Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Lille Citadel Night Race
Lille, France
November 20, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunNight Run
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Road Running in North
69 verified events with 385 individual races (9 confirmed dates) in North complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events699 confirmed dates
Competitions385Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 55 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
10 Km du Ravensberg
Bailleul, France
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
The Silver Strides
Bondues, France
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
10 km6 km
Charity RunCity Run+1
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Artémis Trail Festival
Godewaersvelde, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km25 km13 km1.63 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
La Route du Louvre
Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km23 km15 km14 km+2
Point-to-PointCity Run+4
Photo: Daniel Plunkett / Goodnightmush · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMountain BikingRoad Running
Testathlon Armentières
Armentières, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
55 km50 km30 km25 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
Photo: Fab5669 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
The YUL
Prémesques, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km8.5 km5 km350 m
Charity RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: iMahesh · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsWalking & HikingRoad Running
Course de la dentelle
Caudry, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
12 km10 km6 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2026 | Lille Citadel Night Race | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2027 | 10 Km du Ravensberg | Bailleul, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | The Silver Strides | Bondues, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km6 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Artémis Trail Festival | Godewaersvelde, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42 km25 km13 km1.63 km |
| Date to be announced | La Route du Louvre | Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km23 km15 km14 km |
| Date to be announced | Testathlon Armentières | Armentières, Hauts-de-France, FR | Mountain BikingRoad Running | 55 km50 km30 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | The YUL | Prémesques, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km8.5 km5 km350 m |
| Date to be announced | Course de la dentelle | Caudry, Hauts-de-France, FR | Walking & HikingRoad Running | 12 km10 km6 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Green Strides of Téteghem | Téteghem-Coudekerque-Village, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km2.5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de la Petite Sensée | Lambres-Lez-Douai, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningCross Country Running | 21 km11 km7 km1.6 km |
| Date to be announced | The Diversity Run | Seclin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Run at Merville | Merville, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 21 km10 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 North directory, RunningCompass curates 69 events comprising 385 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 55 km and elevation gains up to +1,300 m. Key host locations include Lille, Bailleul, Bondues, Godewaersvelde. Notable events in this selection include Lille Citadel Night Race, 10 Km du Ravensberg, The Silver Strides.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Road Running in North?
This overview currently includes 69 verified events featuring 385 individual races. Of these, 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 60 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Road Running in North?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 55 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +1,300 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 North?
Top host locations include Lille, Bailleul, Bondues, Godewaersvelde, Villeneuve-d'Ascq. Representative events in the catalog include Lille Citadel Night Race, 10 Km du Ravensberg, The Silver Strides, Artémis Trail Festival. 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 North?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 385 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.