Les Trails de la Factrice

About the Event

Les Trails de la Factrice take place on June 13-14, 2026, starting and finishing at the Esplanade de Roquebrun in the Parc Naturel Régional du Haut-Languedoc, Hérault, Occitanie, France. This trail running event offers five distances: L'Épineuse (115 km, 6,300 m D+), La Bête Noire (68 km, 3,800 m D+), La Factrice (33 km, 1,500 m D+), Roquebrune (16 km, 750 m D+), and Roquebrunette (8.5 km, 270 m D+), all starting from the picturesque village on the Orb River.

L'Épineuse (115 km)
Start: Saturday, June 13, 5:00 AM • 6,300 m D+ • Perfect preparation for Grand Raid de la Réunion

La Bête Noire (68 km)
Start: Saturday, June 13, 6:00 AM • 3,800 m D+ • Western Caroux, GR7, Peyre Azent/Montahut

La Factrice (33 km)
Start: Sunday, June 14, 7:00 AM • 1,500 m D+ • Passes through Laurenque, Le Pin, Le Lau, Vieussan, Garlande, Ceps

Roquebrune (16 km)
Start: Sunday, June 14, 8:00 AM • 750 m D+ • Vineyards and technical Garrigas descent

Roquebrunette (8.5 km)
Start: Saturday, June 13, 7:00 PM • 270 m D+ • Beginner‑friendly, playful course

Event Logistics & Participant Information:

Location: Roquebrun, Hérault — a small, picturesque village on the Orb River, in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. North of Béziers.
Atmosphere: Friendly and festive — generous aid stations, runner exchanges, local entertainment, and discovery of the medieval village.
Technical Terrain: Single‑track, often rocky, fragrant garrigue, shaded oak/pine forests, ridges overlooking the Orb valley, and small agricultural roads. Mix of wild nature and authentic paths.
Part of: Roquebrune and La Factrice are part of the Challenge du Parc.
Registration: Online via race website (links available).
Results: Available on race website after event.
Accommodations: Information available on event website (“Hébergements” section).
Media/Photos: Available on race website (“Médias” section).
Race Rules: Available on event website (“Règlement” section).
Facebook: Download PNG link for updates.
Sponsors: Multiple local and regional partners (logos displayed on event page).

Swag, Awards & Atmosphere:

Scenic Setting: Stunning landscapes and splendid panoramas of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Park.
L'Épineuse Challenge: “She who rubs against it… gets stung!” Abrupt climbs and teasing descents for the most hardened runners. Perfect preparation for the Grand Raid de la Réunion.
La Bête Noire: The last third of the course will still surprise you.
La Factrice: A concentrated adventure requiring energy and good water reserves.
Roquebrune: Two‑part course featuring the Orb River and its famous vineyards, then a technical loop over rocks and holm oaks.
Roquebrunette: Fun course without major difficulty — perfect for discovering trail running.
Finisher Recognition: Not specified (likely medal/certificate — see race rules).
Community Vibe: “You have been warned — you can come!”

air 8.7 /

water_drop 63.1%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 17.3° / 28.3°

wb_sunny 17.3° / 27.5°

air 8.7 km/h

water_drop 63.1%

About Roquebrun

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Roquebrun is a commune in the Hérault department in the Occitanie region in southern France.

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