A trail in the forests of Bourgogne-Franche-Comtรฉ, does that appeal to you? ๐ณ Come on, hop aboard with us to plan your next April weekend ๐ท. The association "Les Escargots21" is organizing the Trail du Tacot ๐, 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 ๐ on these courses. Speaking of which, they've planned 2 routes ๐๏ธ, well, 3 starts in total, including a walk ๐ถ. 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! ๐
As we told you, with two different courses, you have what you need to make the wisest choice ๐. To help you out a bit, we'll introduce them to you better ๐ค. The 20 km course is actually closer to 20.5 km and adds up to a total of 580 m D+ ๐. During your strides you'll cross the Forest Environments and Grasslands of the Combes of the Cรดte Dijonnaise ๐ฒ, run alongside the old railway line nicknamed "le Tacot" ๐, and also the nature reserve of the Combe Lavaux-Jean Roland, in the Chamboeuf forest ๐ฅ. Phew, what amazing places ๐ตโ๐ซ. 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 Grasslandsโฆ We won't repeat the name, but in any case you'll be in the middle of the region's forest ๐. And we remind you, you can do this course running, but also walking! ๐ Either way you'll get a beautiful landscape and kilometers in your legs ๐พ. It's up to you to choose whether you'd rather finish out of breath ๐จ, or rather relaxed ๐ง.
To the south of Dijon, in the east of France ๐ซ๐ท, we assure you your weekend won't be devoted to this race alone ๐. In Gevrey-Chambertin first of all, the town's great vineyards are an experience to enjoy ๐, continue your discovery at the castle ๐ฐ and the Saint-Augan church. As we told you, Dijon is really not far from there ๐. Buckle up, you'll only need 27 minutes heading north โฌ๏ธ, to reach your destination ๐. Once parked, there are parks, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Notre-Dame church ๐๏ธ, yes yes, you're in Dijon, not Paris, even if you could mix them up with these places ๐คฃ. And you can also treat yourself to a good baguette with a piece of รpoisses ๐ง. We can't guarantee fresh breath ๐คข, but if you love cheese you'll look past itโฆ ๐ And of course, a beef bourguignon is best enjoyed in its home region ๐ฅ.
So, ready to tacoter with your friends during a great trail? โฐ๏ธ
For this trail run in the heart of nature ๐ฒ, you're guaranteed total immersion. Starting from Gevrey-Chambertin, you head southwest of the town ๐๏ธ, into the heart of the Forest Areas and Grasslands of the Combes of the Cรดte Dijonnaise ๐ณ. 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! ๐ป 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 ๐๏ธ.
After these two woods, at km 9 you'll keep climbing to loop around the Combes Lavaux - Jean Roland nature reserve ๐. At km 12, the northern stretch ends and you head back toward the starting town ๐. 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 ๐. After 20.5 km, the loop is complete, and now we'll let you recover and enjoy! ๐
For this trail in the heart of nature ๐ฒ, you're guaranteed total immersion. Starting from Gevrey-Chambertin, you head southwest of the town ๐๏ธ, into the heart of the Forest Habitats and Grasslands of the Combes of the Cรดte Dijonnaise ๐ณ. 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! ๐ป 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 ๐๏ธ.
Instead of continuing north, you'll turn back toward the starting town ๐, below the Chamboeuf Communal Forest. From km 10 to km 11, you'll run alongside the Forest Habitats and Grasslands of the Combes of the Cรดte Dijonnaise. Then, back among the fields, the town and the vineyards ๐, the finish line is peeking around the corner! ๐ Now we'll let you recover and enjoy! ๐โโ๏ธ
Same loop as the 13 km trail, but with no timing and no medical certificate: a chance to take your time admiring the forest and the vineyards of the Tacot at your own pace ๐ฅพ.
Bib pick-up takes place at the Espace Chambertin, 2 rue de l'รglise, 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'รglise, 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: โฌ21
Then โฌ26
For the 13 km:
Until March 28, 2027: โฌ13
Then โฌ18
For the 13 km walk:
Until March 28, 2027: โฌ13
Then โฌ18
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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