EcoTrail Paris
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Rambouillet

EcoTrail Paris

Saturday, 20 March 2027

Trail 120km

120km D+ 2000m

Trail 80km

80km D+ 1450m

Trail 45km

45km D+ 800m

Trail 30km

30km D+ 500m

Trail 20km

20km D+ 300m

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Race data

Terrain

Trail

Difficulty

Intermediate

Distance

5 modalities

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  • Trail 120km

    Distance
    120 km
    Elevation Gain
    D+ 2000m
    Max Time
    -
  • Trail 80km

    Distance
    80 km
    Elevation Gain
    D+ 1450m
    Max Time
    -
  • Trail 45km

    Distance
    45 km
    Elevation Gain
    D+ 800m
    Max Time
    -
  • Trail 30km

    Distance
    30 km
    Elevation Gain
    D+ 500m
    Max Time
    -
  • Trail 20km

    Distance
    20 km
    Elevation Gain
    D+ 300m
    Max Time
    -
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Your checklist for EcoTrail Paris

What you need, category by category, with our #1 pick for this race. Tick what you already have.

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  1. GPS watch

    Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED 45 mm

    Onboard topo maps, unlike the Instinct 3 Solar

    Downside: Shorter battery life than the Instinct 3 Solar (no solar charging or MIP display)

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  2. Gear

    Fast trail shoes with medium lugs

    Hoka Speedgoat 7

    Max Hoka cushioning: protects your legs over long distances

    Downside: High stack: less stable for those who want more ground feel

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  3. Nutrition

    A gel every 40-45 minutes from the start

    Maurten Gel 100

    Tecnología de hidrogel: excelente tolerancia gástrica

    Downside: Precio elevado respecto a otros geles

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  4. Sun Protection

    Sweat-resistant SPF50, reapply every 2-3 hours

    ISDIN Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50+

    Ultralight texture, feels invisible on skin

    Downside: Small format (50 ml), may run short on ultras

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  5. Body Care

    Anti-chafe on feet, armpits and groin

    BodyGlide Original Anti-Chafe Balm

    Easy-to-apply stick format, even with sweaty hands

    Downside: Higher price than traditional petroleum jelly

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  6. Accommodation

    Book as soon as you have a bib: availability goes fast

  7. Car Rental

    Pick up the car at Paris-Orly (ORY)

    DRIVALIA Alquiler de vehículos por Suscripción CarCloud Country Plus

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  8. Trip logistics

    Registration, travel and insurance: what you should have sorted before race day.

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Gear up for EcoTrail Paris

Buying guides with the best value for money, picked for this kind of terrain.

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Historical weather

What to wear at 5 °C: guide and kit →

Typical weather for the race date (10-year average)

Temperature

3°C – 12°C

Average 8°C

Rain

20%

0.7 mm avg

Wind

17 km/h

max. average

Sunshine hours

8h

daily average

Gear recommendations

Bring thermal layers (low of 3°C)

Buff Thermonet

Buff

Buff Thermonet

Buff tubular térmico con tecnología Primaloft. Retiene el calor corporal, ultraligero y polivalente: gorro, braga, cinta. Ideal para alta montaña.

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Craft Pro Hypervent LS Wind Top

Craft

Craft Pro Hypervent LS Wind Top

Thermal top with a windproof ripstop panel on the chest and a highly ventilated soft jersey back. Built for high-intensity sessions in cold, windy conditions, with long cuffs and thumb loops.

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HANKER Braga de Cuello Térmica

HANKER

HANKER Braga de Cuello Térmica

Unisex thermal seamless neck gaiter in Soft Air Plus fabric (97% polyester). Seamless fit designed for trail running, cycling, motorcycling and outdoor sports. A budget alternative to Buff for moderate cold.

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Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis LS Crewe

Icebreaker

Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis LS Crewe

Long-sleeve thermal top in 100% merino wool (200g). Natural temperature regulation, genuine multi-day odor resistance and a soft, non-itch handfeel from the fine merino yarn.

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Odlo Active Warm Eco

Odlo

Odlo Active Warm Eco

Camiseta térmica de manga larga con tejido reciclado y tratamiento antiolor. Regulación térmica activa, ideal como capa base en montaña.

