Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise
Saint-Quentin, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km950 m
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
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5K Road Races in France
655 verified events with 2,565 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in France complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events65536 confirmed dates
Competitions2,565Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+230 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: gadl · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
5km Matmut - Demain le Sport
Paris, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
5 km
Charity RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningChallenge de la Convivialité
Cognac Marathon
Jarnac, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km5 km
FestiveKids & Youth Races+8
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Course des Lumières - Toulouse
Toulouse, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Charity RunNight Run+2
Photo: gadl · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Urgent Run Paris
Paris, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
20 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Give Me Fiv
Bron, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Charity RunPublic Park+3
Photo: Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
10 km d'Althen
Althen-des-Paluds, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km1.2 km800 m
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Paris, France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Lions of Hope Run
Sceaux, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km900 m
Public ParkCity Run+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | 5km Matmut - Demain le Sport | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Cognac Marathon | Jarnac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Course des Lumières - Toulouse | Toulouse, Occitanie, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Urgent Run Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 20 km10 km5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Give Me Fiv | Bron, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 10 km d'Althen | Althen-des-Paluds, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km1.2 km800 m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Lions of Hope Run | Sceaux, Île-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km900 m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Foulées Olympiques Colombiennes | Colombes, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km1 km400 m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | ENDOrun Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km3 km |
| Nov 20, 2026 | Lille Citadel Night Race | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Course des Lumières - Paris | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this 5K Road Races in France directory, RunningCompass curates 655 events comprising 2,565 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +230 m. Key host locations include Saint-Quentin, Paris, Jarnac, Toulouse. Notable events in this selection include Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise, 5km Matmut - Demain le Sport, Cognac Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under 5K Road Races in France?
This overview currently includes 655 verified events featuring 2,565 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 619 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in 5K Road Races in France?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +230 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in 5K Road Races in France?
Top host locations include Saint-Quentin, Paris, Jarnac, Toulouse, Bron. Representative events in the catalog include Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise, 5km Matmut - Demain le Sport, Cognac Marathon, Course des Lumières - Toulouse. The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for 5K Road Races in France?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 2,565 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.