Trail RunningNational Trail Challenge

Trail de Sancerre

Trail Running covering 8 km to 90 km with up to 2,500 m D+ in Sancerre (Centre-Val de Loire, France)

LocationSancerre, Centre-Val de Loire, FranceShow on map(47.3296° N, 2.8399° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,500 m

Trail de Sancerre is an endurance sporting event in Sancerre, Centre-Val de Loire, FR focused on Trail Running. It is part of National Trail Challenge. Key features include Vineyards, Nature & Off-Road, Multi-Day, Mountain.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ultra du Piton (90 km, +2,500 m D+), La Magnum (35 km, +1,000 m D+), La Fillette (15 km, +500 m D+), and La Démarrante (8 km, +250 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 (trail-de-sancerre.com).

Official website
Trail de Sancerre in Sancerre (Work: "Tandem bicycle near Sancerre, France", Photo: Cjp24, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Tandem bicycle near Sancerre, France" · Photo: Cjp24 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

VineyardsNature & Off-RoadMulti-DayMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultra du PitonTrail Running90 km+2,500 m144 m - 1,194 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La MagnumTrail Running35 km+1,000 m147 m - 567 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La FilletteTrail Running15 km+500 m150 m - 360 mLoop courseRoute & profile
La DémarranteTrail Running8 km+250 m153 m - 258 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
90 km
Elevation gain
+2,500 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,500 m D-
Altitude range
144 m - 1,194 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.6 % / 10.1 %
Course format
Loop course
90 km+2,500 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS47.3296° N, 2.8399° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 144 m to 1,194 m above sea level (+2,500 m D+, -2,500 m D-)

Peak: 1,194 m·at 51.2 km·Ø 5.6 %
144 m494 m844 m1,194 m0 km18 km36 km54 km72 km90 km1,194 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail de Sancerre take place?

Trail de Sancerre takes place in Sancerre, Centre-Val de Loire, FR (start area at coordinates 47.3296° N, 2.8399° 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 Sancerre?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ultra du Piton (90 km, +2,500 m D+), La Magnum (35 km, +1,000 m D+), La Fillette (15 km, +500 m D+), and La Démarrante (8 km, +250 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (Ultra du Piton over 90 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,500 m of elevation gain and -2,500 m of elevation loss, ranging between 144 m and 1,194 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 Sancerre?

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