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Odlo I-Thermic Longsleeve Mujer

Odlo

Odlo I-Thermic Longsleeve Mujer

Women's long-sleeve thermal top with insulating panels placed over cold-sensitive areas (lower back and kidneys). A mid-layer built for genuinely cold winter conditions, mountain outings or cross-country-style trail sessions.

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ROCKBROS Pasamontañas Térmico y Cortaviento

ROCKBROS

ROCKBROS Pasamontañas Térmico y Cortaviento

Thermal windproof balaclava covering head, ears, cheeks and neck. Designed for cycling and motorcycling, it works just as well on windy, freezing trail runs.

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Salomon Agile LS Tee

Salomon

Salomon Agile LS Tee

Lightweight quick-dry polyester long-sleeve tee with underarm mesh, a side pocket and reflective details. Works as a standalone layer in mild cold or as a base layer under a windbreaker on colder days.

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Salomon Cross Run Tight

Salomon

Salomon Cross Run Tight

Mallas largas de trail con tejido elástico y transpirable. Cintura ajustable, bolsillo trasero con cremallera. Protección contra el frío y la vegetación.

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Salomon Cross Warm Glove

Salomon

Salomon Cross Warm Glove

Guantes térmicos de running con palma antideslizante y puntas táctiles. Ligeros, cálidos y compatibles con bastones.

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Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock

Under Armour

Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock

Compression thermal top with a dual-layer fabric: ultra-warm brushed interior and quick-dry exterior. Second-skin compression fit with stretch mesh panels at the back and underarms for ventilation without losing warmth.

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Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock Hombre

Under Armour

Under Armour ColdGear Armour Compression Mock Hombre

Men's high-neck thermal compression top: brushed interior that holds heat and a quick-dry outer. Base layer for cold-weather runs.

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Bring thermal gloves (low of 3°C)

Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX Glove

Gore Wear

Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX Glove

Glove with a fully waterproof, windproof GORE-TEX membrane and light insulation. The pick for running in snow, sleet or heavy rain while keeping your hand dry.

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Gore Wear M GORE-TEX Thermo Glove

Gore Wear

Gore Wear M GORE-TEX Thermo Glove

Warmer variant of the Gore Wear C5 GORE-TEX: the same fully waterproof, windproof membrane, with extra thermal lining for intense cold on top of snow or rain. The pick when the problem isn't just water, but water AND hard cold at once.

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Icebreaker Oasis Liners

Icebreaker

Icebreaker Oasis Liners

Thin merino wool glove, lightweight and breathable, with good moisture management and none of the overheating of a thick technical glove. Ideal as a liner layer or for mild winter temperatures.

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LEKI Ultra Trail Storm Shark

LEKI

LEKI Ultra Trail Storm Shark

Glove for pole runners with the Shark system: clips straight into the grip of compatible LEKI poles, transferring force without closing your hand. Windproof and water-repellent.

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Ronhill GORE-TEX Windstopper Glove

Ronhill

Ronhill GORE-TEX Windstopper Glove

Running glove with GORE-TEX Windstopper fabric: blocks wind and repels light rain without the bulk of an insulated glove. Thin, close-fitting and dexterous.

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Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Glove

Salomon

Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Glove

Lightweight waterproof glove built for running, not just standing still in the snow: a waterproof membrane with more dexterity and less bulk than a thick membrane glove, for sustained rain without giving up handling gels or poles.

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Salomon Cross Warm Glove

Salomon

Salomon Cross Warm Glove

Guantes térmicos de running con palma antideslizante y puntas táctiles. Ligeros, cálidos y compatibles con bastones.

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Salomon Fast Wing Winter Glove

Salomon

Salomon Fast Wing Winter Glove

Technical winter trail running glove with a windproof outer shell and warm lining. Built for long outings in intense cold, wind and some moisture in the mountains.

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Sealskinz Waterproof Lightweight Glove

Sealskinz

Sealskinz Waterproof Lightweight Glove

Lightweight waterproof glove from a brand that specializes in outdoor sport waterproofing. A solid middle ground between a thin windproof glove and a thick membrane glove: genuinely waterproof without the bulk or price of the Gore C5.

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Consider long tights for nighttime cold

EcoTrail Paris: from forest to Eiffel Tower

Since 2008, EcoTrail has linked the forests south-west of Paris with the city centre. The 80 km, with about 1,450 m of climbing, finishes at the Eiffel Tower.

