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Bastille Day Trail Run is a wilderness adventure, for which you need to be prepared – you have been warned!
The Franschhoek Mountains in July can be covered in snow. The rivers are scenic yet cold.
This Trail Running adventure sells out every year, numbers are limited. You are assured of a wild time, wet feet and rewarding OBS, served by French Maids.
All Routes have changed !! This Trail Run will be different from what you are used to! Adventure is assured. Forget avoiding the puddles, your feet are going to be wet today. You will cross cold rivers, get close up with prickly bushes, and be soaked in huge views!
STANDARD ENTRY FEE:
50km - R1500
35km - R1200
25km - R850
15km - R600
10km - R400
Start times:
50km - 06:00am
35km - 07:00am
25km - 08:00am
15km - 09:00am
10km - 10:00am
Race Venue:
The start finish zone is located at the ‘Old Bells Lodge’ on the edge of the Berg River dam, (33’56’12.83’S, 19′ 4’27.14’E). Coming from Paarl side, head through Franschhoek on the main road (R45) until you hit the T-Junction at the Franschhoek Monument. Turn right and then right again onto the Robertsvlei road. Carry on for 5km and marshals will direct you to the parking.
CLICK HERE: Google maps from Franschhoek
Toilets and warm showers will be available.
Registration TBC
Compulsory Equipment:
Compulsory Equipment for 25km, 35km, 50km categories.
1) Rain Jacket (waterproof, not just wind breaker, which you may have as well);
2) Sensible Clothing for the conditions, eg. compulsory thermal base layer;
3) Charged cell phone in waterproof bag eg. Ziplock
4) Food – sarmie, fruit, energy bars – for 4 to 10 hours!
5) Water – 1.5L min. to start, hydration pack, with bladder. You will be crossing several fresh water rivers.
6) Space Blanket & Whistle
7) Headlamp/Torch and Race Map – provided
8) Re-usable cup
Compulsory Equipment for 15km
1) Rain Jacket (waterproof, not just wind breaker, which you may have as well);
2) Sensible Clothing for the conditions;
3) Water – 1L min. to start, hydration pack, with bladder. You will be crossing several fresh water rivers.
4) Re-usable cup
Recommended Equipment:
Beanie, Buff, Gloves. Ladies, add a couple of layers. Toes, fingers freeze. Lips go blue.
Mail Landi HERE for more info.
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More information: bastilledaytrailrun.co.za/
Classes and pricing
Available classes for the event
| Class | Distance | Start Time | Price (pp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bastille Day Trail Run 50km | 50 km | 06:00 | R 1,500.00 |
| Bastille Day Trail Run 35km | 35 km | 07:00 | R 1,200.00 |
| Bastille Day Trail Run 25km | 25 km | 08:00 | R 850.00 |
| Bastille Day Trail Run 15km | 15 km | 09:00 | R 600.00 |
| Bastille Day Trail Run 10km | 10 km | 09:30 | R 400.00 |
Event location
Bells lodge Parking Area, Robertsvlei Rd, Stellenbosch Municipality
| Coordinates | -33.93731554723, 19.075837757056 |
| Address | Bells lodge Parking Area, Robertsvlei Rd |
| City | Stellenbosch Municipality |
| Province | Western Cape |
Registration Number: 2015/141112/07