Les Foulées de la Vallée Noire

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 7 km to 21 km in Mers-sur-Indre (Centre-Val de Loire, France)

LocationMers-sur-Indre, Centre-Val de Loire, FranceShow on map(46.6781° N, 1.8589° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +546 m

Les Foulées de la Vallée Noire is an endurance sporting event in Mers-sur-Indre, Centre-Val de Loire, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Seaside & Coast.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 21 km (21 km, +546 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +338 m D+), Trail 7 km (7 km, +182 m D+), Trail 7 km (Canitrail) (7 km, +182 m D+), and Walking 7 km (7 km, +32 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 (lesfouleesdelavalleenoire.wordpress.com).

Les Foulées de la Vallée Noire in Mers-sur-Indre (Work: "Chambord Castle, Loire Valley - FRANCE", Photo: Ignaz Wiradi, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 21 kmTrail Running21 km+546 m8 m - 237 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 13 kmTrail Running13 km+338 m11 m - 153 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 7 kmTrail Running7 km+182 m14 m - 90 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 7 km (Canitrail)Trail Running7 km+182 m17 m - 93 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 7 kmWalking & Hiking7 km+32 m20 m - 33 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
21 km
Elevation gain
+546 m D+
Elevation loss
-546 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 237 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
21 km+546 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520FS46.6781° N, 1.8589° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 237 m above sea level (+546 m D+, -546 m D-)

Peak: 237 m·at 7.3 km·Ø 5.2 %
8 m84 m161 m237 m0 km4.2 km8.4 km12.6 km16.8 km21 km237 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Les Foulées de la Vallée Noire take place?

Les Foulées de la Vallée Noire takes place in Mers-sur-Indre, Centre-Val de Loire, FR (start area at coordinates 46.6781° N, 1.8589° 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 Les Foulées de la Vallée Noire?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail 21 km (21 km, +546 m D+), Trail 13 km (13 km, +338 m D+), Trail 7 km (7 km, +182 m D+), Trail 7 km (Canitrail) (7 km, +182 m D+), and Walking 7 km (7 km, +32 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Les Foulées de la Vallée Noire?

The main competition (Trail 21 km over 21 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +546 m of elevation gain and -546 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 237 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 Foulées de la Vallée Noire?

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