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Trail du Tacot 2027

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The event in a few words

A trail in the forests of Bourgogne-Franche-Comtรฉ, does that appeal to you? ๐ŸŒณ Come on, hop aboard with us to plan your next April weekend ๐ŸŒท. The association "Les Escargots21" is organizing the Trail du Tacot ๐ŸŒ, in Gevrey-Chambertin, in the heart of the Cรดte-d'Or โญ๏ธ. Okay, admittedly, it was created by "the Snails", but we're counting on you to run like a hare ๐Ÿ‡ on these courses. Speaking of which, they've planned 2 routes ๐Ÿž๏ธ, well, 3 starts in total, including a walk ๐Ÿšถ. You can choose between a 20 km trail or a 13 km one. For those who really want to be snails, you can also take the 13 km start by walking! ๐Ÿ™‚

As we told you, with two different courses, you have what you need to make the wisest choice ๐Ÿ˜Œ. To help you out a bit, we'll introduce them to you better ๐ŸŽค. The 20 km course is actually closer to 20.5 km and adds up to a total of 580 m D+ ๐Ÿ“ˆ. During your strides you'll cross the Forest Environments and Grasslands of the Combes of the Cรดte Dijonnaise ๐ŸŒฒ, run alongside the old railway line nicknamed "le Tacot" ๐Ÿš‚, and also the nature reserve of the Combe Lavaux-Jean Roland, in the Chamboeuf forest ๐Ÿ”ฅ. Phew, what amazing places ๐Ÿ˜ตโ€๐Ÿ’ซ. As for the 13 km, or rather 12.6 km, with about 330 m D+, you'll do a loop to the south of Gevrey-Chambertin โฌ‡๏ธ, in the Forest Environments and Grasslandsโ€ฆ We won't repeat the name, but in any case you'll be in the middle of the region's forest ๐Ÿ“. And we remind you, you can do this course running, but also walking! ๐Ÿ˜ Either way you'll get a beautiful landscape and kilometers in your legs ๐Ÿพ. It's up to you to choose whether you'd rather finish out of breath ๐Ÿ’จ, or rather relaxed ๐Ÿง˜.

To the south of Dijon, in the east of France ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท, we assure you your weekend won't be devoted to this race alone ๐Ÿƒ. In Gevrey-Chambertin first of all, the town's great vineyards are an experience to enjoy ๐Ÿ‡, continue your discovery at the castle ๐Ÿฐ and the Saint-Augan church. As we told you, Dijon is really not far from there ๐Ÿ˜‰. Buckle up, you'll only need 27 minutes heading north โฌ†๏ธ, to reach your destination ๐Ÿš—. Once parked, there are parks, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Notre-Dame church ๐Ÿ›๏ธ, yes yes, you're in Dijon, not Paris, even if you could mix them up with these places ๐Ÿคฃ. And you can also treat yourself to a good baguette with a piece of ร‰poisses ๐Ÿง€. We can't guarantee fresh breath ๐Ÿคข, but if you love cheese you'll look past itโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ™ˆ And of course, a beef bourguignon is best enjoyed in its home region ๐Ÿฅ˜.

