Ecotrail Paris 2026

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🏙 Capitals / large cities🗽 Exceptional monuments📰 Culture & History♻️ Engaged for the planet🛶 Lakes & ponds😲 Atypical place🏞 Nature🌲 Forest🌉 Pont/viaduct⛲️ Public park🥖 Challenge National Trail🌍 UTMB® World Series

The event in a few words

Paris isn’t just a concrete jungle in Île-de-France – you’ll discover just that if you take part in the Ecotrail de Paris! The city opens its doors to fans of sustainable sports with 8 different distances to choose from. Book your spot now, because you're sure to find the race that suits you 😏. Yes, you can pick from 6 trail distances—120 km, 80 km, 45 km, 35 km, 30 km, 18 km, and 10 km—and 2 nordic walking distances of 18 km and 10 km. Isn’t that great? And there's more... Get ready to cross numerous parks and woods, follow along the beautiful Seine, and climb up the steps of the Eiffel Tower 😍.

Sure, the Iron Lady, the Champ-de-Mars, and historic monuments are stars of the various routes, but the real highlight is enjoying the natural surroundings 🌤. If you’re not familiar with the concept of an EcoTrail, it involves using preserved natural trails to raise awareness among runners and the public about the fragility of the environment. The primary goal of such events is to awaken consciousness about the climate emergency through awareness campaigns 🤝. Every piece of waste is sorted and collected, trails are cleaned, and all products used are sustainable, local, and seasonal. Doesn’t it make you want to take a stroll through the forest? 🍂

Enough about the concept—let's talk routes! The race starts from unique locations. Drumroll, please... 🥁 You have the choice between the terrace of the Paris Observatory in Meudon (typically closed to the public, how lucky you are!), the Ile de Loisirs de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, the Domain of the Château de Versailles or the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud... 😯 A perfect excuse to sing the Marseillaise while visiting iconic parts of our heritage 🎙. And the highlight of most races is the Eiffel Tower itself, you lucky thing. However, the races are mostly natural, comprised of about 85 or 90% green spaces.

So, what motivates you most: nature, monuments, or environmental commitment? Whatever your answer, the EcoTrail Paris is sure to delight. Come break the monotony of city life and the "metro, work, sleep" cycle. Discover for yourself how pleasant it is to roam the region without suffocating, all while enjoying its splendid natural spaces 😄. After your race, stick around to explore more of the City of Light and its surroundings 🥐.

When Paris wakes up, it's green ! 🟢

4 reasons to join this race

Commitment to the Environment ♻
As the name suggests, the EcoTrail Paris is eco-friendly, sustainable, and focused on the planet 🌏. The commitment and values promoted by the organizers are commendable and very relevant given the current climate crisis. You can expect the trails to be well-preserved, offering a perfect escape from city life for a day! 🥰
Cultural and Historical Heritage 👑
Eiffel Tower, observatory, Champ-de-Mars, Trocadéro, Seine riverbanks, Versailles Palace... The capital's heritage will unfold before you during this unique event. The landscapes promise to be breathtaking, so keep your eyes wide open and have your camera ready 📸.
Multiple Races 🏃‍♂️
6 trail races and 2 Nordic walking events await you. Whether you're a beginner, enthusiast, professional, or an ultra-trail regular, you'll find the distance that suits you, either walking or running! Newbies to trail running can experience the atmosphere with the 10 km designed for beginners. And if you prefer not to worry about your pace, Nordic walking is just for you! 👆
The Capital 🍷
Architecture, gastronomy, events, museums, concerts... Indeed, under the Parisian sky, you'll discover why the City of Light is beloved worldwide 💡. A city of beauty and romance, Paris is also the most dynamic in France. So put on your beret and get ready to dance the French Can-can 💃.

A distance for every taste

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can pick up your race bib on March 21, 2025, from noon to 9 PM at the Émile Anthoine Sports Center, 9 rue Jean Rey, Paris 15th district.

