FAQ

– 72 km (run) : be born before December 31, 2004.

– 44 km (run)  : be born before December 31, 2004.

– 27 km (run or nordic walk) : be born before December 31, 2005.

– 13 km : be born before December 31, 2008.

– Rando 13 km : be born before December 31, 2016.

For participants under 18 years old on the day of the event, it is no longer necessary to provide a medical certificate or parental authorization. For minors participating in the 27 or 13 km, they only need to answer a health questionnaire (avalaible here) when registering online.

No, all registrations must be made online at the following address: www.njuko.net/lavenivici-2023
Registration files sent by email or mail will not be taken into account.

Absolutely not. La Veni Vici is open to anyone who is normally constituted and preferably in good health, regardless of their level of practice in running. Practitioners of other sports disciplines, licensed or not, are welcome, as well as hikers.

The only condition for participation in the 72 km / 44 km / 27 km / 13 km run is to present either a medical certificate dated less than one year on the day of the race, authorizing the practice of running or sports (generic term) in competition.

For participants in the 27 km Nordic walking, a medical certificate of « no contraindication to the practice of hiking, Nordic walking or sports competition » dated less than one year on the day of the race, or a competition license from the French Hiking Federation, is necessary.
You can use the following model to present to your doctor:  Download the medical certificate template

Participants in the 13 km hike, whose participation will not be timed, do not need to provide any documentary evidence.

Foreign athletes, even licensed by a federation affiliated with the IAAF, must provide a medical certificate in French (or accompanied by a translation into French if written in another language).

Yes, it is mandatory for all non-licensed adult participants of an accredited federation. In accordance with the regulations of the French Athletics Federation (FFA) for road racing to which we are subject, every participant over 18 years old on the day of the event must provide a medical certificate of fitness to practice running or sports competition dating within a year of the competition date from the date of the competition. No bib pickup is possible otherwise.
You can use the following medical certificate template, to be filled out by your doctor.

Yes, it is mandatory for all adult participants who are not members of an approved federation. In accordance with the regulations of the French Athletics Federation (FFA), which oversees Nordic walking with the French Hiking Federation (FFRandonnée), every participant over the age of 18 on the day of the event must provide a medical certificate attesting to their ability to practice running, hiking, Nordic walking or sports compétition dated within a year of the competition date. Otherwise, the bib will not be provided. You can use the the following medical certificate template,to be completed by your doctor.

La Veni Vici also offers a 13 km hiking format on a marked non-timed course that will allow you to discover the Pont du Gard Site’s magical surroundings. Hiking sticks are allowed, and registration is not conditioned by a level of practice. The hike is open to all healthy individuals, starting at the age of 8 for those who want to participate as a family. The only condition is to be born before 31.12.2016. No medical certificate is required for the hike.

NO. No registration can be made on site, even if other participants cancel. If there are still places available, registrations can be made online until Friday, November 10, 2023, at 7 pm. Given the strong interest in Veni Vici (4200 participants in 2022), we encourage you to register as early as possible, otherwise you may be disappointed!

All runners and hikers, regardless of the distance, will be entitled to:

• A high-quality technical t-shirt in Veni Vici colors, specially made for the event, which will be given at the time of bib pickup.
• A personalized bib (with your first name or nickname, you have carte blanche at the time of online registration to choose up to 12 days before the event), which you can frame and hang above your bed or fireplace…
• A Veni Vici souvenir medal at the finish line.
• A fresh beer from la Brasserie de la Cave.
• Unforgettable memories with the crossing of exceptional historical sites, in a natural setting and an atmosphere that is out of the ordinary.

In addition, for participants in the 72 km:

• An additional Veni Vici souvenir gift (surprise!)

Just ask… here’s the link. 

No worries: no registration will be lost on la Veni Vici, regardless of the reason for a possible postponement or cancellation of the event. In this case, all registered persons will be offered at least a free transfer of their registration to the rescheduled date in the same year (provided that an alternative date can be found) or to one of the following two editions.

As of now, no, a valid health pass is no longer required to participate in outdoor sports events in France, as all health restrictions have been lifted.
However, in the event that health measures are reintroduced, the organizers of la Veni Vici would be required to apply them during the event weekend. All registered individuals will be required to accept and comply with these measures.

