The Springtime Run
Mountain Biking and Trail Running covering 800 m to 49 km in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin (Normandy, France)
The Springtime Run is an endurance sporting event in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandy, FR focused on Mountain Biking, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Seaside & Coast, Kids & Youth Races.
The race program comprises 12 competitions, including MTB 49 km (49 km, +1,274 m D+), MTB 36 km (36 km, +936 m D+), Trail 29 km (29 km, +754 m D+), Trail 20 km (20 km, +520 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +416 m D+), and Walking 16 km (16 km, +72 m D+) (12 competitions in total). 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 (ustcyclisme.fr).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (12)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTB 49 km | Mountain Biking | 49 km | +1,274 m | 19 m - 554 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| MTB 36 km | Mountain Biking | 36 km | +936 m | 22 m - 415 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 29 km | Trail Running | 29 km | +754 m | 25 m - 342 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 20 km | Trail Running | 20 km | +520 m | 28 m - 246 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 16 km | Trail Running | 16 km | +416 m | 31 m - 206 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 16 km | Walking & Hiking | 16 km | +72 m | 19 m - 49 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| MTB 15 km | Mountain Biking | 15 km | +390 m | 22 m - 186 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 10 km | Walking & Hiking | 10 km | +45 m | 25 m - 44 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 6 km | Trail Running | 6 km | +156 m | 28 m - 94 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 6 km | Walking & Hiking | 6 km | +27 m | 31 m - 42 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Kids trail (1.2 km) | Trail Running | 1.2 km | +31 m | 19 m - 32 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Kids' trail (800 m) | Trail Running | 800 m | +21 m | 22 m - 31 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 19 m to 554 m above sea level (+1,274 m D+, -1,274 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 22 m to 415 m above sea level (+936 m D+, -936 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 25 m to 342 m above sea level (+754 m D+, -754 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 28 m to 246 m above sea level (+520 m D+, -520 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 31 m to 206 m above sea level (+416 m D+, -416 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 19 m to 49 m above sea level (+72 m D+, -72 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 22 m to 186 m above sea level (+390 m D+, -390 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 25 m to 44 m above sea level (+45 m D+, -45 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 28 m to 94 m above sea level (+156 m D+, -156 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 31 m to 42 m above sea level (+27 m D+, -27 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 19 m to 32 m above sea level (+31 m D+, -31 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 22 m to 31 m above sea level (+21 m D+, -21 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does The Springtime Run take place?
The Springtime Run takes place in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandy, FR (start area at coordinates 49.6339° N, 1.6222° 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 The Springtime Run?
The race program comprises 12 competitions, including MTB 49 km (49 km, +1,274 m D+), MTB 36 km (36 km, +936 m D+), Trail 29 km (29 km, +754 m D+), Trail 20 km (20 km, +520 m D+), Trail 16 km (16 km, +416 m D+), and Walking 16 km (16 km, +72 m D+) (12 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Mountain Biking, Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Springtime Run?
The main competition (MTB 49 km over 49 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,274 m of elevation gain and -1,274 m of elevation loss, ranging between 19 m and 554 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 Springtime Run?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ustcyclisme.fr).