Trail Fort et Vert 2027

Trail Fort et Vert is a winter trail race held in Mesnières-en-Bray, Seine-Maritime, Normandy, the home region of astronaut Thomas Pesquet. It typically takes place in late January or February, requiring participants to prepare for cold weather conditions. The Trail Fort et Vert club organizes the event, which features multiple race distances. These range from approximately 10 or 11 km for shorter trails to 42 km and 62 km for longer runs, with options for walking and Nordic walking. The 11 km trail includes about 270 meters of elevation gain, while the 34 km and 42 km routes offer 850 and 950 meters of climbing, respectively. These longer distances present significant hilly challenges. For those not running, an 11 km nature hike or an 11 km Nordic walk are available, both without specified climbing. The event has a playful local identity, known by the nickname “Fort et Vert comme Hulk!”, and is approaching its 10th edition.