Registration is only confirmed after payment by credit card on the online registration site. Once this is validated, participants receive two emails: one confirming payment, the other confirming registration for la Veni Vici.

If you do not immediately receive a registration confirmation email, we invite you to check if the message has not landed in the spam folder of your email inbox.

If in doubt, do not hesitate to contact us by email so that we can check your registration: info@lavenivici.com

You can check if your registration has been successfully processed by logging into your online registration account using the confirmation email you received. From there, you can check if your file is marked as “COMPLETE” or “INCOMPLETE.”

You can also access the list of 2023 participants starting 15 days before the event.

• Si If your file is marked “COMPLETE” (in GREEN) : congratulations, you have nothing left to do!
• If your file is marked “INCOMPLETE” (in ORANGE) : it means that your medical certificate or license has not yet been provided or has been refused. In this case, you will need to upload it again by clicking on the “Upload a supporting document” tab on the right side of the window.
• If your file is marked “NO” (in RED) : it means that you are not registered, probably due to an issue with online payment. If you have any doubts, you can send an email to info@lavenivici.com

> Medical certificate template (to be completed by your doctor and saved in your online registration file) ) for the RUN races (13 to 72 km): click here

> Medical certificate template (to be completed by your doctor and saved in your online registration file) for the timed Nordic walking (27 km): click here

YES, it is possible until the bibs are printed and sent out, no later than 12 days before the event, subject to availability on the desired new distance. The request must be made by email to the following address: info@lavenivici.com . A confirmation of the registration transfer will be sent by email to those concerned within 48 hours to validate the transfer:

• For a longer distance: you will need to pay the price difference online to be registered for the new distance.
• For a shorter distance: it’s free and automatic !

Simply click on the link received in the confirmation email on the day of your online registration. You can correct your name or first name, gender, date of birth… (if there is an error) and add options (subject to availability).

Sometimes people who have registered do not receive a payment receipt or registration confirmation email at the email address provided online. In this case:

• Check your spam folder to see if you have received any messages from us.
• If you have not received any emails within an hour of registering online, please contact us by email at: info@lavenivici.com 

YES, it is possible and free until D-12, by clicking on the “Transfer my bib” button from my online registration area, until the bibs are sent for production (personalized). To validate the transfer, the beneficiary person will have to fill in the online registration form completely and validate it. Please note that it is not allowed to run on the day of the race under another person’s name with their bib.

Out of fairness to those who have subscribed to it, only those who have taken out cancellation insurance during their online registration can use it up to 72 hours after the event ( Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 11:59:59 p.m.). No exceptions will be accepted.

Note:

– the insured person must provide, at the request of the insurer, any document or information necessary to assess the validity of the claim.
– it is not possible to take out cancellation insurance after online registration.

To trigger the cancellation insurance, refer to the email received from the insurer (BEticketing) on the day of your online registration (the cancellation insurance is managed by a third-party provider).

The refund conditions by BEticketing insurance are as follows:

– 80% refund of the value of the bib in case of unforeseen circumstances (20% deductible)
– insurance without justification and covering COVID-19 infections in the 30 days prior to the event.
– 20% deductible; ticket refunded at 80%.
– Any cause insurance, for any unforeseeable and sudden event preventing participation in the event. Valid up to 72 hours after the event.

Read the general conditions of the BEticketing insurance

Note:

Cancellation or postponement of the race due to COVID-19 are not covered by the insurance.
If, after subscribing, you cancel or transfer your registration to another event, the insurance will be lost.
Important for team registrations: insurance is an individual option that must be subscribed for each team member.

For any questions related to the insurance coverage or follow-up of a refund, please contact our partner insurer by email : beticketing@assur-connect.com

Don’t worry: we are organizers who like to share their beautiful playground and are anything but sadistic! While some may suffer on the Veni due to lack of training, a too-fast start, a bad day… open your eyes and toes wide. You will be following one of the most remarkable structures in the world, inherited from ancient builders: the Nîmes aqueduct, built 2,000 years ago. Unique and magical. We could have added more elevation gain, more technicality, more… STOP. We settled for tracing what we thought was the most BEAUTIFUL in the area around the Roman aqueduct, with a maximum of variety on the proposed routes.

