Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle

Trail Running covering 6 h with up to 90 m D+ in Melle (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France)

Location

Melle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceShow on map(46.2061° N, 0.1297° W)

Date & StatusApril 3, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +260 m

Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle is an endurance sporting event in Melle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Multi-Day, Nature & Off-Road, Charity Run, Forest.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 6 heures en solo (6 h, +90 m D+), 6 heures en trio (6 h, +260 m D+), and 6 heures à 6 (6 h, +260 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 3, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (linktr.ee).

Official website

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Event characteristics

Multi-Day Nature & Off-Road Charity Run Forest Relay

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
6 heures en solo	Trail Running	6 h	+90 m	92 m - 108 m	Multi-lap course	Route & profile
6 heures en trio	Trail Running	6 h	+260 m	95 m - 204 m	Loop course	Route & profile
6 heures à 6	Trail Running	6 h	+260 m	98 m - 207 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

6 h

Elevation gain

+90 m D+

Elevation loss

-90 m D-

Altitude range

92 m - 108 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

6.9 % / 14.6 %

Course format

Multi-lap course

6 h+90 m D+Peak 108 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 92 m to 108 m above sea level (+90 m D+, -90 m D-)

Peak: 108 m·at 0.3 km·Ø 6.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle take place?

Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle takes place in Melle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR (start area at coordinates 46.2061° N, 0.1297° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 3, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 6 heures en solo (6 h, +90 m D+), 6 heures en trio (6 h, +260 m D+), and 6 heures à 6 (6 h, +260 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle?

The main competition (6 heures en solo over 6 h) is designed as a multi-lap course featuring +90 m of elevation gain and -90 m of elevation loss, ranging between 92 m and 108 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle?

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