The locations and start times for the races are:

  • For the 80 km trail: Île de Loisirs de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines between 11:30 AM and 11:55 AM

  • For the 45 km trail: Château de Versailles between 10:30 AM and 10:45 AM

  • For the 35 km trail: Domaine national de Saint Cloud between 10 AM and 10:15 AM

  • For the 30 km trail: Paris Observatory between 9 AM and 9:30 AM

  • For the 18 km trail: Paris Observatory between 8:30 AM and 9 AM

  • For the 10 km trail: Domaine national de Saint Cloud between 10:30 AM and 10:45 AM

  • For the 18 km Nordic walk: Paris Observatory at 11 AM

  • For the 10 km Nordic walk: Domaine national de Saint Cloud at 11 AM

Shuttles are available for certain races (80 km and 45 km) organized to transport participants to the starting line. Depending on the race, here are the pickup locations:

  • For the 80 km trail: Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines train station
  • For the 45 km trail: Saint Cyr train station

You can also find directions to get closer to the race start points or shuttle pickup points:

  • For the 80 km trail: RER C from Champ de Mars - Eiffel Tower station to Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines train station
  • For the 45 km trail: RER C from Champ de Mars - Eiffel Tower station to Saint Cyr train station
  • For the 30 km trail: Line N from Montparnasse station to Bellevue train station
  • For the 18 km trail: Line N from Montparnasse station to Bellevue train station
  • For the 10 km trail: Tramway Line T2 - Musée de Sèvres or Metro Line 9 - Pont de Sèvres
  • For the 18 km Nordic walk: Line N from Montparnasse station to Bellevue train station
  • For the 10 km Nordic walk: Tramway Line T2 - Musée de Sèvres or Metro Line 9 - Pont de Sèvres

Participants must be born before the following dates to enter the races:

  • For the 80 km trail: before Dec 31, 2005

  • For the 45 km trail: before Dec 31, 2005

  • For the 35 km trail: before Dec 31, 2005

  • For the 30 km trail: before Dec 31, 2005

  • For the 18 km trail: before Dec 31, 2007

  • For the 10 km trail: before Dec 31, 2009

  • For the 18 km Nordic walk: before Dec 31, 2007

  • For the 10 km Nordic walk: before Dec 31, 2009

No, you need either a FFA 2024-2025 license to register or a PPS certificate to be submitted within three months before the event.

Here is the list of mandatory equipment for the different races:

For the 80 km trail:

  • MIN 1.5 LITERS WATER RESERVE

  • FOOD RESERVE

  • MIN 15CL CUP

  • MIN 15CL FOOD CONTAINER

  • HEADLAMP

  • REFLECTIVE ARMBAND

  • EMERGENCY BLANKET

  • MOBILE PHONE

  • IDENTIFICATION

  • WASTE CONTAINER

For the 30 km, 35 km, and 45 km trails:

  • MIN 1L WATER RESERVE

  • FOOD RESERVE

  • PERSONAL MIN 15CL CUP

  • MIN 15CL FOOD CONTAINER

  • EMERGENCY BLANKET

  • MOBILE PHONE

  • IDENTIFICATION

  • WASTE CONTAINER

For the 18 km trail:

  • MIN 15CL CUP

  • MIN 15CL FOOD CONTAINER

  • EMERGENCY BLANKET

  • MOBILE PHONE

  • IDENTIFICATION

  • WASTE CONTAINER

For the 10 km trail:

  • MIN 15CL CUP

  • MIN 15CL FOOD CONTAINER

  • MOBILE PHONE

  • IDENTIFICATION

  • WASTE CONTAINER

For the 10 km and 18 km Nordic walks:

  • WALKING POLES

  • MIN 15CL CUP

  • MIN 15CL FOOD CONTAINER

  • EMERGENCY BLANKET

  • MOBILE PHONE

  • IDENTIFICATION

  • WASTE CONTAINER

In March, temperatures in Paris range between 5°C and 12°C (41°F - 54°F). Be sure to bring warm and waterproof clothing.

Yes, there are time limits for the races:

  • For the 80 km trail: 13 hours 15 minutes

  • For the 45 km trail: 8 hours 15 minutes

  • For the 30 km trail: 5 hours

  • For the 35 km trail: 4 hours 45 minutes

  • For the 18 km trail: 4 hours 15 minutes

  • For the 10 km trail: 2 hours

  • For the 18 km Nordic walk: 4 hours 45 minutes

  • For the 10 km Nordic walk: 2 hours 30 minutes

A helping hand is always welcome! Find information and contacts to become a volunteer for the event on this page.

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