So, ready to tacoter with your friends during a great trail? โ›ฐ๏ธ

4 reasons to join this race

A region of historic vineyards ๐Ÿ‡
We all know that in Burgundy, there are vines galore ๐Ÿ˜ตโ€๐Ÿ’ซ. The Gevrey-Chambertin vineyard is part of the Climats of the Burgundy vineyards, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015 ๐Ÿ˜ณ. That's quite a title! ๐Ÿ† So here's a tip: go see it and visit it ๐Ÿ˜. But don't forget that alcohol should be consumed in moderation โš ๏ธ.
Discovering a Cluniac site ๐Ÿ›๏ธ
Since 2005, the town of Gevrey-Chambertin has joined the Federation of Cluniac Sites ๐Ÿ“. Okay, you may not know what that is ๐Ÿ™‚. Basically, these are places (churches, monasteriesโ€ฆ) that were dependent on, or influenced by, the Order of Cluny (a powerful religious center founded in 910) ๐Ÿฐ. Its network included thousands of dependencies across Europe ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ. These sites played an important role in the reform of the Church, the development of Romanesque art, and medieval cultural life ๐Ÿ’’.
Guaranteed good cheer ๐Ÿพ
With an early-morning start, the best thing is a warm welcome ๐Ÿ’. For this trail, we promise, you'll be over the moon when you arrive. From the morning, coffee and cakes will be offered to you โ˜•, to ensure a flying start ๐Ÿƒ. Every participant also leaves with a "local product" gift ๐ŸŽ. For the rest of the race, don't worry, the aid stations will be well stocked with very friendly welcomes ๐Ÿฅณ.
A trail, yes, but not only that ๐Ÿ˜‰
We've already promised you a warm and friendly welcome, but that's not all ๐Ÿ˜†. First of all, the aid stations will be generous, with good regional products ๐Ÿ˜‹. At the finish, you'll also find a full aid station and a refreshment stand, so you can recover and swap race stories with your friends ๐Ÿป.

A distance for every taste

20โ€‰km : Trail 20โ€‰km

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  • Sunday, April 4, 2027 at 9:00 AM
  • Elevation gainย :ย 580mD+
  • 200+ runners in the last edition
  • 1 loopx20โ€‰km

A few more words

For this trail run in the heart of nature ๐ŸŒฒ, you're guaranteed total immersion. Starting from Gevrey-Chambertin, you head southwest of the town ๐Ÿ™๏ธ, into the heart of the Forest Areas and Grasslands of the Combes of the Cรดte Dijonnaise ๐ŸŒณ. If you're lucky, the weather will be on your side โ˜€๏ธ and you'll be able to see the Alps along your route! ๐Ÿ—ป After a great crossing toward the west of the forest, you'll head back up north โฌ†๏ธ at km 7 toward two other places: the Chamboeuf State Forest and the Chamboeuf Communal Forest ๐Ÿž๏ธ.

After these two woods, at km 9 you'll keep climbing to loop around the Combes Lavaux - Jean Roland nature reserve ๐Ÿ’. At km 12, the northern stretch ends and you head back toward the starting town ๐Ÿ”„. You've had enough of the forest by now, so at km 17 you get back to the fields and the vineyards, for 2 km ๐Ÿ‡. After 20.5 km, the loop is complete, and now we'll let you recover and enjoy! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Bib pick-up takes place at the Espace Chambertin, 2 rue de l'ร‰glise, 21220 Gevrey-Chambertin:

  • On Saturday, April 3, 2027 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

  • On Sunday, April 4, 2027 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for the 20 km, and until 9 a.m. for the 13 km and the walk

The races will start at the Espace Chambertin, 2 rue de l'ร‰glise, Gevrey-Chambertin:

  • For the 20 km at 9 a.m.

  • For the 13 km at 9:30 a.m.

  • For the 13 km walk at 9:40 a.m.

No, it is not required. However, you will need to present a valid PPS certificate on race day (the validity period changes on January 1). You can also present a valid FFA certificate on race day.

Yes, you must have been born in 2009 or earlier for the 13 km, and in 2007 or earlier for the 20 km. For minors, parental authorization is mandatory. For the walk, there is no restriction.

Here are the bib prices (registration fees included):

  • For the 20 km:

    • Until March 28, 2027: โ‚ฌ21

    • Then โ‚ฌ26

  • For the 13 km:

    • Until March 28, 2027: โ‚ฌ13

    • Then โ‚ฌ18

  • For the 13 km walk:

    • Until March 28, 2027: โ‚ฌ13

    • Then โ‚ฌ18

Yes, there are aid stations:

  • For all 3 courses: 1 liquid aid station at km 6.5

  • For the 20 km: 1 solid and liquid aid station at km 11

  • For everyone: 1 full aid station at the finish

Please note, there are no cups at the aid stations, including at the finish: you must bring your own reusable cup.

If you still have questions, you can contact the organizers by email: traildutacot@gmail.com

You can check the race rules here

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