126 Km Ultra Trail
3 days of racing
An Ultra Trail over a distance of 126 km.
3loops in 3 days of racing.
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.
Program
Ultra Trail 126 Km
ITRA point: 3
Hotels in Oujda close to the airport.
Day 1:
Possibility of visiting the town of Oujda while waiting for the shuttles (see FAQ).
Departure of airport shuttles for the Bivouac.
Installation in the Bivouac.
Medical, technical and administrative checks.
Briefings.
Day 2:
Departure for the 32 km loop (gradients to be announced).
Day 3:
Departure for the 62 km loop (altitude differences to be announced).
Day 4:
Departure for the 32 km loop (gradients to be announced).
Awards ceremony (Trophées)
Traditional gala evening
Day 5:
Departure and transfer to Oujda airport
ITRA point: 1
Mountain Point: 1
Logistics &
Organization
Trek and Trail 126 Km
The courses of La Boucle de l’Étoile are marked, signposted and timed for the 126 Km Trail. It’s impossible to get lost. Each runner and walker is equipped with a satellite beacon.
There are at least 4 control and refreshment points, positioned to be as close as possible to the participants, with an Advanced Medical Post.
Safety.
Each checkpoint is equipped with medical and paramedical assistance, natural products and mineral water for Trekkers, Trailers and Ultra Trailers.
The Boucle is monitored and secured by the Haute Montage Guide Staff, the race safety team and the Serre-Files Sapeurs Pompiers.
Assistance and intervention vehicles follow the race in its entirety.
Time barrier.
A time barrier will be set up to ensure the safety of participants.
Trek and Trail 126 Km
The courses of La Boucle de l’Étoile are marked, signposted and timed for the 126 Km Trail. It’s impossible to get lost. Each runner and walker is equipped with a satellite beacon.
There are at least 4 control and refreshment points, positioned to be as close as possible to the participants, with an Advanced Medical Post.
Safety.
Each checkpoint is equipped with medical and paramedical assistance, natural products and mineral water for Trekkers, Trailers and Ultra Trailers.
The Boucle is monitored and secured by the Haute Montage Guide Staff, the race safety team and the Serre-Files Sapeurs Pompiers.
Assistance and intervention vehicles follow the race in its entirety.
Time barrier.
A time barrier will be set up to ensure the safety of participants.
Logistics &
Organization
Accommodation &
Food
Accommodation :
Solo (extra charge) or duo tents.
Traditional Caïdal tentssleeping 4 or 6 for teams.
Comfortable memory foam mattresses.
Sleeping bag option (extra charge).
Power supply :
Runners and Walkers: Breakfast, Lunch Box and/or buffet lunch, dinner.
Bivouac :
Restaurant tent, medical tent, race management tent, staff tent, media tent,
checkpoint and security tents.
Toilets, showers, water and electricity.
Limited Wifi.
Each category requires specific physical preparation and equipment to cope with the race conditions.
Ultra Trailers
Profile: Ultra Trailers are experienced athletes who have already taken part in long-distance events. They are looking for extreme challenges and have great endurance and effort management skills.
Distance: 126 km (32 km on first day, 62 km on second day, 32 km on third day).
Experience :
Several ultras and marathons to their credit.
Training :
Regular training plan.
Equipment:
Sturdy trail shoes, light bag, headlamp for night runs, breathable clothing suitable for hot weather.
Strategy:
Effort management on varied terrain, ability to maintain a steady pace over long periods, good hydration management.
Profile: Ultra Trailers are experienced athletes who have already taken part in long-distance events. They are looking for extreme challenges and have great endurance and effort management skills.
Distance: 126 km (32 km on first day, 62 km on second day, 32 km on third day).
Experience :
Several ultras and marathons to their credit.
Training :
Regular training plan.
Equipment:
Sturdy trail shoes, light bag, headlamp for night runs, breathable clothing suitable for hot weather.
Strategy:
Effort management on varied terrain, ability to maintain a steady pace over long periods, good hydration management.
Ultra Trailers
All the Boucles are different in terms of scenery and difficulty.
By the end of La Boucle de l’Étoile, the 126 km Ultra Trailers will have covered 32+62+32 km.
A distance equivalent to 3 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.