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360Complete Pack

EcoTrail Paris registration

Registration

Limited places and strong international demand. Register on the official website as soon as it opens.

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Tips

  • •Check the official website for the registration opening date
  • •France requires a medical certificate or PPS if you don't hold an FFA licence
  • •Review the mandatory gear list before travelling

Where to stay for EcoTrail Paris

Accommodation

Rambouillet fills up on race weekend. Book months ahead and stay close to the start.

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Tips

  • •Book as soon as you have a bib: availability goes fast
  • •Nearby villages are cheaper if you have a car
  • •Earplugs and eye mask for sleep before an early start

Gear for EcoTrail Paris

Gear

Fast forest course with little climbing and often mud in March. Versatile shoes, a light vest or belt and a rain jacket.

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Tips

  • •Fast trail shoes with medium lugs
  • •Light vest or belt: aid stations are frequent
  • •Headlamp for the long distances: you finish in the dark
Hoka Speedgoat 7

Which shoes for EcoTrail Paris?

Which footwear fits based on the race's terrain and weather

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Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED 45 mm

Which GPS watch for EcoTrail Paris?

Which watch has the battery to last based on your estimated finish time

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Best Neck Gaiter (Buff) for Trail Running 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide

Comparison of the best neck gaiters for trail running in 2026: Buff Original, Midweight, Windproof, DryFlx, CoolNet UV+, Thermonet, HANKER and Salomon Merino. Which to pick based on sun, wind, cold or budget.

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Best Thermal Base Layer for Trail Running 2026: Comparison & Buying Guide

The best thermal base layers for trail running in 2026: Odlo Active Warm Eco, Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis, Craft Pro Hypervent, Under Armour ColdGear, Salomon Agile LS Tee and Odlo I-Thermic. Which to pick based on cold, sweat management, merino wool, compression or built-in wind protection.

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Best Trail Running Gaiters 2026: 3-Way Comparison

Comparing the 3 best trail running gaiters in 2026: Salomon Trail Gaiters High, Salomon Trail Gaiters Low and TRIWONDER waterproof gaiters. Which to pick by terrain and budget.

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Nutrition for EcoTrail Paris

Nutrition

Many hours of mountain effort: plan gels, salts and solid food from the first kilometre.

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Tips

  • •A gel every 40-45 minutes from the start
  • •Electrolytes if it's hot or you sweat a lot
  • •Alternate sweet and savoury on ultra distances

Getting to EcoTrail Paris

Transport

The most practical airport is Paris-Orly (ORY). From there, train, bus or car to Rambouillet.

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Tips

  • •Fly to Paris-Orly (ORY) early: prices rise close to the date
  • •Check the organisers' official shuttles
  • •Driving is a good option if travelling as a group

Car rental for EcoTrail Paris

Car Rental

A car gives you freedom between start, finish and accommodation, and lets you recce the course.

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Tips

  • •Pick up the car at Paris-Orly (ORY)
  • •Mountain roads: drive carefully after the race

Insurance for EcoTrail Paris

Insurance

Mountain race abroad: a rescue can cost thousands of euros. Travel with sports cover.

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Tips

  • •European Health Insurance Card at minimum
  • •Insurance with mountain rescue and evacuation
  • •Cancellation cover for injury

Body care for EcoTrail Paris

Body Care

Climbing and long hours punish feet and skin. Prevent blisters and chafing before the start.

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Tips

  • •Anti-chafe on feet, armpits and groin
  • •Blister plasters in your pack
  • •Compression socks for recovery

Sun protection for EcoTrail Paris

Sun Protection

UV radiation is much stronger at altitude. Sweat-resistant SPF50 and lip protection.

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Tips

  • •Sweat-resistant SPF50, reapply every 2-3 hours
  • •Lip balm with SPF
  • •Category 3 sunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

When is EcoTrail Paris 2027?
On 20-21 March 2027, starting from Rambouillet.
What distances are there?
10, 20, 30, 35, 45, 80 and 120 km. The 80 km (about 1,450 m D+) is the signature race, finishing at the Eiffel Tower.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes: little climbing, fast trails and frequent aid stations.

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