In terms of route, la Veni Vici is a real cure for boredom: it turns, it goes up (a little, but never for long), it goes down (a little, sometimes often), it’s sometimes rolling (not too much though), it’s technical just enough, with very little asphalt, in a privileged environment.

Starting from Nîmes the Roman city or from the Pont du Gard (depending on the chosen format), you will travel back in time through the fragrant scrubland, cross preserved villages in the Gard region, and marvel at the Roman genius, until the grand finale: the arrival in the very pretty medieval Duchy of Uzès, the starting point of the Roman aqueduct of Nîmes 2,000 years ago. In terms of visual and leg pleasure, you will be royally served!

Despite its rolling profile (1850 M+, a trifle, right?), la Veni Vici is sneaky. Watch out for speeding in the first few kilometers after leaving Nîmes. Because it’s going to be a festival of ups and downs in the first two-thirds of the race to the Pont du Gard, with at least 90% of the route on paths, mostly nervous and playful single track. The passages on asphalt will be limited to crossing villages and finishing in the narrow streets of Uzès. And then, the wilderness, the wonderful smell of thyme in the middle of the scrubland… You will have to savor and fully exhaust yourself on the trail of the ancient builders, young centurion!

NO, la Veni Vici is absolutely not reserved for experienced competitors: even novice runners have their place, without any time limits on the 13 km and 27 km courses, to fully enjoy the routes. The courses are fully marked and secured, without any overly technical sections. And if running really scares you, you can always opt for the 27 km nordic walking or the 13 km hiking format (which replaces the old “gourmet walk”). It is precisely this variety of options that makes la Veni Vici so popular.

The 13 km run (loop around the Pont du Gard site) in particular is accessible even to people who have never worn a bib in their life (most people end up hooked). This will give you some muscle soreness on J+2, but that’s what motivates you, right? 😉

There will only be time barriers for runners participating in the 72 km and 44 km races. The title of “finisher” in la VENI VICI is earned, but don’t panic, the time barriers are very lenient (to say the least), to bring as many participants back home as possible, and to allow them to progress without the fear of being cut off, which can sometimes spoil the fun.

> For the 72 km race: two time barriers (eliminatory) will be put in place at the Pont du Gard (km 44.4) and at the Argilliers aid station (km 58.3) based on an average speed of 5.4 km/h. This means a maximum effective running time of 8 hours and 13 minutes at the Pont du Gard (aid station) and 10 hours and 48 minutes at Lédenon (aid station).

> For the 44 km race: one time barrier (eliminatory) will be put in place at the Lédenon aid station (km 29.1) based on an average speed of 5.1 km/h. This means a maximum effective running time of 5 hours and 43 minutes at Lédenon (aid station 2).

> For the other formats (27 km run and Nordic walking, 13 km run and hiking): go at your own pace and open your eyes wide to fully enjoy the courses through our superb landscapes and the Roman heritage of the Gard region.

The complete regulations for la VENI VICI 2023 are available here

Subject to minor changes based on possible adjustments to the routes, the elevations are as follows (note: do not rely on the elevation information on the Openrunner tracks, which are incorrect):

– 72 km (Nîmes > Pont du Gard > Uzès): 1850 M+
– 44 km (Nîmes > Pont du Gard): 1200 M+
– 27 km run & nordic walk (Pont du Gard > Uzès): 640 M+
– 13 km run and hike (loop on the Pont du Gard site): 340 M+

> For more informations about the courses, it’s here

Yes, every 2023 courses (exepct the 13 km) are avalaible there 

– On the 72 km route: 4 refreshment stations (food and drinks) every 15 km approximately + complete refreshment station with draft beer/lemonade at the finish line.

– On the 44 km route: 2 refreshment stations (food and drinks) every 15 km + complete refreshment station with draft beer/lemonade at the finish line.

– On the 27 km (run & nordic walking) route: 1 refreshment station (food and drinks) at km 13.8 + complete refreshment station with draft beer/lemonade at the finish line.

– On the 13 km (run & hike) route: 1 refreshment station at mid-course + complete refreshment station with draft beer/lemonade at the finish line.

