Le free go - Sèvremoine 2027

Le Free Go is a trail race held at the Pont de Moine in Sèvremoine, with courses around Montfaucon-Montigné and Saint-Germain-sur-Moine. Participants can select from 25 km, 16 km, and 8 km distances. The long route has 380 m of elevation gain, the middle route 240 m, and the short route 120 m. Starts are staggered throughout the morning, bibs are distributed at the same location, and awards ceremonies conclude late morning. L’Étoile Cycliste Montfauconnaise organizes the event. All three distances can reach capacity, notable for a race only a few editions old. The courses primarily utilize trails, sunken lanes, hillsides, forests, and fields, with minimal paved road sections. They traverse the valleys of the Moine River and its smaller streams, passing by old mill ruins. The 25 km course additionally features standing stones and menhirs. Certain segments run through private property, accessible only on race day, offering participants unique access via the marked route. Local runners participate frequently, previous champions return to compete for their titles, and former professional cyclist Arnold Jeannesson has also competed. Refreshments and a bar are available at the Pont de Moine. The race relies on the support of local volunteers, landowners, hunting associations, partners, and municipal backing.