Trail Val de Charente

Exact times and locations are not provided, but expect to collect your race bib and timing chip at a check-in desk in Ruffec before the start. Arrive with plenty of time, bring photo ID and any required medical certificate, and listen carefully to the pre-race briefing. The 22.5 km, 10.4 km and 5.8 km races may start together or in separate waves, so confirm your start procedure with the organiser.

Finishers usually cross a timed finish line, receive their result and any finisher item, and can access water, snacks or a small refreshment area. Because the event is in Ruffec on paths around the town, the finish area is likely to be walkable from the start. Check the event information for whether food, showers or changing facilities are offered after your race.

November in the Charente can be cool, damp and muddy, so trail running shoes with good grip are strongly recommended for the paths around Ruffec. Wear moisture-wicking layers, and bring a lightweight waterproof jacket and possibly a hat or gloves. For the 22.5 km distance, prepare for changing weather and consider a small pack with water and emergency nutrition.

The organiser is expected to provide safety cover, but specific medical points and emergency procedures have not been published. In France, the general emergency number is 112. Know your race number and route, follow course markings and marshal instructions, and report any injury or missing runner to the nearest aid station or finish area. Carry a phone and any personal medication you may need.