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Biathlon trail

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Sunday 26 July 2026

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The race

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For a warm, family-friendly and unique experience, choose the Biathlon Trail. Open in race mode from the Benjamin category upwards, this biathlon trail will feature loops around the event village at Vars Sainte-Marie. Participants will have to combine precision rifle shooting with cardio management for the purely running part. It’s a circuit that promises to delight young and old alike, with a super fun format to discover with family and friends.

Race open to Benjamin and above – 1 loop = 2 km and 50m D+.
Race open to Minime category and above – 2 loops = 4 km and 100m D+.

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    Reliving the 2025 race

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      The news

      Start:

      Starts from Sainte-Marie village at 11.30am (rifle shoot to determine starting order from 09.30am).

      Distance :

      2 Km (x2)

      Difference in altitude :

      50m D+ (x2)

      Format :

      2 timed formats with rifle shooting

      Maximum number of race numbers :

      150 overall

      Category:

      Benjamin (2km – 1 lap) or Minime to Master (4km – 2 laps)

      Price :

      2km entry fee: €5
      4km registration fee: €10

      Number collection:

      Saturday 16h-18h, Sunday 07h00 – 10h00

      1 Aid station

      Sainte-Marie Finish

      Event timing

      Refreshments

      Safety and rescue on the course

      100% local welcome gift

      Finisher’s medal

      Numerous quality prizes for the podiums

      Prize-giving ceremony

      For minors:

      Medical certificate of no contraindication to trail running, less than 6 months old.

      For adults:

      An Athlé compétition or athlé running licence issued by the FFA or a “J’aime Courir” pass issued by the FFA and completed by the doctor

      OR

      A valid sports licence

      OR

      PPS (Parcours Prévention Santé) number provided by the FFA online, for non-licensed runners.

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