Bastille Day Trail Run 2024

Sat 7 Sep @ Franschhoek, Western Cape.

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!

Head over to our website www.bastilledaytrailrun.co.za for more event info!

ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE ON 30 AUGUST 2024

Race Venue:

The start and finish venue is at La Roche Estate, Robertsvlei Road Franschhoek. Right next to the Berg River Dam. Follow the parking signs

Warm showers will be available.

Registration: 

Collect your race number, goodie bag items and ordered shirts.

Friday, 6 September from 12pm to 7pm at The Race venue. Berg River Dam, Franschhoek. (NO late entries will be sold) or on race morning from 5am (registration closes at 8:30am) Be early!!

Official Bastille 2024 merch will be on sale!

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.