Urban Trail of the Sardines

Trail Running covering 7 km to 14 km in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (Pays de la Loire, France)

Location

Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Pays de la Loire, FranceShow on map(46.6978° N, 1.9445° W)

Date & StatusApril 10, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +364 m

Urban Trail of the Sardines is an endurance sporting event in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Pays de la Loire, FR focused on Trail Running. Key features include Seaside & Coast, City Run, Urban Trail, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 14 km - UTDS (14 km, +364 m D+), and Trail La Girase - 7 km (7 km, +182 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 10, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (utdssaintgilles.wixsite.com).

Official website

Urban Trail of the Sardines in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (Work: "Aerial image of Château de Chambord (view from the northwest)", Photo: Carsten Steger, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Aerial image of Château de Chambord (view from the northwest)" · Photo: **Carsten Steger** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Seaside & Coast City Run Urban Trail Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 14 km - UTDS	Trail Running	14 km	+364 m	8 m - 161 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail La Girase - 7 km	Trail Running	7 km	+182 m	11 m - 87 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

14 km

Elevation gain

+364 m D+

Elevation loss

-364 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 161 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

14 km+364 m D+Peak 161 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 161 m above sea level (+364 m D+, -364 m D-)

Peak: 161 m·at 5 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Urban Trail of the Sardines take place?

Urban Trail of the Sardines takes place in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Pays de la Loire, FR (start area at coordinates 46.6978° N, 1.9445° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for April 10, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Urban Trail of the Sardines?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 14 km - UTDS (14 km, +364 m D+), and Trail La Girase - 7 km (7 km, +182 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Urban Trail of the Sardines?

The main competition (Trail 14 km - UTDS over 14 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +364 m of elevation gain and -364 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 161 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 Urban Trail of the Sardines?

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