Chouette trail Coulaines 2026

Chouette Trail Coulaines is a night trail race in Coulaines, where runners start after dark and must carry a working headlamp or portable light. The event provides two short-distance options: 8 km and 16 km, suitable for runners seeking a brief trail run instead of an ultra or all-day mountain race. The field numbers around 1,000 runners when full, with approximately 600 participating in the 8 km and 400 in the 16 km. The competitive side of the race attracts local club athletes: Antoine Exmelin is a favorite for the 16 km, while Maxime Couellier and Ludovic Collet are expected to contend for the 8 km victory. In the women's race, Linda Collet is a strong contender, with Alice Perruchot, Marion Gourdin, and Marie Voisin as main rivals.