Taking place over a weekend in mid-November, the Trail des Châtaignes 2025 is a standout autumn trail running festival in the Île-de-France region. The races start from the iconic Fort de Cormeilles-en-Parisis, offering a range of distances to suit trail enthusiasts of all levels—from a rugged 36 km mountain-style trail to dog-friendly canitrail and night events like the 22 km Nocturne. Runners wind through forested paths, historic fortifications, and hilltop ridgelines with sweeping views of Paris’s outskirts. With a warm community atmosphere and multi-terrain challenges, the event attracts both seasoned athletes and recreational runners alike. Whether you’re chasing a PR or enjoying a night run under the stars, it’s a premier fixture in the French trail running calendar.
Races
36 km
Half Marathon
17 km
10 km
Race Date:
15 November, 2025
Taking place on Saturday evening, November 15, 2025, La Nocturne is a challenging 22 km night trail with approximately 700 m elevation gain, traversing forest singletracks and historic fortifications under headlamp glow. Organized by Objectif Sports Nature, it begins at Fort de Cormeilles and offers an atmospheric nighttime run
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FAQs
What is the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
How long is the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
Where does the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
How can I prepare for the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
Taking place on Saturday evening, November 15, 2025, La Nocturne is a challenging 22 km night trail with approximately 700 m elevation gain, traversing forest singletracks and historic fortifications under headlamp glow. Organized by Objectif Sports Nature, it begins at Fort de Cormeilles and offers an atmospheric nighttime run
The Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne is 22km long.
The Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne takes place in Cormeilles-en-Parisis, France.
The Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne elevation gain is 700 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
Taking place on Saturday evening, November 15, 2025, La Nocturne is a challenging 22 km night trail with approximately 700 m elevation gain, traversing forest singletracks and historic fortifications under headlamp glow. Organized by Objectif Sports Nature, it begins at Fort de Cormeilles and offers an atmospheric nighttime run
How long is the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
The Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne is 22km long.
Where does the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne take place?
The Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne takes place in Cormeilles-en-Parisis, France.
What is the elevation gain of the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
The Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne elevation gain is 700 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Trail des Châtaignes La Nocturne?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Nature
Night Run
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