Well, we’ll forgive your geographical approximations if you’re from far away. But we’re still talking about a major tourist site in France, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site! For 2000 years, the Pont du Gard has been located halfway between the beautiful Roman city of Nîmes (27 km away) and Avignon (21 km away).

For more information, take a look over there, , it’s perfectly explained. If you choose to use a car, consider carpooling by checking out our Facebook space or BlablaCar.

It’s easy to pick up your race bib: it takes place in the reception buildings of the Pont du Gard Site on the right bank (Remoulins side). Please note that both Pont du Gard parking lots (right bank and left bank towards Vers-Pont-du-Gard) will be free all day on Friday, November 10th, 2023..

The bib pick-up will take place in two stages on the Pont du Gard Site (right bank reception):

• Friday, November 10th, 2023, from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.
• Saturday, November 11th, 2023, starting at 6:00 am (up to 30 minutes before the start of your race, with a maximum limit of 2:00 pm for the 27 km run).

Piece of advice: prioritize picking up your bib on Friday (the day before the race), considering the expected high turnout. Note that you can send someone in your place, who will just need to present your bib pick-up card that will be sent to you by email on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023, four days before your participation.

FOR INDIVIDUAL PICK-UP:

> You must present your bib pick-up card, which will be sent to you by email four days before the event (Tuesday, November 7, 2023), either printed out or on your smartphone (check your spam folder if you haven’t received it). If you have not received or lost it: go to the “Litigation” desk upon your arrival with a piece of identification.

Note: Your bib will not be issued if your file is incomplete (providing a valid medical certificate is essential for runners).

FOR MULTIPLE PICK-UP:

> Present the bib pick-up card for each participant (either printed or on a smartphone), which will be sent to you by email on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

Note: Bibs will not be issued if the file is incomplete (providing a valid medical certificate is essential for runners).

> 8:30 a.m. – NIMES (Jardins de la Fontaine): start of the 72 KM in 1 to 2 waves (free placement).

> 9:30 a.m. – NIMES (Jardins de la Fontaine): start of the 44 KM in several waves (free placement).

> 9:30 a.m. – PONT DU GARD (left bank): start of the 13 KM in several waves (free placement).

> 10:00 a.m. – PONT DU GARD (left bank): start of the 13 KM HIKE in several waves (free placement).

> 1:00 p.m. – PONT DU GARD (left bank): start of the 27 KM NORDIC WALK in several waves (free placement).

> 2:30 p.m. – PONT DU GARD (left bank): start of the 27 KM in several waves (free placement).

The staggered start times by waves are intended to maximize course flow.
A tip for competitors: don’t wait until the last minute to position yourself at the starting line and prioritize the 1st wave!

Since most of the routes offered on la Veni Vici are point-to-point (with different starting and finishing points), the organization offers to transport participants who wish to do so, upon reservation and payment in their online registration area, to the start of their race or hike. Only one shuttle is provided for the return trip after the race, between Uzès and the Pont du Gard site.

The shuttle service works as follows:

> On the 72 KM (run)

– Shuttle from Uzès to Nîmes (to get to the start) / 9€

The shuttle for the 72 KM race will depart from the Parking du Refuge (Arènes) in Uzès, a few hundred meters from the finish line. The shuttles will leave on Saturday morning between 6:30 a.m. and 6:45 a.m., heading to the Jardins de la Fontaine in Nîmes, where the 72 KM race will start at 8:30 a.m.

Note: there will be no shuttle back from Uzès to Nîmes after the race. It is recommended to park in Uzès and take the one-way shuttle to get to the start in Nîmes on the morning of the race.

> On the 44 KM (run)

– Shuttle from the Pont du Gard to Nîmes (to get to the start) / 9€

The shuttle for the 44 KM race will depart from the right bank parking lot of the Pont du Gard site (on the Remoulins side). The shuttles will leave on Saturday morning between 7:30 a.m. and 7:45 a.m., heading to the Jardins de la Fontaine in Nîmes, where the 44 KM race will start at 9:30 a.m.

