Trail Running

Menestrail

Trail Running covering 7 km to 54 km in Moncontour (Brittany, France)

LocationMoncontour, Brittany, FranceShow on map(48.3598° N, 2.6303° W)
Date & StatusDecember 5, 2026Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +1,404 m

Menestrail is an endurance sporting event in Moncontour, Brittany, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Le Grand Menestrail (54 km, +1,404 m D+), La Cambrousse (34 km, +884 m D+), Le Menestrail (24 km, +624 m D+), La Crapahute (14 km, +364 m D+), and Le Tour du Courtil (7 km, +182 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 5, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (menestrail.bzh).

Official website
Menestrail in Moncontour (Work: "Bretagne - Côte de Granit Rose", Photo: W. Bulach, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Bretagne - Côte de Granit Rose" · Photo: W. Bulach · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForest

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Le Grand MenestrailTrail Running54 km+1,404 m65 m - 655 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La CambrousseTrail Running34 km+884 m68 m - 439 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le MenestrailTrail Running24 km+624 m71 m - 333 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La CrapahuteTrail Running14 km+364 m74 m - 227 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Le Tour du CourtilTrail Running7 km+182 m77 m - 153 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
54 km
Elevation gain
+1,404 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,404 m D-
Altitude range
65 m - 655 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
54 km+1,404 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS48.3598° N, 2.6304° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 65 m to 655 m above sea level (+1,404 m D+, -1,404 m D-)

Peak: 655 m·at 26.2 km·Ø 5.2 %
65 m262 m458 m655 m0 km10.8 km21.6 km32.4 km43.2 km54 km655 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Menestrail take place?

Menestrail takes place in Moncontour, Brittany, FR (start area at coordinates 48.3598° N, 2.6303° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 5, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Menestrail?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Le Grand Menestrail (54 km, +1,404 m D+), La Cambrousse (34 km, +884 m D+), Le Menestrail (24 km, +624 m D+), La Crapahute (14 km, +364 m D+), and Le Tour du Courtil (7 km, +182 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Menestrail?

The main competition (Le Grand Menestrail over 54 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,404 m of elevation gain and -1,404 m of elevation loss, ranging between 65 m and 655 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 Menestrail?

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