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2027 EDITION
From February 17 to 28, 2027
The biggest young people's rally-raid: a 4L, your best partner, and the Moroccan desert stretching as far as the eye can see.
enter into legend
2027 EDITION
February 17 to 28, 2027
The biggest young people's rally-raid: a 4L, your best partner, and the Moroccan desert stretching as far as the eye can see.
enter the legend
THE NUMBERS
30th
EDITION
12
DAYS
6000
KILOMETRES
1200
CREWS
THE NUMBERS
30th
EDITION
12
DAYS
6000
KILOMETRES
1200
CREWS
THE CONCEPT
A race, adventure, encounters, a few setbacks, pushing your limits, solidarity, and above all unforgettable moments. That's the 4L Trophy. 12 days in the Moroccan Desert, in your 4L equipped with a roadbook, a compass, and your partner.
100% youth adventure
Open to students & young adults aged 18 to 28.
A duo in a 4L
Two participants, a Renault 4L, and Adventure with a capital A.
An orientation rally
A compass, a roadbook, no GPS, no speed limits.
A human experience
Encounters, mutual aid, and solidarity are the driving forces of your journey.
100% youth adventure
Open to students & young adults aged 18 to 28.
A duo in a 4L
Two participants, a Renault 4L, and Adventure with a capital A.
An orientation rally
A compass, a roadbook, no GPS, no speed limits.
A human experience
Encounters, mutual aid, and solidarity are the driving forces of your journey.
THE BENEFITS
WHY LIVE THE 4L TROPHY EXPERIENCE?WHY LIVE THE 4L TROPHY EXPERIENCE?
To fill your trunk with unforgettable memories and new friendships, and to come back shaped by this one-of-a-kind experience.
The legendary road trip
Every day brings new discoveries. At every turn, freedom — and through your window, wide-open spaces.
The unique sporting concept
Here, you go back to basics — no GPS. To navigate the tracks: a compass, a roadbook. That's it.
Pushing your limits
Imagine stepping out of your comfort zone to live a rally-raid in the pure tradition of the Paris-Dakar, where every kilometre makes you grow and discover yourself.
The human adventure
Solidarity, encounters, friendships, and strong bonds: you come back different, marked for life.
The extra edge
Build a project, seek funding, add the golden line to your CV.
A Trophiste for life
A family of 50,000 Trophistes present all around the world!
WHO ARE YOU?
Future participant
18-28 years old
Are you between 18 and 28? Find out about registration conditions, stages, preparation, and commitment.
Families, friends...
Loved ones & supporters
Do you know someone taking part in the 4L Trophy? Find out everything about the adventure!
Partner
Companies & brands
Are you a company or a brand? Contact us and let's imagine together how we can team up!
THE 2027 ITINERARY
From Biarritz to Marrakech, from the Basque Country to the dunes of the Sahara.
Behind the wheel of your 4L, set off on a mythical route that crosses France, Spain, and Morocco.
Departure Village
đź“Ť Biarritz
17 & 18 February
First bivouac
đź“Ť Algeciras, Spain
19 & 20 February
Boat crossing
đź“Ť Strait of Gibraltar
20 & 21 February
6 sporting stages
đź“Ť Sahara Desert
22 & 26 February
Finish line
đź“Ť Marrakech
26 February
Free day & prize-giving
đź“Ť Marrakech
27 February
Return boat crossing
đź“Ť Strait of Gibraltar
28 February
Free return
đź“Ť Spain
Departure Village
đź“Ť Biarritz
17 & 18 February
First bivouac
đź“Ť Algeciras, Spain
19 & 20 February
Boat crossing
đź“Ť Strait of Gibraltar
20 & 21 February
6 sporting stages
đź“Ť Sahara Desert
22 & 26 February
Finish line
đź“Ť Marrakech
26 February
Free day & prize-giving
đź“Ť Marrakech
27 February
Return boat crossing
đź“Ť Strait of Gibraltar
28 February
Free return
đź“Ť Spain
~ 6,000 km
12 days
Navigation
by compass
THE EXPERTISE
Three decades of expeditions in the world's deserts.
That builds experience. We look after you.
Race HQ
Experienced teams track your 4L in real time.
The Mechanical Team
Mechanics always on hand to repair the 4Ls through the night if needed!
The Medical Team
Emergency doctors, nurses, and firefighters are present throughout the entire route.
The bivouacs
These little nomadic villages you will never forget.
THE SOLIDARITY IMPACT
Give your adventure real meaning.
Since its creation, the 4L Trophy has stood alongside various charitable organisations.
