Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Forestrail de Phalempin
Phalempin, France
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
21 km10 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+2
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais: Trails, Road Races & Events
206 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 721 races in Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events20636 confirmed dates
Competitions721Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 50 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: 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
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Saint Nicolas Night Trail
Hénin-Beaumont, France
November 28, 2026Date confirmed
25 km18 km11 km5 km
Night RunFestive+2
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
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: 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
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail des 2 Baies
Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France
January 17, 2027Date confirmed
38.5 km23.5 km11.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+1
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
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Forestrail de Phalempin | Phalempin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 21 km10 km |
| Nov 20, 2026 | Lille Citadel Night Race | Lille, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 | Saint Nicolas Night Trail | Hénin-Beaumont, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 25 km18 km11 km5 km |
| 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 |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Open VTT Dunes of Flanders | Dunkerque, Hauts-de-France, FR | Mountain Biking | 50 km33.5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17, 2027 | Trail des 2 Baies | Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 38.5 km23.5 km11.5 km |
| Jan 31, 2027 | 10 Km du Ravensberg | Bailleul, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 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 4, 2027 | Trail des Braves | Vimy, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 42 km23 km12 km |
| Apr 11, 2027 | The Silver Strides | Bondues, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km6 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Les Foulées Hesdinoises | Hesdin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais (Hauts-de-France, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 206 public events and 721 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Phalempin, Lille, Hénin-Beaumont, and Auchy-les-Mines. Notable events in the selection include Forestrail de Phalempin, Lille Citadel Night Race, and Saint Nicolas Night Trail.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 50 km, reaching up to +1,520 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais 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 Nord-Pas-de-Calais?
RunningCompass currently lists 206 verified events with 721 individual races in Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais. A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Forestrail de Phalempin, Lille Citadel Night Race, and Saint Nicolas Night Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais?
Events in Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 50 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Phalempin, Lille, Hénin-Beaumont, and Auchy-les-Mines.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais?
The most selective courses in Races in Nord-Pas-de-Calais climb up to +1,520 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 Nord-Pas-de-Calais?
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.