Trail RunningNordic Walking

Les Foulées des Bords de Loire

Trail Running and Nordic Walking covering 5.5 km to 12 km in Sainte-Luce-sur-Loire (Pays de la Loire, France)

LocationSainte-Luce-sur-Loire, Pays de la Loire, FranceShow on map(47.2543° N, 1.4773° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +312 m

Les Foulées des Bords de Loire is an endurance sporting event in Sainte-Luce-sur-Loire, Pays de la Loire, FR focused on Trail Running and Nordic Walking. Key features include Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road, Lakes & Ponds, Relay.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+), Nordic Walking 11.3 km (11.3 km, +51 m D+), Trail 5.5 km (Relay) (5.5 km, +143 m D+), and Trail 5.5 km (5.5 km, +143 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 (racingclubnantais.fr).

Official website
Les Foulées des Bords de Loire in Sainte-Luce-sur-Loire (Work: "Chambord Castle, Loire Valley - FRANCE", Photo: Ignaz Wiradi, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Chambord Castle, Loire Valley - FRANCE" · Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-RoadLakes & PondsRelay

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+312 m4 m - 135 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic Walking 11.3 kmNordic Walking11.3 km+51 m7 m - 28 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 5.5 km (Relay)Trail Running5.5 km+143 m10 m - 70 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 5.5 kmTrail Running5.5 km+143 m13 m - 73 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
12 km
Elevation gain
+312 m D+
Elevation loss
-312 m D-
Altitude range
4 m - 135 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
12 km+312 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N246810FS47.2544° N, 1.4773° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 4 m to 135 m above sea level (+312 m D+, -312 m D-)

Peak: 135 m·at 7.8 km·Ø 5.2 %
4 m48 m91 m135 m0 km2.4 km4.8 km7.2 km9.6 km12 km135 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Les Foulées des Bords de Loire take place?

Les Foulées des Bords de Loire takes place in Sainte-Luce-sur-Loire, Pays de la Loire, FR (start area at coordinates 47.2543° N, 1.4773° 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 Les Foulées des Bords de Loire?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+), Nordic Walking 11.3 km (11.3 km, +51 m D+), Trail 5.5 km (Relay) (5.5 km, +143 m D+), and Trail 5.5 km (5.5 km, +143 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Nordic Walking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Les Foulées des Bords de Loire?

The main competition (Trail 12 km over 12 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +312 m of elevation gain and -312 m of elevation loss, ranging between 4 m and 135 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 des Bords de Loire?

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