-Richemont, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR (start area at coordinates 45.7376° N, 0.3562° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Grand Tour de l'Abaca (21 km, +550 m D+), Boucle du Chêne Vert (14 km, +250 m D+), La Balade des Ouins Ouins (10.5 km, +47 m D+), and Petit Tour de la Cheminée (7.5 km, +120 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche?

The main competition (Grand Tour de l'Abaca over 21 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +550 m of elevation gain and -550 m of elevation loss, ranging between 16 m and 247 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 Grand Trail de la Folle Blanche?

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