I am a town nestled in the heart of the Val de Noye, in the Hauts-de-France, I hosted the famous resistance fighter Jean Moulin 🇫🇷 in 1941, I am, I am, I am? Cottenchy! And it's here you will tackle your next race: the Cottenchy Trail Adventure. This event plunges you into an enchanting setting and offers you the perfect excuse to get dirty 🟤. Everything here is designed to thrill you 🫨: courses that take your breath away (literally) 💨, an atmosphere full of friendliness 🫂, and memories that will stick with you like mud on your shoes 🏞️.
For the true warriors 🏅, the "Trail Adventure" of 29.2 km and its 530 mD+ is the holy grail. We won't lie to you: it stings a bit, but is it ever so good! 😍 Bronze FFA labeled and a qualifier for the French championships 🇫🇷, it's the perfect challenge to prove that you're the king (or queen) of the woods 🌳. Imagine yourself weaving between trees, leaping over puddles, and tackling climbs worthy of an episode of Koh-Lanta 🏔️. At the finish, you might be soaked and a bit breathless, but so proud of yourself! 👏 The "Nordic Adventure", is for those with flair! ✨ With 17.2 km and 200 mD+, it is a timed event of Nordic walking where technique and endurance come together ✌️. And beware, here, we don't joke with poles! We walk fast, we walk well, and we walk in style 😎. Additionally, this event is part of the Hauts-de-France Nordic Challenge. Looking for a shorter but equally intense adrenaline shot? 🏃♂️ The Nature Adventure, with its 13.2 km and 160 mD+, is made for you 🤗. Each step brings you closer to the blissful smile you will have at the finish... 😃 Photo alert! 📸 For the leisurely explorers 🧘, there's the "Walk Adventure". No clock ⏰, no pressure 🧘, it's just you, the nature 🌿, and your desire to breathe in a fresh breath of air. Whether you choose the 11.2 km or the 9 km, with or without poles, it's the perfect opportunity to stroll and admire the landscape 🌄. And if you meet a rabbit or a pheasant, give it a little wave 👋 since it's their home after all.
Because an adventure like this deserves a beautiful conclusion, don't leave without tasting the local treasures ⭐️. Here, the Hauts-de-France reserves delights worth a detour for you. Imagine yourself savoring a good ficelle picarde 🥧, a Picardy cheese melting perfectly, or a leek flamiche that warms your heart ❤️.
So, what are you waiting for? Whether you are an experienced runner, a passionate walker, or just a nature lover seeking sensations, the Cottenchy Trail Adventure is the right choice 😈.
Organizer's message:
"The Cottenchy Trail Adventure (CTA) is a human and friendly adventure. Come in large numbers! The Team VYTAJOG is waiting for you!"
Welcome to the main event, the one that will transform you from a runner to a legend of Val de Noye 🏅. With its 29.2 km and 530 mD+, this trail is a concentration of everything we love: climbs that sting (but just the right amount 😜), exhilarating descents, and an immersion in nature 🌳. Labeled Bronze FFA and qualifying for the French championships 🇫🇷, this course is your chance to shine. Each stride will make you vibrate, each climb will be a step closer to glory 🏆.
Got the poles? We've got the challenge 💪! The Nordic walk of 17.2 km and 200 mD+ is an opportunity to show everyone that walking can be as intense as running (and sometimes more stylish 😎). Registered in the Nordic Challenge of Hauts-de-France ✅, this event is timed, ranked, and especially designed for competitors at heart 💥. So, ready to make those soles click and challenge the clock? ⏰
Want to discover trail running without embarking on an endless journey? 🤕The Nature Adventure is your ticket to an accessible yet no less exciting adventure. With its 13.2 km and 160 mD+, it’s the perfect route for the curious and enthusiasts 🤩. Here, no need to be an ultra-marathoner 🏔️: you just need to love running, breathing in the fresh air, and enjoying nature 🌳.
Don't feel like running? No problem 👌! The Adventure Walk is an invitation to slow down and savor 🤤. Whether you choose 11.2 km or 9 km, with or without poles, it's up to you to set your pace. Here, no stopwatch ⏰, no pressure 😎, just you and nature. It's an ideal walk for contemplative souls and fresh air enthusiasts 💨.
The start and finish are located near the Salle des Fêtes, Place Jean Moulin 80440 Cottenchy, on Sunday, March 8, 2026:
"Trail Adventure" (29 km): 9:30 AM
"Nordic Adventure" (17 km): 9:45 AM
"Nature Adventure" (13 km): 10:15 AM
"March Adventure" (11 km): 10:30 AM
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Decathlon Vallée des Vignes store in Amiens and on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM at Cottenchy (Salle des fêtes).
There are two time cut-offs for the "Trail Adventure":
At kilometer 14: you must pass this point in less than 2 hours.
At kilometer 24: you must pass this point in less than 3.5 hours.
There is one liquid refreshment station at kilometer 19. A full solid and liquid refreshment area (drinks and soup) awaits at the finish line, featuring local products. Each participant is offered a beer upon finishing. Two food trucks will be available for meals (bring cash and cards).
No cups are provided at the refreshment stations for environmental reasons. Each runner/walker must bring their own container.
"Trail Adventure": 28€ for FFA members, 26€ for non-members and other federations
"Nordic Adventure": 19€ for FFA members, 17€ for non-members and other federations
"Nature Adventure": 13€
"March Adventure": 9€
Participants in Trail Adventure, Nordic Adventure, and Nature Adventure must provide at registration:
A valid FFA Athlé Competition, Athlé Enterprise, Athlé Running license, or a "Pass' J'aime Courir" issued by the FFA, current on the date of the event.
Or a FFA Athlé Santé license accompanied by a Health Prevention Course (PPS) certificate obtained from https://pps.athle.fr within three months before the event.
Or a sports license issued by a recognized federation that clearly states no contraindication to competitive sports, competitive athletics, or competitive running.
Or for non-licensed adults, a Health Prevention Course (PPS) certificate obtained from https://pps.athle.fr within one year before the event.
Non-licensed minors must complete a specific questionnaire (and provide a medical certificate if necessary).
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