Trail de Noël d'Ollioules 2026

The Trail de Noël d'Ollioules is a winter trail race held in Ollioules, a village in the Var region situated between Toulon and Sanary-sur-Mer in southern France. It takes place in early December, shortly before Christmas Eve, and embraces a Christmas theme. The race offers several distances: 17 km, 25 km, and 33 km. Additionally, two specific formats are mentioned: the Trace des Lutins, approximately 16 km with 800 meters of elevation gain, and a 27 km duo race featuring 1600 meters of climbing. The routes traverse mountain and forest terrain surrounding Ollioules, incorporating cliff sections that provide a more technical challenge than a casual holiday run. Participants are advised to prepare for cold weather and select appropriate trail footwear, indicating the conditions of the winter footing and the terrain's elevation. This event has been conducted annually since 1999 and supports a charitable cause, attracting individuals seeking a demanding pre-Christmas challenge as well as a festive local competition.