20,000 children/year from the Drâa-Tafilalet region benefit from school and sports supplies
22,000 meals distributed/year,10 tonnes of food collected
1 water tower funded at the Dayet Aoua student residence
2,400 Trophistes made aware of the preservation of the desert, soils, and Moroccan coastline.
ECO-CITIZENSHIP
0 cigarette butts in the desert, thanks to the Green Brigade. It provides pocket ashtrays and collection points to recycle this toxic waste, and ensures bivouac cleanliness.
20,000 children/year from the Drâa-Tafilalet region benefit from school and sports supplies
22,000 meals distributed/year,10 tonnes of food collected
1 water tower funded at the Dayet Aoua student residence
2,400 Trophistes made aware of the preservation of the desert, soils, and Moroccan coastline.
ECO-CITIZENSHIP
0 cigarette butts in the desert, thanks to the Green Brigade. It provides pocket ashtrays and collection points to recycle this toxic waste, and ensures bivouac cleanliness.
They trust us
Our partners
Thank you to all our partners for their unwavering support.
In the media
They talk about us
The 4L Trophy recognised as one of the biggest student raids in Europe
« Founded in 1997 by Jean-Jacques Rey, the 4L Trophy is today the biggest student raid in Europe. »
« The 4L Trophy in Morocco: an orienteering race aboard the legendary 4L, a magnificent adventure where solidarity is the rule. »
« 4L Trophy: a modern take on the raid — budget, mechanics, youth, adventure. »
« Solidarity rally: an adventure in a 4L. »
« 4L Trophy: the sand colony has set off! »
« The friendly spirit of this event and its solidarity aspect won over competitors, but the small and iconic car has something to do with it too. »
« Every 4L Trophy competitor knows it — you will spend time digging your vehicle out of the sand. »
« The 4L Trophy, that solidarity rally-raid that is 100% youth-driven, has become an institution over the years. »
« Founded in 1997 by Jean-Jacques Rey, the 4L Trophy is today the biggest student raid in Europe. »
« The 4L Trophy in Morocco: an orienteering race aboard the legendary 4L, a magnificent adventure where solidarity is the rule. »
« 4L Trophy: a modern take on the raid — budget, mechanics, youth, adventure. »
« Solidarity rally: an adventure in a 4L. »
« 4L Trophy: the sand colony has set off! »
« The friendly spirit of this event and its solidarity aspect won over competitors, but the small and iconic car has something to do with it too. »
« Every 4L Trophy competitor knows it — you will spend time digging your vehicle out of the sand. »
« The 4L Trophy, that solidarity rally-raid that is 100% youth-driven, has become an institution over the years. »
« Founded in 1997 by Jean-Jacques Rey, the 4L Trophy is today the biggest student raid in Europe. »
« The 4L Trophy in Morocco: an orienteering race aboard the legendary 4L, a magnificent adventure where solidarity is the rule. »
« 4L Trophy: a modern take on the raid — budget, mechanics, youth, adventure. »
« Solidarity rally: an adventure in a 4L. »
« 4L Trophy: the sand colony has set off! »
« The friendly spirit of this event and its solidarity aspect won over competitors, but the small and iconic car has something to do with it too. »
« Every 4L Trophy competitor knows it — you will spend time digging your vehicle out of the sand. »
« The 4L Trophy, that solidarity rally-raid that is 100% youth-driven, has become an institution over the years. »
« Founded in 1997 by Jean-Jacques Rey, the 4L Trophy is today the biggest student raid in Europe. »
« The 4L Trophy in Morocco: an orienteering race aboard the legendary 4L, a magnificent adventure where solidarity is the rule. »
« 4L Trophy: a modern take on the raid — budget, mechanics, youth, adventure. »
« Solidarity rally: an adventure in a 4L. »
« 4L Trophy: the sand colony has set off! »
« The friendly spirit of this event and its solidarity aspect won over competitors, but the small and iconic car has something to do with it too. »
« Every 4L Trophy competitor knows it — you will spend time digging your vehicle out of the sand. »
« The 4L Trophy, that solidarity rally-raid that is 100% youth-driven, has become an institution over the years. »
Find all our press coverage in our media space.
News & tips
The mag
PROGRAMME OFFICIEL DU VILLAGE-DÉPART DE LA 29EME ÉDITION DU 4L TROPHY
Cette année encore, la ville de Biarritz accueille le Village Départ du 4L Trophy à la Halle d’Iraty. Les 18 et 19 février, venez vivre l’effervescence de ce moment unique.
Voyager durablement dans le désert : les bonnes pratiques pour protéger l’environnement lors du 4L Trophy
Le désert marocain, avec ses paysages majestueux et son silence envoûtant, est le décor unique du 4L Trophy. Mais derrière l’aventure, la solidarité et le dépassement de soi, une question essentielle se pose : comment vivre cette expérience sans abîmer cet écosystème fragile ?
