Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMountain Biking
Open VTT Dunes of Flanders
Dunkerque, France
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
50 km33.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Dunkirk: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 45 races in Races in Dunkirk with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions45Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 50 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,092 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Foulées du Père Noël
Dunkerque, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Semi Marathon du Carnaval
Dunkerque, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
FestiveKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Urban Trail de Dunkerque
Dunkerque, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km
City RunUrban Trail+4
Photo: Javid Nikpour / Mehr News Agency · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers
Angers, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km+6
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+4
Photo: W. Bulach · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail de Plaintel
Plaintel, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42 km25 km12 km6.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCharity Run
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise
Saint-Quentin, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km950 m
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Moahim · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Le Trail de la Saint Martin
Saint-Martin-de-Londres, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
18 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2026 | Open VTT Dunes of Flanders | Dunkerque, Hauts-de-France, FR | Mountain Biking | 50 km33.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Foulées du Père Noël | Dunkerque, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi Marathon du Carnaval | Dunkerque, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Urban Trail de Dunkerque | Dunkerque, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 10 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers | Angers, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Trail de Plaintel | Plaintel, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km6.5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Le Trail de la Saint Martin | Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Carrington Challenge | Louviers, Normandy, FR | Cross Country Running | 8.59 km6.06 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | 100 Steps Race | Biarritz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 1.1 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | 5km Matmut - Demain le Sport | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 5 km |
| Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | Semi-Marathon de la Vente des Vins des Hospices de Beaune | Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road RunningNordic Walking | 21.1 km10.4 km10 km8 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Dunkirk (North, Dunkirk, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 45 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Dunkerque, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin. Notable events in the selection include Open VTT Dunes of Flanders, Foulées du Père Noël, and Semi Marathon du Carnaval.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 50 km, reaching up to +1,092 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 45 individual races in Races in Dunkirk. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Open VTT Dunes of Flanders, Foulées du Père Noël, and Semi Marathon du Carnaval.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Dunkirk?
Events in Races in Dunkirk focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 50 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Dunkerque, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Dunkirk?
The most selective courses in Races in Dunkirk climb up to +1,092 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 Dunkirk?
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.