Les Courses du Père Noël
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 10 km to 133 km in Les Herbiers (Pays de la Loire, France)
Les Courses du Père Noël is an endurance sporting event in Les Herbiers, Pays de la Loire, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Lakes & Ponds, Point-to-Point.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including La H.O.T du Père Noël (133 km, +3,458 m D+), La Surprise du Pere Noël (35 km, +910 m D+), Trail 24 km (24 km, +624 m D+), Walking 16 km (16 km, +72 m D+), Trail 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), and Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from December 19, 2026 to December 20, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (coursesduperenoel.abvendee.fr).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La H.O.T du Père Noël | Trail Running | 133 km | +3,458 m | 149 m - 2,397 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| La Surprise du Pere Noël | Trail Running | 35 km | +910 m | 152 m - 744 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| Trail 24 km | Trail Running | 24 km | +624 m | 155 m - 561 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| Walking 16 km | Walking & Hiking | 16 km | +72 m | 158 m - 205 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| Trail 10 km | Trail Running | 10 km | +260 m | 161 m - 330 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| Walking 10 km | Walking & Hiking | 10 km | +45 m | 149 m - 178 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 149 m to 2,397 m above sea level (+3,458 m D+, -2,939 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 152 m to 744 m above sea level (+910 m D+, -774 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 155 m to 561 m above sea level (+624 m D+, -530 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 158 m to 205 m above sea level (+72 m D+, -61 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 161 m to 330 m above sea level (+260 m D+, -221 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 149 m to 178 m above sea level (+45 m D+, -38 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Les Courses du Père Noël take place?
Les Courses du Père Noël takes place in Les Herbiers, Pays de la Loire, FR (start area at coordinates 46.8692° N, 1.0134° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from December 19, 2026 to December 20, 2026.
What races and distances are offered at Les Courses du Père Noël?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including La H.O.T du Père Noël (133 km, +3,458 m D+), La Surprise du Pere Noël (35 km, +910 m D+), Trail 24 km (24 km, +624 m D+), Walking 16 km (16 km, +72 m D+), Trail 10 km (10 km, +260 m D+), and Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Les Courses du Père Noël?
The main competition (La H.O.T du Père Noël over 133 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +3,458 m of elevation gain and -2,939 m of elevation loss, ranging between 149 m and 2,397 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 Les Courses du Père Noël?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (coursesduperenoel.abvendee.fr).