Trail, MTB, hiking, gravel and road cycling around Verdun
The Trail de la Beholle is a major multisport event organized every year in September, starting from the Rozelier aerodrome, near Verdun. Much more than just a trail, this event offers timed races of 10 and 20 km, MTB routes from 15 to 85 km, hiking routes of 10 to 20 km, gravel on 65 and 110 km, as well as road routes from 60 to 120 km. An entertainment village, children's circuits, a BMX circuit, and a raffle complete the program for this sporting and festive day.
The Trail de la Beholle has established itself as one of the most complete sporting events in the Meuse region. Organized every year in September from the Rozelier aerodrome, on the outskirts of Verdun, this event brings together hundreds of participants in a friendly and sporty atmosphere.
The unique feature of La Beholle lies in the diversity of disciplines offered, making it a unique event in the Meuse sporting landscape:
Two timed routes are offered to trail runners:
Six distances are offered to mountain bikers, from 15 km to 85 km, allowing everyone to find a route adapted to their level. The circuits follow forest trails and country paths in the Verdun area, offering varied landscapes between the Côtes de Meuse and the valley.
Three routes of 10, 15, and 20 km are open to walkers, allowing everyone to enjoy the scenery at their own pace in a preserved natural setting.
Road and gravel cycling enthusiasts are not left out with 65 and 110 km gravel routes and 60, 90, and 120 km road routes, exploring the rolling roads of the Côtes de Meuse.
La Beholle places great importance on younger participants with 1 and 3 km children's circuits and a dedicated BMX circuit. An entertainment village accompanies the day with exhibitor stands, on-site catering, and a raffle.
The routes of La Beholle traverse the characteristic landscapes of the Côtes de Meuse: dense forests, ridge paths, rolling meadows, and panoramas of the Meuse valley. The start from the Rozelier aerodrome offers an original and practical setting with ample parking space.
The Trail de la Beholle 2026 is scheduled for September 5, 2026, starting from the Rozelier aerodrome, with timed trails of 10 and 20 km and all the usual disciplines (MTB, gravel, road, hiking).
The Trail de la Beholle returns on Saturday, September 5, 2026, for a new edition starting from the Rozelier aerodrome. The timed trails of 10 and 20 km will again be offered, accompanied by all the usual disciplines: MTB, gravel, road, and hiking. The full program and registration details will be announced in spring 2026.
By car: The Rozelier aerodrome is located a few kilometers south of Verdun, easily accessible from the A4 motorway (Verdun exit) then towards Eix-Abaucourt via the D112. Ample free parking is available directly on the aerodrome site, accommodating several hundred vehicles. Signage is in place from the main roads on the day of the event.
By train: Verdun-Meuse TGV station is the closest, served by TGV trains from Paris-Est. From the station, a vehicle is necessary to reach the Rozelier aerodrome (about 15 minutes). Carpooling among participants is often organized via the event's social media.
All races, hikes, and MTB/gravel/road routes start and finish at the Rozelier aerodrome, near Verdun. The start village, set up on the runway and hangars of the aerodrome, hosts all services: reception, bib collection, changing rooms, catering area, and exhibitor stands.
Registration is done online on specialized nature race platforms. It is strongly advised to register in advance, as places may be limited for certain distances. A medical certificate of non-contraindication to competitive sports (less than one year old) is mandatory for timed races (trail and MTB). No certificate is required for hiking.
Water and food refreshment stations are set up along all routes. A complete finish line refreshment is offered to all participants. The safety measures include first-aiders, marshals, and support vehicles on the routes.
A catering area is available at the start village throughout the day, offering sandwiches, grills, crepes, and hot and cold drinks.
For any further information, consult the website of the Verdun tourist office (tourisme-verdun.com) or the event's social media.
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