Une journée type au 4L Trophy : à quoi ressemble la vie sur le raid ?
Vous vous êtes déjà demandé à quoi ressemble une journée type au 4L Trophy ? Plus qu’un simple rallye-raid d’orientation en 4L au Maroc, le 4L Trophy est une aventure humaine, sportive et mécanique unique au monde.
Peace of mind
24/7 geolocation, Race HQ and medical team
We look after you. Every 4L is equipped with a GPS unit, and professional teams are deployed throughout the entire route.
Race HQ
Experienced teams track your 4L in real time.
The Mechanical Team
Pro mechanics who repair your 4L through the night if needed!
The Medical Team
Doctors, nurses, and first responders present throughout the entire route.
They lived it
Testimonials
Crew n°933 - Coleen
2025 Edition
“The 4L Trophy was a dream for us 🤩.”
Crew n°269 - Justine
2020 & 2024 Edition
“I found myself again, I regained my confidence, I felt alive. Two editions, two totally different adventures, but each time the same urge to go back.”
Crew n°766 - Alexia
2024 Edition
“It's enriching from every angle. I encourage everyone to experience it at least once in their life because the 4L Trophy can't be told — it has to be lived!”
Crew 1375 - Lorenzo
2025 Edition
“I was expecting an exceptional experience, but it still exceeded all my expectations. The 4L Trophy has to be lived to be understood.”
Crew 390 - Martin
2025 Edition
“The 4L allowed me to discover what was truly important in life, to see how privileged Europe is, to step out of my comfort zone and open up to the world. So much so that I signed up again for 2026.”
Crew 1555 - Younes
2019 Edition
“The 4L? What an adventure… Just thinking about it today still gives me chills.”
Crew n°933 - Coleen
2025 Edition
“The 4L Trophy was a dream for us 🤩.”
Crew n°269 - Justine
2020 & 2024 Edition
“I found myself again, I regained my confidence, I felt alive. Two editions, two totally different adventures, but each time the same urge to go back.”
Crew n°766 - Alexia
2024 Edition
“It's enriching from every angle. I encourage everyone to experience it at least once in their life because the 4L Trophy can't be told — it has to be lived!”
Crew 1375 - Lorenzo
2025 Edition
“I was expecting an exceptional experience, but it still exceeded all my expectations. The 4L Trophy has to be lived to be understood.”
Crew 390 - Martin
2025 Edition
“The 4L allowed me to discover what was truly important in life, to see how privileged Europe is, to step out of my comfort zone and open up to the world. So much so that I signed up again for 2026.”
Crew 1555 - Younes
2019 Edition
“The 4L? What an adventure… Just thinking about it today still gives me chills.”
Crew n°933 - Coleen
2025 Edition
“The 4L Trophy was a dream for us 🤩.”
Crew n°269 - Justine
2020 & 2024 Edition
“I found myself again, I regained my confidence, I felt alive. Two editions, two totally different adventures, but each time the same urge to go back.”
Crew n°766 - Alexia
2024 Edition
“It's enriching from every angle. I encourage everyone to experience it at least once in their life because the 4L Trophy can't be told — it has to be lived!”
Crew 1375 - Lorenzo
2025 Edition
“I was expecting an exceptional experience, but it still exceeded all my expectations. The 4L Trophy has to be lived to be understood.”
Crew 390 - Martin
2025 Edition
“The 4L allowed me to discover what was truly important in life, to see how privileged Europe is, to step out of my comfort zone and open up to the world. So much so that I signed up again for 2026.”
Crew 1555 - Younes
2019 Edition
“The 4L? What an adventure… Just thinking about it today still gives me chills.”
Crew n°933 - Coleen
2025 Edition
“The 4L Trophy was a dream for us 🤩.”
Crew n°269 - Justine
2020 & 2024 Edition
“I found myself again, I regained my confidence, I felt alive. Two editions, two totally different adventures, but each time the same urge to go back.”
Crew n°766 - Alexia
2024 Edition
“It's enriching from every angle. I encourage everyone to experience it at least once in their life because the 4L Trophy can't be told — it has to be lived!”
Crew 1375 - Lorenzo
2025 Edition
“I was expecting an exceptional experience, but it still exceeded all my expectations. The 4L Trophy has to be lived to be understood.”
Crew 390 - Martin
2025 Edition
“The 4L allowed me to discover what was truly important in life, to see how privileged Europe is, to step out of my comfort zone and open up to the world. So much so that I signed up again for 2026.”
Crew 1555 - Younes
2019 Edition
“The 4L? What an adventure… Just thinking about it today still gives me chills.”
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