Trail Running Nordic Walking Walking & Hiking

Les Préautomnales

Trail Running and Nordic Walking covering 7 km to 42 km with up to 1,000 m D+ in Preaux (Normandy, France)

Location

Preaux, Normandy, FranceShow on map(49.4920° N, 1.2136° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,000 m

Les Préautomnales is an endurance sporting event in Preaux, Normandy, FR focused on Trail Running, Nordic Walking and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including La Maratrail (42 km, +1,000 m D+), L'Ecorchevache (25 km, +500 m D+), La Folletière (15 km, +250 m D+), La Nordiabolique (15 km, +68 m D+), La Mare Sangsue (7 km, +266 m D+), and La Nordilettante (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 (psn-preaux.fr).

Official website

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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Mountain

Races & distances (6)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
La Maratrail	Trail Running	42 km	+1,000 m	10 m - 430 m	Loop course	Route & profile
L'Ecorchevache	Trail Running	25 km	+500 m	13 m - 223 m	Loop course	Route & profile
La Folletière	Trail Running	15 km	+250 m	16 m - 121 m	Loop course	Route & profile
La Nordiabolique	Nordic Walking	15 km	+68 m	19 m - 48 m	Loop course	Route & profile
La Mare Sangsue	Trail Running	7 km	+266 m	22 m - 134 m	Loop course	Route & profile
La Nordilettante	Walking & Hiking	7 km	+32 m	10 m - 23 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42 km

Elevation gain

+1,000 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,000 m D-

Altitude range

10 m - 430 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

4.8 % / 8.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42 km+1,000 m D+Peak 430 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 10 m to 430 m above sea level (+1,000 m D+, -1,000 m D-)

Peak: 430 m·at 16.1 km·Ø 4.8 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Les Préautomnales take place?

Les Préautomnales takes place in Preaux, Normandy, FR (start area at coordinates 49.492° N, 1.2136° 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 Préautomnales?

The race program comprises 6 competitions, including La Maratrail (42 km, +1,000 m D+), L'Ecorchevache (25 km, +500 m D+), La Folletière (15 km, +250 m D+), La Nordiabolique (15 km, +68 m D+), La Mare Sangsue (7 km, +266 m D+), and La Nordilettante (7 km, +32 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running, Nordic Walking and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Les Préautomnales?

The main competition (La Maratrail over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,000 m of elevation gain and -1,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 10 m and 430 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 Préautomnales?

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