84 Km Trek and Trail

5 days / 4 nights
3 days of racing
From €950

A Trek for walkers and a Trail for runners over a distance of 84 km.
3loops in 3 days of running or walking.

The Boucle de l’Étoile is much more than just a race: it’s a total immersion in an exceptional natural environment, a personal and collective challenge, and a unique opportunity to push back your limits. Join us for this extraordinary human and sporting adventure, where every stride will bring you a little closer to your star.

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Program
Trek & Trail 84 Km

Trek & Trail 84 Km program

Day – 1 :

Arrive Tuesday, November 4 to be cool and rested before the adventure.
Overnight in Oujda.

Practical info :

  • Return flights from 143 euros.
  • Hotels in Oujda near the airport from 23 euros per night.

Day 1:
 Possibility of visiting the town of Oujda while waiting for the shuttles (see FAQ).
Departure of airport shuttles for the Bivouac at 12:00 or 16:00.
Installation at the Bivouac.
Medical, technical and administrative checks.
Briefing and race kit.
Welcome products.

Day 2:
Departure for the 32 km loop
Astronomical activities to discover the stars

Day 3:
Night departure for the 20 km loop

Day 4:
Start of the 32 km loop
Awards ceremony and trophies
Traditional gala evening

Day 5:
Departure and transfer to Oujda airport

Logistics &
Organization

Logistics & Organization

Trek and 84 Km Trail
The courses of La Boucle de l’Étoile are marked, signposted and timed for the 84 Km Trail. It is impossible to get lost.
There are between 3 and 6 checkpoints and refreshment points positioned to be as close as possible to the participants.
Each checkpoint has medical and paramedical assistance, natural products and a systematic distribution of mineral water for the Trekkers, Trailers and Ultra Trailers.
The follow-up and safety of the Loop are ensured by the Staff of Guide de Haute Montage and the safety team.
An assistance vehicle follows the race in its entirety.

Logistics & Organization

Trek and 84 Km Trail
The courses of La Boucle de l’Étoile are marked, signposted and timed for the 84 Km Trail. It is impossible to get lost.
There are between 3 and 6 checkpoints and refreshment points positioned to be as close as possible to the participants.
Each checkpoint has medical and paramedical assistance, natural products and a systematic distribution of mineral water for the Trekkers, Trailers and Ultra Trailers.
The follow-up and safety of the Loop are ensured by the Staff of Guide de Haute Montage and the safety team.
An assistance vehicle follows the race in its entirety.

Logistics &
Organization

Accommodation &
Food

Accommodation & Food

Accommodation :

Solo (extra charge) or duo tents.
4 or 6-seater team tents.
Comfortable mattresses with sleeping bag, bag and inner sheet supplied.

Power supply :

Runners and Walkers: Breakfast, snack or Lunch Box for lunch and dinner.

Bivouac :

Restaurant tent, medical tent, race management tent, staff tent, media tent,
checkpoint and security tents.
Toilets, showers, water and electricity.
Telephone network.

Each category requires specific physical preparation and equipment to cope with the race conditions.

Walkers &
Trekkers

Walkers & Trekkers

Profile: This category is perfect for those who wish to experience adventure in a more contemplative way, while remaining active. Walkers are participants who prefer to explore the countryside at a more moderate pace.

Distance: The 84 km can be completed at a walking pace (32 km on day one, 20 km on day two, 32 km on day three).

Experience:

Regular hikers, used to good walking distances.

Training :

Regular walking, sometimes supplemented by fitness activities.

Equipment:

Comfortable hiking boots, walking poles for added stability, backpack with water and snacks, headlamp for night walks.

Strategy:

Regular progress and management of effort over a long period, ability to navigate on varied terrain, good management of hydration and nutrition.

Walkers & Trekkers

Profile: This category is perfect for those who wish to experience adventure in a more contemplative way, while remaining active. Walkers are participants who prefer to explore the countryside at a more moderate pace.

Distance: The 84 km can be completed at a walking pace (32 km on day one, 20 km on day two, 32 km on day three).

Experience:

Regular hikers, used to good walking distances.

Training :

Regular walking, sometimes supplemented by fitness activities.

Equipment:

Comfortable hiking boots, walking poles for added stability, backpack with water and snacks, headlamp for night walks.

Strategy:

Regular progress and management of effort over a long period, ability to navigate on varied terrain, good management of hydration and nutrition.

Walkers &
Trekkers

Trailers

Trailers

Profile: Sportifs are all-round athletes or regular runners looking for a unique experience without necessarily being trail specialists. This category is open to those in good general physical condition.

Distance: 84 km (32 km on first day, 20 km on second day, 32 km on third day).

Experience:

Participation in 10-20 km races or half-marathons.

Training :

Regular training with a variety of activities including running, cardio and strength training.

Equipment:

Multi-purpose trail shoes, lightweight hydration pack, desert-appropriate clothing, basic headlamp.

Strategy:

Ability to manage a moderate effort over several days, adapt to varied climatic conditions and terrain.

All the Boucles are different in terms of scenery and difficulty.

The Boucles de l’Étoile are accessible to all, even those walking at 5km/h.
Trekkers and 84 km Trailers will have covered 32 + 20 + 32 km by the end of the Boucle de l’Étoile.
A distance equivalent to 2 marathons in 3 days.

These distances are given for guidance only and may be adjusted according to the type of terrain and the gradient of the routes.

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