Le Sacré Trail
The mythical ultra-trail through the Champagne vineyards
2026
About Sacré Trail
Sacré Trail — edition 2026
The fourth edition of the Sacré Trail is confirmed for Saturday, October 10, 2026, as part of the Reims Champagne Run weekend (October 10 and 11, 2026). The 87 km ultra-trail starts at 8:00 AM from CREPS de Reims to reach the Porte de Mars, after 1,307 m of positive elevation gain through the Montagne de Reims and the Champagne vineyards. New for 2026: a 42 km trail format complements the 87 km individual and four-person relay.
2026 Edition: Saturday, October 10
The Sacré Trail returns for its fourth edition on Saturday, October 10, 2026, the sporting highlight of the Reims Champagne Run weekend (October 10 and 11, 2026). The start of the 87 km ultra-trail is at 8:00 AM from CREPS de Reims (Route de Bezannes), with an arrival at the iconic Porte de Mars in the city center. The final time limit is set at 9:30 PM.
Three Race Formats
- The Sacré Trail – 87 km (1,307 m D+): the flagship event, UTMB-indexed, limited to 800 runners.
- The Sacré Trail – 42 km: new format for 2026, to discover the course over a more accessible distance.
- The Sacré Trail in a four-person relay: the 87 km shared among four runners, in a team spirit.
On the 87 km Course
Eight aid stations punctuate the course (km 10, 20, 31, 45, 57, 65, 74) plus a comfort aid station at the finish. Intermediate time limits are imposed: km 20 at 11:15 AM, km 31 at 1:00 PM, km 45 at 3:00 PM, km 57 at 5:00 PM, km 65 at 6:00 PM, km 74 at 7:30 PM. The event is open to runners born before August 31, 2007.
The Rest of the Weekend
On Sunday, October 11, 2026, the Reims Champagne Run offers its road races: the Course des P'tits Rèmes (3 km), the 5 km, the 10K de Rémus (10 km), and the Semi des Rois (21.1 km).
Highlights Sacré Trail 2026
- Saturday, October 10, 2026: start of the Sacré Trail 87 km at 8:00 AM from CREPS de Reims
- 87 km ultra-trail (1,307 m D+) UTMB-indexed, finish Porte de Mars
- New 42 km format in 2026, in addition to the 87 km individual and four-person relay
- Reims Champagne Run weekend: road races on Sunday, October 11
Programme Sacré Trail 2026
Saturday, October 10, 2026 — The Sacré Trail (trail)
- 8:00 AM — Start of the Sacré Trail 87 km (1,307 m D+) from CREPS de Reims · finish Porte de Mars · final time limit 9:30 PM · limited to 800 runners
- 8:00 AM — Start of the Sacré Trail in a four-person relay (87 km shared among 4 runners)
- The Sacré Trail 42 km (new format 2026)
87 km Aid Stations: km 10, 20, 31, 45, 57, 65, 74 + comfort aid station at the finish.
87 km Time Limits: km 20 (11:15 AM), km 31 (1:00 PM), km 45 (3:00 PM), km 57 (5:00 PM), km 65 (6:00 PM), km 74 (7:30 PM), finish (9:30 PM).
Sunday, October 11, 2026 — Road Races (Reims Champagne Run)
- The Semi des Rois — 21.1 km · start 8:00 AM boulevard de Lundy
- The 10K de Rémus — 10 km
- 5 km Matmut
- The Course des P'tits Rèmes — 3 km
Bib Number Collection: Thursday, October 8 (11:00 AM-7:30 PM, Décathlon Cormontreuil) and Friday, October 9 (11:30 AM-7:00 PM, Porte de Mars).
Prices Sacré Trail 2026
- 57 € until May 4, 2026
- 72 € from July 16 to September 14, 2026
- 87 € from September 15 to October 10, 2026
The Sacré Trail in a four-person relay: from 99 € per team (early bird rate until May 4), up to 130 € per team from September 15 to October 10.
Online registration on in.njuko.com (Reims Champagne Run 2026). Registrations close on Friday, October 9 at 6:00 PM. Medical certificate or license required.
Practical information — Sacré Trail
Start and Finish
Start: CREPS de Reims, Route de Bezannes, 51100 Reims. The start of the 87 km Sacré Trail is given on Saturday late afternoon.
Finish: Porte de Mars, Reims city center.
Access to CREPS
By car: The CREPS de Reims is located on Route de Bezannes, south of Reims. Parking is available on site. GPS: 49.2310, 3.9989.
By shuttle: Shuttles are organized between the race village (Porte de Mars) and the CREPS on the day of the start.
Registration and Fees
Registration is open on the website reimschampagnerun.fr. The fee for the 87 km Sacré Trail is approximately €75, and for the 4-person relay, it is approximately €120 per team. A medical certificate of non-contraindication to competitive running, dated less than one year ago, is mandatory.
Mandatory Equipment
A list of mandatory equipment is provided before the race: headlamp, water supply (minimum 1 liter), warm clothing, waterproof clothing, charged mobile phone, survival blanket, whistle. Equipment checks may be carried out when collecting bibs and on the course.
Aid Stations
Eight aid stations are set up along the course, offering drinks, solid food, and medical assistance. A comfort aid station is provided at the finish line.
Cut-off Times
Cut-off times are imposed at several points on the course. Runners who do not reach a control point within the allotted time will be withdrawn from the race and repatriated.
Le Sacré Trail: An Ultra in the Heart of Champagne
Le Sacré Trail is much more than just a race: it's an 87-kilometer adventure through one of France's most beautiful terroirs. Created as part of the Reims Champagne Run, this exceptional trail takes runners from the CREPS of Reims to the iconic Porte de Mars, crossing the Montagne de Reims Regional Natural Park.
An Exceptional Course
The Sacré Trail route winds through the forests of the Montagne de Reims, vineyards classified as UNESCO World Heritage, and typical Champagne wine villages. Runners navigate varied terrain—forest paths, vineyard trails, urban passages—offering a unique diversity of landscapes and sensations. Eight aid stations are located along the course, some in emblematic locations of the Champagne vineyards.
An UTMB Indexed Event
Le Sacré Trail benefits from UTMB (Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc) indexing, meaning runners' performances are recorded in the global ultra-trail rankings. This recognition attracts trail runners from all over the world, eager to discover an original course in the heart of an exceptional terroir while earning points for the UTMB World Series circuit.
The Four-Person Relay Format
For those who wish to experience the Sacré Trail as a team, a four-person relay is offered. Four runners share the 87 km course, allowing each to discover a portion of the route while experiencing a collective and supportive adventure. This friendly format is growing in popularity with each edition.
Strong Territorial Roots
By crossing 37 communes of the Grand Reims, Le Sacré Trail contributes to the region's influence and the valorization of its natural and wine heritage. Volunteers from the communes involved in the organization of aid stations and signage create a real link between the sporting event and the local inhabitants.
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