Trail RunningWalking & Hiking

L'Xaltante

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 1.5 km to 10 km in Villeneuve-d'Ascq (Hauts-de-France, France)

LocationVilleneuve-d'Ascq, Hauts-de-France, FranceShow on map(50.6347° N, 3.1549° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +260 m

L'Xaltante is an endurance sporting event in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Hauts-de-France, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Charity Run, Festive, Kids & Youth Races, Eco-Friendly.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), Walking 8 km (8 km, +36 m D+), Trail 5 km (5 km, +130 m D+), Walking 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and L'Xalt'hand (1.5 km, +39 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 (xaltante.com).

Official website
L'Xaltante in Villeneuve-d'Ascq (Work: "Cap Blanc-Nez, view to the cliffs of Dover", Photo: Dguendel, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cap Blanc-Nez, view to the cliffs of Dover" · Photo: Dguendel · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Charity RunFestiveKids & Youth RacesEco-Friendly

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+260 m27 m - 136 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 8 kmWalking & Hiking8 km+36 m30 m - 45 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 5 kmTrail Running5 km+130 m33 m - 88 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 5 kmWalking & Hiking5 km+22 m36 m - 45 mLoop courseRoute & profile
L'Xalt'handTrail Running1.5 km+39 m39 m - 55 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
10 km
Elevation gain
+260 m D+
Elevation loss
-260 m D-
Altitude range
27 m - 136 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
10 km+260 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N2468FS50.6348° N, 3.1549° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 27 m to 136 m above sea level (+260 m D+, -260 m D-)

Peak: 136 m·at 5.4 km·Ø 5.2 %
27 m63 m100 m136 m0 km2 km4 km6 km8 km10 km136 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does L'Xaltante take place?

L'Xaltante takes place in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Hauts-de-France, FR (start area at coordinates 50.6347° N, 3.1549° 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 L'Xaltante?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), Walking 8 km (8 km, +36 m D+), Trail 5 km (5 km, +130 m D+), Walking 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and L'Xalt'hand (1.5 km, +39 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for L'Xaltante?

The main competition (Trail 10 km over 10 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +260 m of elevation gain and -260 m of elevation loss, ranging between 27 m and 136 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 L'Xaltante?

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