The Maginot Trail

Trail Running covering 12 km to 32 km in Saint-Michel (Hauts-de-France, France)

Location

Saint-Michel, Hauts-de-France, FranceShow on map(49.9195° N, 4.1328° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +832 m

The Maginot Trail is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Michel, Hauts-de-France, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 32 km (32 km, +832 m D+), Trail 24 km (24 km, +624 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 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 (facebook.com).

Official website

The Maginot Trail in Saint-Michel (Work: "Cap Blanc Nez 1", Photo: Donarreiskoffer, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Cap Blanc Nez 1" · Photo: **Donarreiskoffer** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-Road Forest

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 32 km	Trail Running	32 km	+832 m	197 m - 546 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 24 km	Trail Running	24 km	+624 m	200 m - 462 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 12 km	Trail Running	12 km	+312 m	203 m - 334 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

32 km

Elevation gain

+832 m D+

Elevation loss

-832 m D-

Altitude range

197 m - 546 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

32 km+832 m D+Peak 546 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 197 m to 546 m above sea level (+832 m D+, -832 m D-)

Peak: 546 m·at 14.8 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Maginot Trail take place?

The Maginot Trail takes place in Saint-Michel, Hauts-de-France, FR (start area at coordinates 49.9195° N, 4.1328° 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 The Maginot Trail?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 32 km (32 km, +832 m D+), Trail 24 km (24 km, +624 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Maginot Trail?

The main competition (Trail 32 km over 32 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +832 m of elevation gain and -832 m of elevation loss, ranging between 197 m and 546 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 The Maginot Trail?

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