Note: there will be no shuttle back from the Pont du Gard to Nîmes after the race. It is therefore recommended to park at the Pont du Gard and take the one-way shuttle to get to the start in Nîmes on the morning of the race.

or Shuttle from Uzès to Nîmes (to get to the start) / 9€

Participants in the 44 KM race who wish to go directly to the start in Nîmes from Uzès are allowed to take the bus shuttle provided for the 72 KM runners on Saturday morning. The only constraint is that you will need to wake up a little earlier 😉 The shuttle will leave on Saturday morning between 6:30 a.m. and 6:45 a.m. from the Parking du Refuge (Arènes) in Uzès, heading to the Jardins de la Fontaine in Nîmes, where the 44 KM race will start at 9:30 a.m. You can stay covered until the last minute, as a bag check is specifically provided for the 44 KM participants in Nîmes.

Note: there will be no shuttle back from the Pont du Gard to Nîmes after the race. It is therefore recommended to park at the Pont du Gard and take the one-way shuttle to get to the start in Nîmes on the morning of the race.

> On the 27 KM Nordic walk

Shuttle from Uzès to the Pont du Gard (to get to the start) / 5€

The shuttle for the 27 KM Nordic walk will depart from the Parking du Refuge (Arènes) in Uzès, a few hundred meters from the finish line. The shuttle will leave on Saturday morning between 10:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., heading to the Pont du Gard site.

YES, only for online registrations:

> On the 72 KM route:

Participants will be able to bring their bag to the start in Nîmes to remain dressed before starting. Bag drop-off will be at the main entrance of the Jardins de la Fontaine. They will find their bag again as soon as they cross the finish line in Uzès.

Please note that bag storage is also open to 72 km participants who do not take the bus shuttle.

> On the 44 KM route:

Participants will be able to bring their bag to the start in Nîmes to remain dressed before starting. Bag drop-off will be at the main entrance of the Jardins de la Fontaine. They will find their bag again as soon as they cross the finish line at the Pont du Gard site.

Please note that bag storage is also open to 44 km participants who do not take the bus shuttle.

> On the 27 KM route and the 27 KM Nordic walking:

Participants will be able to bring their bag to the start at the Pont du Gard to remain dressed before starting. Bag drop-off will be at the right bank bus parking lot (Remoulins side) on the Pont du Gard site. They will find their bag again as soon as they cross the finish line in Uzès.

Please note that bag storage is also open to 27 km and 27 km Nordic walking participants who do not take the bus shuttle.

*Maximum size accepted for bags: 55 x 35 x 25 cm (aircraft cabin suitcase).

> 72 km (Nîmes > Pont du Gard > Uzès): The following equipment is required for long-format runners: a minimum 50 cl reserve of water, survival blanket, headlamp (recommended if arriving after 5 pm), whistle, energy bars and/or gels, running shoes (preferably trail shoes), personal cup or flask to access refreshment points along the route and at the finish. The organizers themselves reserve the right to deny any competitor who is not equipped with this gear to start.

> 44 km (Nîmes > Pont du Gard): Participants are required to have the same mandatory equipment as the 72 km runners.

> 27 km + Nordic walking 27 km (Pont du Gard > Uzès): Participants are required to have the same mandatory equipment as the 72 km runners, including a headlamp (as it gets dark relatively early in November).

> 13 km (Pont du Gard > Pont du Gard): No mandatory equipment is required. However, a water reserve is strongly recommended due to the distance. Participants will be provided with a refreshment point at the halfway mark, as well as a complete refreshment (food + drink) at the finish.

> Hiking 13 km: no mandatory equipment. However, carrying a water reserve is strongly recommended due to the distance. Participants will have a refreshment stop at the halfway point and a full supply of food and drinks upon arrival.

Please note that trekking poles are allowed in all race/hiking formats.

For the complete regulations of Veni Vici 2023, click here.

> 72 km (Nîmes > Uzès): The long course is run in semi-autonomy. Four refreshment stations will be provided along the course (approximately every 15 km), as well as a complete solid and liquid refreshment at the finish (in Uzès).

> 44 km (Nîmes > Pont du Gard): The course is also run in semi-autonomy. Two refreshment stations will be provided at km 15 (in nature) and km 30 (Lédenon), as well as solid and liquid refreshment at the finish (Pont du Gard).

