Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
THE Segreenne Express
Segré, France
March 28, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunFestive
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5K Road Races in Pays de la Loire Region
41 verified events with 198 individual races (15 confirmed dates) in Pays de la Loire Region complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events4115 confirmed dates
Competitions198Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 139 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,664 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
La Providenti'elles
Nantes, France
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunCharity Run+3
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningRoad Cycling
Babybel Cyclosportive & running
Évron, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
139 km111.5 km108 km75.4 km+7
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+4
Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningMultisport
Saumur Loire Marathon
Saumur, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km29 km21.1 km10 km+1
CastlesFestive+12
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Run for Planet Nantes
Nantes, France
September 12, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Charity RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Lué Races of Hope
Lué-en-Baugeois, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
27 km15 km13.5 km11 km+3
Charity RunRelay+1
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Movember Rose
Luçon, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
5 km
Charity RunCity Run+2
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
International Love Coast Marathon
La Baule-Escoublac, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Seaside & CoastFestive+8
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 28, 2027 | THE Segreenne Express | Segré, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 | La Providenti'elles | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Babybel Cyclosportive & running | Évron, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningRoad Cycling | 139 km111.5 km108 km75.4 km |
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Saumur Loire Marathon | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningMultisport | 42.2 km29 km21.1 km10 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2027 | Run for Planet Nantes | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Lué Races of Hope | Lué-en-Baugeois, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 27 km15 km13.5 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | Movember Rose | Luçon, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 5 km |
| Date to be announced | International Love Coast Marathon | La Baule-Escoublac, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées de Mulsanne | Mulsanne, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 21 km10 km5 km1.3 km |
| Date to be announced | Des Marais et des Bosses | Saint-Herblain, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42 km21 km5 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Brière Half Marathon | Saint-André-des-Eaux, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningNordic Walking | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées des Portes du Maine | Souligné-sous-Ballon, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 18.5 km10 km5 km3.5 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 Pays de la Loire Region directory, RunningCompass curates 41 events comprising 198 individual races, including 15 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 139 km and elevation gains up to +1,664 m. Key host locations include Segré, Nantes, Évron, Saumur. Notable events in this selection include THE Segreenne Express, La Providenti'elles, Babybel Cyclosportive & running.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under 5K Road Races in Pays de la Loire Region?
This overview currently includes 41 verified events featuring 198 individual races. Of these, 15 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 26 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in 5K Road Races in Pays de la Loire Region?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 139 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +1,664 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, Road Cycling.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in 5K Road Races in Pays de la Loire Region?
Top host locations include Segré, Nantes, Évron, Saumur, Lué-en-Baugeois. Representative events in the catalog include THE Segreenne Express, La Providenti'elles, Babybel Cyclosportive & running, Saumur Loire Marathon. 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 Pays de la Loire Region?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 198 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.