EcoTrail: The story of the trail's launch pad
It all began in 2007, just outside Paris. A group of trail-racing friends, passionate and curious, had the idea of organizing a nature race in the very place where they trained. At the time, the idea seemed crazy: a trail in an urban environment, where no one thought of running on anything but asphalt.
A bold idea
The aim was not just to create an original race. Recognizing that trail running was little-known in the city, they wanted to make the principles of eco-responsibility an integral part of the event's DNA. In doing so, they seized the opportunity presented by the participation of neophytes to raise their awareness of best practices, while offering them a safe and accessible experience.
A growing adventure
The EcoTrail soon attracted a varied public: curious beginners, urban runners looking to reconnect with nature, and enthusiasts of new challenges. Each edition brings new routes, new experiences, while remaining true to its values: lightness, accessibility, curiosity and respect for the environment.
From Paris to all over the world
Paris was just the beginning. From 2012 onwards, EcoTrail gradually expanded internationally, with editions in Brussels, Oslo, Funchal, Madrid, Stockholm, Reykjavik, Florence, Geneva, Wicklow, Putrajaya and Chiang Mai.
Some events did not last, and these experiences have enabled EcoTrail to assert its vision more clearly today: local events for local participants, while remaining true to the values of accessibility, eco-responsibility and fun.
Today
With events in Paris, Oslo, Stockholm, Brussels (returning in 2026), Wicklow, Funchal and Putrajaya, the EcoTrail has become the premier playground for urban and suburban runners. All the while remaining true to its mission: fun, learning, commitment and respect for the environment.
Since its beginnings, EcoTrail has opened up a new path for urban and suburban trail running, bringing nature closer to city dwellers, raising awareness of best practices and offering an experience accessible to all. Today, EcoTrail is the launching pad for trail running, the starting point where everyone can (re)discover, progress and escape.
Wheretrail begins.
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And that's just the beginning: the concept is constantly opening up to new territories, to help more and more runners discover trail running.
