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Whatever the weather – trail running in France
Running Collection by adidas TERREX
14
Tours
47:09 h
140 mi
54,200 ft
One moment it’s glorious golden sunshine, the next it’s grey and raining – in autumn you need to be prepared for all conditions on your adventures. The ever-changing weather can make it tricky to choose the right clothes. If you start in mild temperatures in the valley, the icy wind may already be whistling at the summit. And, let’s face it, you’re likely to work up a sweat on the ascent. There's one thing that’s guaranteed to help: the tried-and-tested layering system. To make sure you're well-equipped, adidas TERREX has created our Adventure Wardrobe just in time for the colder months. This way, you’re perfectly equipped for rapid weather changes and can enjoy the great outdoors in all conditions.
When you’re trail running, it’s especially important to travel light on the trails. As you climb into the hills, your heart rate speeds up, your breath quickens, your body heats up and you feel the fresh, cool air in your lungs. When you reach the top, you take a deep, satisfying breath – but before long you’ll be pleased you packed that extra layer. Luckily, the Adventure Wardrobe tops are designed especially for outdoor sports, so you won't have to carry a heavy load.
The adidas Adventure Wardrobe offers complete comfort, built up in four layers. The base layer keeps you dry thanks to the use of merino wool, which absorbs moisture and feels pleasant on the skin. The middle layer boasts fleece inserts, which keep you warm but are also breathable. When it gets even colder, the insulation layer comes to the rescue: made from PrimaLoft synthetic fibre, this clothing is particularly light and warm, even when wet. If it gets really cold, then add an outer layer to protect you from rain and wind. The great thing about the layering system is that if you get too warm, the individual layers can be quickly taken off – and put back on again. Our tops and jackets are designed to be light and convenient and therefore your ideal outdoor companions. So, you're ready for any adventure – whatever your summit, you're good to go.
There's no shortage of mountains when it comes to trail running in France. From well-known massifs such as the Alps, the Pyrenees and the Massif Central, to lesser-known peaks that you'll discover in the Cévennes, the Mercantour or the Néouvielle. The 14 routes in this Collection showcase the diversity of trail running in France, from rolling valleys to the heights of some of the country’s most emblematic summits. Irrespective of the distance travelled or the elevation climbed, trail running is the perfect way to explore at your own pace, and sample the pleasures of each region.
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Tours
- 02:147.32 mi3.3 mph2,825 ft2,825 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
La Rhune, or “Larrun” in Basque, is an emblematic mountain of the Basque Country which straddles the French-Spanish border in the western Pyrenees. Its summit rises to an altitude of 901 meters and dominates a massif which offers a superb playground for trail runners of all levels.
The loop begins in…
- 02:108.21 mi3.8 mph2,875 ft2,875 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Pic du Midi d’Ossau is one of the most remarkable sites in the Pyrenees. The highest point of the Ossau valley at 2,884 meters, this peak is intimately nicknamed “Jean-Pierre”. Many legends are at the origin of this nickname, including that of the twins Jean and Pierre, young shepherds responsible…
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- 02:507.78 mi2.7 mph3,600 ft3,575 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Located in the Néouvielle massif, the Campbieil peak is certainly one of the most accessible mountains above 3,000 meters. Apart from a significant difference in altitude, it does not involve any difficulty in reaching its peak at 3,173 meters. The panorama it offers is quite simply one of the most extraordinary…
- 03:3210.1 mi2.9 mph4,350 ft4,325 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The Pyrenees range extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea for more than 400 kilometers. A natural border between France and Spain, it has 212 peaks exceeding 3,000 meters in altitude. The highest point, Aneto, reigns on the Spanish slope at 3,404 meters above sea level.
This beautiful…
- 06:2412.3 mi1.9 mph6,425 ft6,425 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Estats is an emblematic peak in the Pyrenees which straddles the border between France and Spain. Rising to an altitude of 3,143 meters, it is both the highest point of Ariège and the roof of Catalonia. This magnificent summit dominates a massif which includes several 3,000 meters including Montcalm…
- 04:2712.9 mi2.9 mph5,500 ft5,475 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The GR 20 is one of the most legendary long-distance hiking trails and certainly the hardest in Europe. Achieving it while walking is already a feat; running across it is a unique experience. Crossing Corsica from north to south, the trail crosses the highest peaks of the island, plunges into the hollows…
- 02:457.79 mi2.8 mph3,300 ft3,275 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Located on the heights of Chamonix, Lac Blanc is in the heart of the Aiguilles Rouges massif. Its exceptional location offers a range of unique panoramas on the north face of Mont Blanc, the Aiguille Verte, the Grandes Jorasses and the Mer de Glace.
This route, with a significant kilometer-altitude difference…
- 03:4311.9 mi3.2 mph5,000 ft5,050 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The Chartreuse massif is the result of an incredible blend of nature and history. Frozen for millions of years on its limestone walls, life has crossed the ages, shaped the landscapes and constructed history. Divided between Isère and Savoie, the massif has many majestic peaks including the Grand Som…
- 05:5513.2 mi2.2 mph6,475 ft6,500 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The Mercantour massif is one of the last promontories of the Alps, before it plunges into the Mediterranean Sea. Bordering Italy, it shares 33 kilometers of ridges with the country to which it was attached until 1860. The national park benefits from a location with diverse climatic and geological influences…
- 04:1511.5 mi2.7 mph4,400 ft4,400 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
A mountainous massif of the Pre-Alps, the Vercors mixes green scenery and limestone cliffs. The high plateaus bordered by forests contrast with the vertiginous walls of its mountains. The Grand Veymont sits at the top of the massif at an altitude of 2,341 metres. This accessible mountain offers magnificent…
- 03:1313.2 mi4.1 mph3,675 ft3,675 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Located in the Bauges massif regional natural park, Semnoz is a mid-altitude mountain which stretches for sixteen kilometers between Annecy and Saint-Jorioz. Overlooking Lake Bourget, it is a formidable belvedere which offers breathtaking views of the Mont-Blanc and Écrins massifs. Appreciated by trail…
- 02:219.51 mi4.1 mph2,650 ft2,650 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Located in Puy-de-Dôme, the Puy de Sancy is a summit of the Monts Dore. Rising to an altitude of 1,886 meters, it is the highest volcano in mainland France but also the highest point of the Massif Central. Made up of reliefs worked by erosion, it is the largest massif in the country.
This loop of around…
- 01:346.02 mi3.9 mph1,525 ft1,525 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The Cévennes constitute a vast mid-mountain territory which extends over several departments south of the Massif Central. Located at 1,699 meters above sea level, the summit of Finiels is the highest point and it is also the highest point of the granite massif of Mont Lozère.
The departure point is in…
- 01:488.29 mi4.6 mph1,625 ft1,625 ftExpertExpert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
From prehistory to the Middle Ages through Antiquity, the town of Millau has acquired a rich historical and architectural heritage. Its viaduct, inaugurated in 2004, demonstrates the importance of its location, always located on a major route. Its natural environment, its relief and a mild climate make…
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Collection Stats
- Tours14
- Distance140 mi
- Duration47:09 h
- Elevation54,200 ft
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