Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
The Christmas Rush
Auchy-les-Mines, France
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km500 m
FestiveCity Run+3
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Road Running in Pas-de-Calais
25 verified events with 117 individual races (8 confirmed dates) in Pas-de-Calais complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events258 confirmed dates
Competitions117Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,520 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Donarreiskoffer · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
The Challenges of Sainte Barbe
Hénin-Beaumont, France
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
40 km20 km10 km6 km+2
City RunKids & Youth Races+2
Photo: Donarreiskoffer · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Fleurbaix J'y Cours
Fleurbaix, France
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km16 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+2
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Foulées Hesdinoises
Hesdin, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+3
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
La Route du Sourire
Lestrem, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
30 km12 km10.5 km8 km+2
Charity RunNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
La Sarrazine
Tournehem-sur-la-Hem, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
18 km10 km8 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Billysian Strides
Billy-Montigny, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km2.5 km1.5 km+1
City RunKids & Youth Races+3
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Canadian Race
Vimy, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km11.7 km11 km5.5 km+2
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29, 2026 | The Christmas Rush | Auchy-les-Mines, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km500 m |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | The Challenges of Sainte Barbe | Hénin-Beaumont, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 40 km20 km10 km6 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Fleurbaix J'y Cours | Fleurbaix, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 21.1 km16 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2027 | Les Foulées Hesdinoises | Hesdin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | La Route du Sourire | Lestrem, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 30 km12 km10.5 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | La Sarrazine | Tournehem-sur-la-Hem, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km8 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Billysian Strides | Billy-Montigny, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km2.5 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Canadian Race | Vimy, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 21 km11.7 km11 km5.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Foulées bleues | Saint-Martin-Boulogne, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon De La Mer | Boulogne-sur-Mer, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Festu la Course | Festubert, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km6 km |
| Date to be announced | La10pour100 | Hulluch, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. Road running events feature paved surfaces, exact kilometer markers, and structured aid stations, making them ideal for both first-time runners and personal best attempts. In this Road Running in Pas-de-Calais directory, RunningCompass curates 25 events comprising 117 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +1,520 m. Key host locations include Auchy-les-Mines, Hénin-Beaumont, Fleurbaix, Hesdin. Notable events in this selection include The Christmas Rush, The Challenges of Sainte Barbe, Fleurbaix J'y Cours.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Road Running in Pas-de-Calais?
This overview currently includes 25 verified events featuring 117 individual races. Of these, 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 17 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Road Running in Pas-de-Calais?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +1,520 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Road Running in Pas-de-Calais?
Top host locations include Auchy-les-Mines, Hénin-Beaumont, Fleurbaix, Hesdin, Lestrem. Representative events in the catalog include The Christmas Rush, The Challenges of Sainte Barbe, Fleurbaix J'y Cours, Les Foulées Hesdinoises. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Road Running in Pas-de-Calais?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 117 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.