Trail de la sonnette
Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 8 km to 27 km with up to 600 m D+ in Le Grand-Madieu (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France)
Trail de la sonnette is an endurance sporting event in Le Grand-Madieu, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Lakes & Ponds.
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 27 km (27 km, +600 m D+), Trail 17 km (17 km, +400 m D+), Nordic Walking (13 km, +300 m D+), Walking 13 km (13 km, +58 m D+), Trail 8 km (8 km, +208 m D+), and Cani-rando (8 km, +150 m D+) (7 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 (traildelasonnette.com).

Event characteristics
Races & distances (7)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail 27 km | Trail Running | 27 km | +600 m | 78 m - 330 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 17 km | Trail Running | 17 km | +400 m | 81 m - 249 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Nordic Walking | Walking & Hiking | 13 km | +300 m | 84 m - 210 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 13 km | Walking & Hiking | 13 km | +58 m | 87 m - 111 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail 8 km | Trail Running | 8 km | +208 m | 90 m - 177 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Cani-rando | Walking & Hiking | 8 km | +150 m | 78 m - 141 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Walking 8 km | Walking & Hiking | 8 km | +36 m | 81 m - 96 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 78 m to 330 m above sea level (+600 m D+, -600 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 81 m to 249 m above sea level (+400 m D+, -400 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 84 m to 210 m above sea level (+300 m D+, -300 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 87 m to 111 m above sea level (+58 m D+, -58 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 90 m to 177 m above sea level (+208 m D+, -208 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 78 m to 141 m above sea level (+150 m D+, -150 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 81 m to 96 m above sea level (+36 m D+, -36 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Trail de la sonnette take place?
Trail de la sonnette takes place in Le Grand-Madieu, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR (start area at coordinates 45.9421° N, 0.4457° 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 la sonnette?
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 27 km (27 km, +600 m D+), Trail 17 km (17 km, +400 m D+), Nordic Walking (13 km, +300 m D+), Walking 13 km (13 km, +58 m D+), Trail 8 km (8 km, +208 m D+), and Cani-rando (8 km, +150 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail de la sonnette?
The main competition (Trail 27 km over 27 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +600 m of elevation gain and -600 m of elevation loss, ranging between 78 m and 330 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 sonnette?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (traildelasonnette.com).