The Raidlight Desert Trophy – Trans Sahara Marathon is a sporting and human adventure at the heart of the Moroccan Sahara, designed to offer an authentic discovery of the desert no matter your level. The event crosses iconic landscapes like the Erg Chegaga dunes and the vast desert plains of the Iriki National Park, with a warm bivouac atmosphere and a well-organized setup.
Three formats are offered: a 4-stage trail, a 4-stage hike, and a 200 km non-stop format to follow by GPS. The experience is designed to be accessible and “human-sized,” with logistics that make the adventure easier (bivouacs, water points, support), so you can focus on what matters: running or walking in the desert, sharing a collective adventure, and living the Sahara from the inside.
Created by Mohamad Ahansal, desert native and five-time winner of the Marathon des Sables, the Trans Sahara Marathon was born here, in Zagora.
For 13 years, the race has been built with a clear ambition: to offer a demanding yet affordable adventure, and to reveal an authentic Sahara, at the heart of Erg Chegaga.
Today, Mohamad Ahansal and Benoît Laval, founder of Raidlight, combine their expertise and passion.
I discovered a strength I didn’t suspect
I experienced simple and intense moments
I made encounters I will never forget.
We came as a family, each at their own pace, meeting every day to share what matters most.
A powerful adventure that truly brought us closer together.
I like long distances, but the vastness of the desert changes everything.
You really step out of your comfort zone.
Title partner of the Trans Sahara Marathon, Raidlight has been bringing its trail and desert race expertise since 1999.
Unisex trail running shoes
330 g
RAID LEGEND 24L (formerly OLMO)
Unisex trail backpack
680 g
Unisex cap
80 g
Men's short-sleeve trail running shirt
50 g
Women's short-sleeve trail shirt
40 g
Ultra Lightweight Long Sleeves
Unisex long-sleeve trail shirt
100 g
Unisex trail hydration vest
330 g
R-LIGHT 2IN1 WITH BUILT-IN BELT
Men's trail shorts
195 g
Women's trail skirt
150 g
Unisex trail running glasses
34 g
Unisex trail gaiters
40 g
As a French brand, pioneer in Trail Running, based in Chartreuse, Raidlight is committed to designing and manufacturing eco-responsible technical, lightweight, and high-performance equipment to outfit all trail runners from head to toe. Since 1999, by sharing our expertise and commitment with a community of enthusiasts, we believe in the development of French-style Trailrunning—that is, a French brand that is committed, bold, dynamic, and proud of its products!
