Trail in Chartres en lumières

The Trail in Chartres en Lumières returned for its 11th edition on Saturday, April 5, 2025. See you in April 2026 for the next Trail.

A race that combines sport, conviviality, illuminations and magic...

A not-to-be-missed event in the spring of Chartres, the Trail in Chartres en Lumières returns every year on the first night of Chartres en Lumières. The routes link up the most beautiful illuminations, to the delight of thousands of participants and their supporters.

Programme of the evening

USEP race

UNSS & Children's races
Eveil Athlétique (900 m), Poussins (1,2 km), Benjamins (2,4 km), Minimes (3,6 km), Lycée Cadets / Juniors, Challenge UNSS (3,6 km) 

Trail in Chartres en Lumières
This 10km course winds its way through the streets of the centre and lower town, with a total difference in altitude of over 100 metres. Walkers are also invited to join in the sporting challenge. Starts will be given in waves to ensure a smooth flow of participants.

Walk
A sporting challenge to which walkers are also invited.

Practical information

> Date : Chartres en lumières launch evening, April 2026.

The Trail in Chartres en lumière is organised by C'Chartres Métropole Triathlon

Return to the Train in Chartres en lumières 2025

On Saturday, April 5, 1900 runners set off at dusk on the 10-kilometer Trail in Chartres en lumière. After setting off from the Colisée, the course meandered through the city center and lower town.