Iron Cross Trail by Night

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 9 km to 16 km with up to 400 m D+ in Le Mériot (Grand Est, France)

LocationLe Mériot, Grand Est, FranceShow on map(48.5118° N, 3.4288° E)
Date & StatusNovember 14, 2026Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +400 m

Iron Cross Trail by Night is an endurance sporting event in Le Mériot, Grand Est, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Night Run.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 16 km (16 km, +400 m D+), and Hiking (9 km, +40 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 14, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (esperance-endurance-trail-nogent.com).

Iron Cross Trail by Night in Le Mériot (Work: "Malta - Sliema - Tigné Point - outer trail 05 ies", Photo: Frank Vincentz, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 16 kmTrail Running16 km+400 m64 m - 232 mLoop courseRoute & profile
HikingWalking & Hiking9 km+40 m67 m - 84 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
16 km
Elevation gain
+400 m D+
Elevation loss
-400 m D-
Altitude range
64 m - 232 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5 % / 9 %
Course format
Loop course
16 km+400 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N2468101214FS48.5118° N, 3.4288° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 64 m to 232 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)

Peak: 232 m·at 8.7 km·Ø 5 %
64 m120 m176 m232 m0 km3.2 km6.4 km9.6 km12.8 km16 km232 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Iron Cross Trail by Night take place?

Iron Cross Trail by Night takes place in Le Mériot, Grand Est, FR (start area at coordinates 48.5118° N, 3.4288° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 14, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Iron Cross Trail by Night?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 16 km (16 km, +400 m D+), and Hiking (9 km, +40 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Iron Cross Trail by Night?

The main competition (Trail 16 km over 16 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +400 m of elevation gain and -400 m of elevation loss, ranging between 64 m and 232 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 Iron Cross Trail by Night?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (esperance-endurance-trail-nogent.com).