Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
The Trail des Galopins
Soulac-sur-Mer, France
March 20, 2027 to March 21, 2027Date confirmed
32 km17 km8 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+2
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Médoc: Trails, Road Races & Events
15 verified events (3 confirmed dates) and 61 races in Races in Médoc with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events153 confirmed dates
Competitions61Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 226 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,187 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningChallenge de la Convivialité
Marathon du Médoc
Pauillac, France
September 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
CastlesEco-Friendly+4
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsBike & RunRoad Running
L'HourCancilloise
Hourtin, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
57 km22 km21.1 km20 km+3
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Pian Green Loop
Le Pian-Médoc, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km10 km5 km1.5 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
Photo: CarlotaDKR · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOpen Water Swimming
Openswim Lacanau
Lacanau, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
3.75 km2 km1 km500 m
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Luigi936 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Foulées des Battages
Gaillan-en-Médoc, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km8 km2.5 km1.5 km+1
Seaside & CoastCity Run+3
Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Foulées des Vignerons
Arsac, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
18 km15 km10 km9 km+1
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
La course de l'artichaut
Macau, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 - Mar 21, 2027 | The Trail des Galopins | Soulac-sur-Mer, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km17 km8 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2027 | Marathon du Médoc | Pauillac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | L'HourCancilloise | Hourtin, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Bike & RunRoad Running | 57 km22 km21.1 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | The Pian Green Loop | Le Pian-Médoc, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 21 km10 km5 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Openswim Lacanau | Lacanau, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Open Water Swimming | 3.75 km2 km1 km500 m |
| Date to be announced | Foulées des Battages | Gaillan-en-Médoc, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 15 km8 km2.5 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Foulées des Vignerons | Arsac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km15 km10 km9 km |
| Date to be announced | La course de l'artichaut | Macau, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Frenchman Triathlon | Carcans, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Triathlon | 226 km112.9 km51.5 km12.9 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées Cissacaises | Cissac-Médoc, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Triathlon de Lacanau | Lacanau, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Triathlon | 107.9 km54.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail des Grands Crus | Pauillac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 25 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Médoc (Gironde, Médoc, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 15 public events and 61 individual races, including 3 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Soulac-sur-Mer, Pauillac, Hourtin, and Le Pian-Médoc. Notable events in the selection include The Trail des Galopins, Marathon du Médoc, and L'HourCancilloise.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 226 km, reaching up to +1,187 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Médoc 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 Médoc?
RunningCompass currently lists 15 verified events with 61 individual races in Races in Médoc. A total of 3 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include The Trail des Galopins, Marathon du Médoc, and L'HourCancilloise.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Médoc?
Events in Races in Médoc focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 226 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Soulac-sur-Mer, Pauillac, Hourtin, and Le Pian-Médoc.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Médoc?
The most selective courses in Races in Médoc climb up to +1,187 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 Médoc?
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.