About this race
Trail de la Ronde des Vergers is a spring outdoor event in Watronville, Meuse department, northeastern France. It begins at the Hangar des pommes, 5 rue du Faubourg, and focuses on mountain biking and walking, offering various distances. Cyclists can select 15, 25, 35, or 45 kilometers, and walkers have 10, 15, or 20 kilometers to choose from. The event is noted as a popular walk, hike, and stroll, appealing to those seeking a countryside outing as well as participants aiming for a longer ride.
The routes traverse the Meuse hills during the blooming of the orchards, inspiring the event's name: the round of the orchards. The organization is straightforward and community-based, featuring coffee at the start, a refreshment station on the course, and a complimentary drink at the finish. Online registration typically opens mid-March, and includes catering for those who sign up this way. A raffle is also part of the day, with prizes, gift cards, and a one-week trip to Val Thorens available to attendees at the drawing.
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