Trail RunningWalking & HikingNational Trail Challenge

Trail de Fontfroide

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 9 km to 55 km with up to 2,000 m D+ in Narbonne (Occitanie, France)

LocationNarbonne, Occitanie, FranceShow on map(43.1782° N, 3.0323° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
First edition2002
Elevation gainUp to +2,000 m

Trail de Fontfroide is an endurance sporting event in Narbonne, Occitanie, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 2002, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of National Trail Challenge. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Multi-Day, Mountain.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail des cisterciens (55 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail de Fontfroide (35 km, +1,300 m D+), Trail de la Narbonnaise (14 km, +700 m D+), Rando de l'Abbaye (10 km, +45 m D+), and Trail 9 km (9 km, +400 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 (traildefontfroide.com).

Official website
Trail de Fontfroide in Narbonne (Work: "GR129 in Thuin (DSC 0158)", Photo: Trougnouf (Benoit Brummer), License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"GR129 in Thuin (DSC 0158)" · Photo: Trougnouf (Benoit Brummer) · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMulti-DayMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail des cisterciensTrail Running55 km+2,000 m3 m - 843 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail de FontfroideTrail Running35 km+1,300 m6 m - 552 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail de la NarbonnaiseTrail Running14 km+700 m9 m - 303 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Rando de l'AbbayeWalking & Hiking10 km+45 m12 m - 31 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 9 kmTrail Running9 km+400 m15 m - 183 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
55 km
Elevation gain
+2,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,000 m D-
Altitude range
3 m - 843 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.3 % / 13.1 %
Course format
Loop course
55 km+2,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS43.1782° N, 3.0323° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 3 m to 843 m above sea level (+2,000 m D+, -2,000 m D-)

Peak: 843 m·at 25.2 km·Ø 7.3 %
3 m283 m563 m843 m0 km11 km22 km33 km44 km55 km843 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail de Fontfroide take place?

Trail de Fontfroide takes place in Narbonne, Occitanie, FR (start area at coordinates 43.1782° N, 3.0323° 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 Trail de Fontfroide?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Trail des cisterciens (55 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail de Fontfroide (35 km, +1,300 m D+), Trail de la Narbonnaise (14 km, +700 m D+), Rando de l'Abbaye (10 km, +45 m D+), and Trail 9 km (9 km, +400 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail de Fontfroide?

The main competition (Trail des cisterciens over 55 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,000 m of elevation gain and -2,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 3 m and 843 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 Trail de Fontfroide?

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