Ramboli'Trail

About the Event

The Ramboli’TRAIL 2026 is a significant sporting event held in the heart of the Yvelines department, scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026. Organized by the dedicated volunteers of Rambouillet Sports Xtrem Running Trail (XRT), this event combines the love of forest running with a strong philanthropic mission. For the 2026 edition, the race is officially supporting ARSLA, an association committed to the fight against Charcot disease (ALS). Participants are encouraged to contribute through a donation system integrated into the registration process, and the association will maintain a central presence in the race village throughout the day.

Event Detail	Information	Key Highlights
Race Date	Sunday, April 26, 2026	Charitable focus (ARSLA)
Organization	Rambouillet Sports XRT	Xtrem Running Trail section
Environmental Policy	Eco-responsible	Sustainability-focused logistics
Participation	Online Inscriptions	Includes donation options

Race Logistics and Solidarity

The Ramboli’TRAIL is designed to be an inclusive event where the community gathers for both sport and solidarity. The organizers emphasize an eco-responsible approach to race management, ensuring that the impact on the local ecosystem is minimized through sustainable practices. Results and photos are traditionally made available shortly after the event, and the race relies on a large network of local volunteers to manage access, parking, and on-course safety. By highlighting the ARSLA association, the XRT volunteers aim to turn a physical challenge into a meaningful human adventure, uniting runners and walkers under a shared banner of support for those affected by motor neuron disease.

Regional and Community Context

Rambouillet is a historic town located on the edge of the expansive Rambouillet Forest, a former royal hunting ground that now serves as one of the premier outdoor recreation areas near Paris. The town is famous for the Château de Rambouillet, which has hosted many international summits and served as a presidential residence. The local geography is characterized by its sandy forest paths, hidden ponds, and diverse flora and fauna, providing a scenic and varied backdrop for trail running. The forest trails offer a mix of flat, fast sections and more technical areas with exposed roots and occasional elevation shifts.

The sporting culture in Rambouillet is deeply rooted in the "Rambouillet Sports" umbrella organization, which supports a wide range of athletic disciplines. The Xtrem Running Trail section specifically caters to those who enjoy the more rugged, natural elements of long-distance running. The local community takes pride in its heritage and its forest, often seeing the Ramboli’TRAIL as a way to showcase the natural beauty of the region while fostering social ties. This combination of royal history, natural preservation, and modern athletic passion makes the race a unique staple of the spring sporting season in the Yvelines.

Races Offered

26 km trail

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 26K

terrain

Type — Running

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09:00

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€22.00

17 km nature

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 17K

terrain

Type — Running

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09:30

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€18.00

10 km nature

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 10K

terrain

Type — Running

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09:45

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€15.00

5 km

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

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09:50

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€6.00

10 km Nordic Walking

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 10K

terrain

Type — Running

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10:00

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€15.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Rambouillet.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 6.0° / 14.9°

wb_sunny 2.4° / 11.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.8 /

water_drop 76.5%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 6.0° / 14.9°

wb_sunny 2.4° / 11.3°

air 13.8 km/h

water_drop 76.5%

About Rambouillet

Learn more about the host city, Rambouillet.

Rambouillet is a town in the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, to the south-west of Paris. It is most well-known for the Château de Rambouillet and its vast grounds which blend into the Forest of Rambouillet, which also acted as the official summer residence of the President of France until 2009.