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
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Opal Coast: Trails, Road Races & Events
29 verified events (5 confirmed dates) and 138 races in Races in Opal Coast with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events295 confirmed dates
Competitions138Races & courses
Distances0.6 - 300 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Fores'Trail
Guînes, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
43 km34 km23 km13 km+3
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Trail National Côte d'Opale en Pas de Calais
Wimereux, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
62 km42 km25 km21 km+2
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Green Strides of Téteghem
Téteghem-Coudekerque-Village, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km2.5 km1 km+1
ForestKids & Youth Races
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonDuathlon
Chtriman Gravelines
Gravelines, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
226 km113 km110 km25.75 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+3
Photo: Dguendel · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail des 3 Forts
Le Portel, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km30 km20 km10 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
F-day Run
Saint-Martin-Boulogne, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km9 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+1
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 |
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 |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Fores'Trail | Guînes, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 43 km34 km23 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail National Côte d'Opale en Pas de Calais | Wimereux, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 62 km42 km25 km21 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 | Chtriman Gravelines | Gravelines, Hauts-de-France, FR | TriathlonDuathlon | 226 km113 km110 km25.75 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail des 3 Forts | Le Portel, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42 km30 km20 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | F-day Run | Saint-Martin-Boulogne, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km9 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | La Cal'lys Gravel | Sangatte, Hauts-de-France, FR | Gravel Biking | 300 km200 km120 km80 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Boucles de la Citadelle | Calais, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 1.82 km |
| Date to be announced | Foulées bleues | Saint-Martin-Boulogne, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Boucles de l'Aa | Gravelines, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 18.7 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Opal Coast (Hauts-de-France, Opal Coast, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 29 public events and 138 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Dunkerque, Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, Guînes, and Wimereux. Notable events in the selection include Open VTT Dunes of Flanders, Trail des 2 Baies, and Fores'Trail.
Race distances span from 0.6 km to 300 km, reaching up to +3,300 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Opal Coast 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 Opal Coast?
RunningCompass currently lists 29 verified events with 138 individual races in Races in Opal Coast. A total of 5 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, Trail des 2 Baies, and Fores'Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Opal Coast?
Events in Races in Opal Coast focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 0.6 km entry-level races up to 300 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Dunkerque, Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, Guînes, and Wimereux.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Opal Coast?
The most selective courses in Races in Opal Coast climb up to +3,300 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 Opal Coast?
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.