> 27 km + Nordic walking 27 km (Pont du Gard> Uzès): The course is also run in semi-autonomy. A complete refreshment station will be provided (in Argilliers at km 13.8), as well as solid and liquid refreshment at the finish in Uzès.

> 13 km + 13 km hike (Pont du Gard > Pont du Gard): Participants will have a refreshment stop at the halfway point, as well as complete solid and liquid refreshment at the finish.

Note that all participants who wish can benefit from personal assistance on the courses, even outside official refreshment areas.

Yes. All timed courses will be tracked live using LiveTrail:

> for the 72 km: 4 intermediate checkpoints + finish.

> for the 44 km: 2 intermediate checkpoints + finish.

> for the 27 km (run & nordic walking): 1 intermediate checkpoint + finish.

> for the 13 km: finish ranking.

We invite you to download the LiveInfo by LiveTrail app, available on the App Store and Google Play, for optimal live tracking of participants. And download the LiveRun app if you are a participant to track and analyze your progress.

Live tracking will be accessible here. 

No need to worry, even if you’re not the type to plan ahead: the department of Gard, which is very touristy, has a wide range of accommodation options. You should be fine even if you’re coming in a group.
The best place to sleep or eat? The best deals and ideas for visits? Since everyone has different tastes and budgets, check out our dedicated page created in partnership with Gard Tourism, where you should be able to find what you’re looking for.

On the Pont du Gard Site:

– Friday, November 10, 2023: Parking will be exceptionally free on both car parks (right and left bank) for the bib pickup day from 9 am to 8 pm.

– Saturday, November 11, 2023: The Pont du Gard Site car parks, also open to visitors, will be paid parkings 9euros per vehicle for the entire day). Regardless of the number of people or the duration of the visit, it must be paid on site at the automatic cash registers located at the front of the buildings on each bank, or by credit card at the exit terminals. This payment will entitle you free access to the site car parks for one year. After passing the cash register go to www.abonnement.pontdugard.fr to come back as many times as you want for 12 months.

> In Nîmes: All informations regarding parking are available here: www.nimes-stationnement.fr

> In Uzès: Find the list of available car parks here

For the bathrooms, the answer is YES. Fixed toilets are available on the Pont du Gard site and toilets will be provided at the starting points in Nîmes and at the finish line in Uzès to satisfy urgent needs before and after the race. Follow the signage on site and you can relax!

For showers, the answer is NO. You can’t have everything in life. On such magical sites as the Pont du Gard or the Duché d’Uzès, there is not a gymnasium in the immediate vicinity. A hot shower for thousands of participants, impossible!

YES. Physiotherapists and osteopaths will be available at the finish line at the Pont du Gard site and in Uzès.

Don’t panic, the rankings will be available as soon as the finish line is crossed on our website www.lavenivici.com under the “Results” section and via QR code (smartphone) on the information panels provided for this purpose in the arrival area. A LiveTrail tracking will be accessible here .

YES. A photo report of our organization will be uploaded in the days following the race on our Facebook page, downloadable for free. Our provider Photosports will also offer individual photos for sale on their website in the days following the event.

> In the running events (72 km, 44 km, 27 km and 13 km),the following will be rewarded for both men and women:
– the top 3 in overall ranking
– the first in each category (-20 years / -30 years/ -40 years / -50 years / -60 years / -70 years / +70 years). No cumulative rewards

> In the 27 km Nordic walking event, the top 3 men and top 3 women will be rewarded.

> In the 13 km Hike, there is no ranking or award ceremony for the participants.

The reward ceremony will take place in two parts :

– Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 4:00 pm at the Pont du Gard Site (right bank – Remoulins) for the 44 km and 13 km races.

– Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the finish line in Uzès for the 72 km race, as well as for the 26 km running and Nordic walking events.

La Veni Vici 2023 regulations are available here

YES-YES-YES! It’s really kind of you to offer, as we have many needs for volunteers: on the race courses, for bib collection, refreshments, and the start-finish areas. We have many interesting tasks to offer you to experience the event from the inside and contribute to its success.

To register as a volunteer, click here.

For any additional information, regardless of the subject, you can send us an email at: info@lavenivici.com.