Trail de la Roche d'Oëtre
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 5 km to 105 km with up to 2,100 m D+ in Saint-Philbert-sur-Orne (Normandy, France)
Trail de la Roche d'Oëtre is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Philbert-sur-Orne, Normandy, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 2019, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Kids & Youth Races, Night Run.
The race program comprises 14 competitions, including DÉFI (17+88) (105 km, +3,990 m D+), Trail 88 km (88 km, +2,100 m D+), DÉFI 82 (17+65) (82 km, +3,116 m D+), Trail 39 km (39 km, +1,800 m D+), Trail 30 km (30 km, +1,050 m D+), and DÉFI 29 (17+12) (29 km, +1,102 m D+) (14 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 (activorne.com).

Event characteristics
Races & distances (14)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DÉFI (17+88) | Trail Running | 105 km | +3,990 m | 26 m - 1,702 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 88 km | Trail Running | 88 km | +2,100 m | 29 m - 911 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| DÉFI 82 (17+65) | Trail Running | 82 km | +3,116 m | 32 m - 1,341 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 39 km | Trail Running | 39 km | +1,800 m | 35 m - 791 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 30 km | Trail Running | 30 km | +1,050 m | 38 m - 479 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| DÉFI 29 (17+12) | Trail Running | 29 km | +1,102 m | 26 m - 489 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 22 km | Walking & Hiking | 22 km | +1,000 m | 29 m - 449 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 17 km | Walking & Hiking | 17 km | +750 m | 32 m - 347 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Nocturne | Trail Running | 17 km | +750 m | 35 m - 350 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 17 km | Trail Running | 17 km | +750 m | 38 m - 353 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 13 km | Trail Running | 13 km | +494 m | 26 m - 233 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 13 km | Walking & Hiking | 13 km | +450 m | 29 m - 218 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 8 km | Walking & Hiking | 8 km | +36 m | 32 m - 47 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 5 km | Trail Running | 5 km | +160 m | 35 m - 102 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 26 m to 1,702 m above sea level (+3,990 m D+, -3,990 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 29 m to 911 m above sea level (+2,100 m D+, -2,100 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 32 m to 1,341 m above sea level (+3,116 m D+, -3,116 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 35 m to 791 m above sea level (+1,800 m D+, -1,800 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 38 m to 479 m above sea level (+1,050 m D+, -1,050 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 26 m to 489 m above sea level (+1,102 m D+, -1,102 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 29 m to 449 m above sea level (+1,000 m D+, -1,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 32 m to 347 m above sea level (+750 m D+, -750 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 35 m to 350 m above sea level (+750 m D+, -750 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 38 m to 353 m above sea level (+750 m D+, -750 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 26 m to 233 m above sea level (+494 m D+, -494 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 29 m to 218 m above sea level (+450 m D+, -450 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 32 m to 47 m above sea level (+36 m D+, -36 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 35 m to 102 m above sea level (+160 m D+, -160 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Trail de la Roche d'Oëtre take place?
Trail de la Roche d'Oëtre takes place in Saint-Philbert-sur-Orne, Normandy, FR (start area at coordinates 48.8285° N, 0.382° 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 Trail de la Roche d'Oëtre?
The race program comprises 14 competitions, including DÉFI (17+88) (105 km, +3,990 m D+), Trail 88 km (88 km, +2,100 m D+), DÉFI 82 (17+65) (82 km, +3,116 m D+), Trail 39 km (39 km, +1,800 m D+), Trail 30 km (30 km, +1,050 m D+), and DÉFI 29 (17+12) (29 km, +1,102 m D+) (14 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail de la Roche d'Oëtre?
The main competition (DÉFI (17+88) over 105 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,990 m of elevation gain and -3,990 m of elevation loss, ranging between 26 m and 1,702 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 la Roche d'Oëtre?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (activorne.com).