Trails in Val-d'Oise

Do not underestimate the profile of the "95" just because we're far from the Alps! 🏔️ If you’re in search of positive elevation gain, the forest of Montmorency and the hills of Parisis will quickly heat up your quadriceps with formidable hill sequences 🔥. The terrain is playful, often technical, with nervous single tracks weaving among the chestnut trees and ancient gypsum quarries 🧱. In winter, prepare to face the legendary mud of the Vexin, a true mental test for warriors! 🛡️ In the good weather, enjoy a more dry and rolling nature race towards L'Isle-Adam or Auvers-sur-Oise, allowing you to run in the footsteps of Impressionist painters like Van Gogh 🎨.

On the competition side, the department vibrates year-round with events that bring together thousands of enthusiasts. Among the key events, the MAXICROSS in Bouffémont is a true institution, known for its "leg-breaking" course that attracts the Ile-de-France elite 🏅. You can also test yourself on the famous Trail des Châtaignes in Cormeilles-en-Parisis, renowned for its electric night atmosphere and breathtaking views of Paris illuminated 🔦. The Trail des Marcassins offers a superb epic through the woods of Saint-Brice-sous-Forêt, while the Trail du Muguet remains a timeless spring classic to start your season on a solid foundation 🐗.

Whether you’re there for pure performance or the pleasure of discovering spots like the Abbey of Royaumont while running, consulting the trail calendar of the Val-d'Oise is the first step towards your next adventure 🧭. Check the list just below, filter according to your level, and prepare your hydration pack, the start is near 👟.