Trail de la Fraise

About the Event

The Trail de la Fraise 2026 is a popular charitable trail running event held in Lecelles, France, within the Hauts-de-France region. Scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026, the race is organized by "Les Clopains" and is an official affiliate of the French Athletics Federation (FFA). Celebrating the local strawberry festival, this event is famous for its festive atmosphere and its unique access to private lands that are only open to the public on race day.

Race Distance	Event Type	Participation Cap
25 km / 15 km	Long-distance Trails	Total limit: 4,200 runners
10 km / 6 km	Intermediate Trails	High demand/Sold out quickly
3 km	Short Trail / Discovery	Family-friendly

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

-- Unique Access: Approximately 50% of the course traverses private properties, including fields, forests, and river crossings, which are inaccessible outside of this specific event.
-- Course Features: The route is a authentic trail experience featuring mud paths, river fords (passages à gué), and technical forest trails across more than 40 km of prepared paths.
-- Charity Focus: All registration proceeds are donated to three partner associations: Les Clowns de l'Espoir (supporting hospitalized children), Arcad (food distribution and gifts for families in need), and Couleurs de Vie (cancer support).
-- Safety and Support: The organization deploys 200 volunteers, 6 doctors, and members of the Civil Protection to ensure runner safety. Numerous hydration and nutrition stations are placed along the routes.
-- Challenge Participation: The race is a featured event in the Challenge Nord Évasion, a series of 14 trails designed to showcase the diverse landscapes of Northern France.
-- Festivities: The event includes a large restoration zone and various musical animations, creating a community festival atmosphere beyond the competition.

Regional Context and Environment:

-- Location: Lecelles is situated in the Nord department, characterized by its agricultural heritage—specifically strawberry cultivation. The terrain is relatively flat but made challenging by natural obstacles like wetlands and rivers.
-- Climate: Late May in Northern France generally offers mild spring weather, though the rural nature of the course means trails can be significantly muddy or slippery if there has been recent rainfall.
-- Community Impact: In 2025, the event raised a record 58,000 € for charity, reflecting the massive local support and the dedication of the "Clopains" running group.

The Trail de la Fraise 2026 offers a rare opportunity for runners to explore the hidden rural landscapes of Lecelles while contributing to significant humanitarian causes in the Hauts-de-France region.

Races Offered

Trail 25 km

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 25K

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08:45

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€20.00

Trail 10 km

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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09:00

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€10.00

Trail 15 km

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 15K

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09:15

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€15.00

Trail 6 km

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 6K

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09:30

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€8.00

Trail 3 km

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 3K

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09:45

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€6.00

Trail 2 km

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 2K

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11:45

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€4.00

Trail 1 km

May 24, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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12:15

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€4.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Lecelles.

thermostat Temperature

9.3° / 18.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

6.8° / 16.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 19m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.2)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:57

nightlight Sunset

21:28

About Lecelles

Learn more about the host city, Lecelles.

Lecelles is a commune in the Nord department in northern France.

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Races Offered

Trail 25 km

Trail 10 km

Trail 15 km

Trail 6 km

Trail 3 km

Trail 2 km

Trail 1 km

Weather History

About Lecelles

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