Photo: Gzen92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Saint Vincent Solidarity Loop
Amboise, France
February 6, 2027Date confirmed
21.2 km9.5 km8.7 km1.1 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Loire Castles: Trails, Road Races & Events
94 verified events (24 confirmed dates) and 705 races in Races in Loire Castles with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events9424 confirmed dates
Competitions705Races & courses
Distances0.6 - 110.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,800 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Infini'Flamme Trail
Luynes, France
March 27, 2027 to March 28, 2027Date confirmed
19.8 km13.2 km6.6 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+3
Photo: Fab5669 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad RunningChallenge de la Convivialité
Marathon de Cheverny
Cheverny, France
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
63 km42.2 km35 km21.1 km+3
CastlesFestive+6
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 CommonsTrail Running
Turn into a Billy Goat
Neuillé-Pont-Pierre, France
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
20 km9 km1 km600 m
ForestKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonIronman Series
Ironman 70.3 Tours
Tours, France
June 6, 2027Date confirmed
110.3 km
City RunLakes & Ponds
Photo: Jorge Jaramillo · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Harmonie Mutuelle Marathon 10-20K Tours
Tours, France
September 25, 2027 to September 26, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km20 km13 km10 km+1
City RunCulture & History+11
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
The Vinolienne Epic
Vineuil, France
November 7, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km2.7 km900 m
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 | The Saint Vincent Solidarity Loop | Amboise, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail Running | 21.2 km9.5 km8.7 km1.1 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2027 - Mar 28, 2027 | Infini'Flamme Trail | Luynes, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 19.8 km13.2 km6.6 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Marathon de Cheverny | Cheverny, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 63 km42.2 km35 km21.1 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Saumur Loire Marathon | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningMultisport | 42.2 km29 km21.1 km10 km |
| May 15, 2027 | Turn into a Billy Goat | Neuillé-Pont-Pierre, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail Running | 20 km9 km1 km600 m |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2027 | Ironman 70.3 Tours | Tours, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Triathlon | 110.3 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2027 - Sep 26, 2027 | Harmonie Mutuelle Marathon 10-20K Tours | Tours, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km20 km13 km10 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | The Vinolienne Epic | Vineuil, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2.7 km900 m |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | La Saint-Avertinoise | Saint-Avertin, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Gravel BikingMountain Biking | 80 km57 km52 km47 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail les Grands 20 de Bourgueil | Bourgueil, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Mountain BikingTrail Running | 100 km80 km60 km40 km |
| Date to be announced | L'Ormoize | Ormes, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Nordic WalkingWalking & Hiking | 11 km10 km9.7 km4 km |
| Date to be announced | Sport Nature Weekend: Slope and Hills | Bourgueil, Centre-Val de Loire, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 38 km24 km16 km15 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Loire Castles (Indre-et-Loire, Loire Castles, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 94 public events and 705 individual races, including 24 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Amboise, Luynes, Cheverny, and Saumur. Notable events in the selection include The Saint Vincent Solidarity Loop, Infini'Flamme Trail, and Marathon de Cheverny.
Race distances span from 0.6 km to 110.3 km, reaching up to +3,800 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Loire Castles includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Loire Castles?
RunningCompass currently lists 94 verified events with 705 individual races in Races in Loire Castles. A total of 24 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include The Saint Vincent Solidarity Loop, Infini'Flamme Trail, and Marathon de Cheverny.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Loire Castles?
Events in Races in Loire Castles focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.6 km entry-level races up to 110.3 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Amboise, Luynes, Cheverny, and Saumur.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Loire Castles?
The most selective courses in Races in Loire Castles climb up to +3,800 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Loire Castles?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.