Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, France
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
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Road Running in Vendée
25 verified events with 106 individual races (6 confirmed dates) in Vendée complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events256 confirmed dates
Competitions106Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 44 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,144 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon
Les Sables d'Olonne, France
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Marathon Côte de Lumière
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, France
October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
The Marsiréorthaise - Trail of the 3 Summits
Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
44 km22 km15 km8 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail de la Vallée de l'Yon
Rosnay, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
32 km20 km17.5 km12 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+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
Les Foulées du Gois
Beauvoir-sur-Mer, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
8 km2.4 km900 m
Seaside & CoastCulture & History+4
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Course de la Corniche Vendéenne
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km14 km8 km7 km
RelaySeaside & Coast+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2026 | Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon | Les Sables d'Olonne, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2027 | Marathon Côte de Lumière | Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | The Marsiréorthaise - Trail of the 3 Summits | Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 44 km22 km15 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de la Vallée de l'Yon | Rosnay, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km20 km17.5 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Movember Rose | Luçon, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 5 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées du Gois | Beauvoir-sur-Mer, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 8 km2.4 km900 m |
| Date to be announced | Course de la Corniche Vendéenne | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21 km14 km8 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | La Marath'Yonnaise | La Roche-sur-Yon, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km25 km14 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi-Marathon de Nesmy | Nesmy, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | La Castel Run | Les Châtelliers-Châteaumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km14 km6 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | La Virée des Puces | Saint-Christophe-du-Ligneron, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 21.1 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 Vendée directory, RunningCompass curates 25 events comprising 106 individual races, including 6 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.9 km to 44 km and elevation gains up to +1,144 m. Key host locations include Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Les Sables d'Olonne, Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe. Notable events in this selection include Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles, Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon, Marathon Côte de Lumière.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Road Running in Vendée?
This overview currently includes 25 verified events featuring 106 individual races. Of these, 6 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 19 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Road Running in Vendée?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.9 km to 44 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +1,144 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 Vendée?
Top host locations include Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Les Sables d'Olonne, Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Saint-Mars-la-Réorthe, Rosnay. Representative events in the catalog include Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles, Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon, Marathon Côte de Lumière, The Marsiréorthaise - Trail of the 3 Summits. 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 Vendée?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 106 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.