Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningChallenge de la Convivialité
Cognac Marathon
Jarnac, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km5 km
FestiveKids & Youth Races+8
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Poitou-Charentes: Trails, Road Races & Events
179 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 761 races in Races in Poitou-Charentes with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events17936 confirmed dates
Competitions761Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 112.9 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,242 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
La Rochelle Marathon
La Rochelle, France
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunEco-Friendly+9
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Paleotrail
Saint-Césaire, France
December 12, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed
40 km25 km15 km14 km+6
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOther DisciplinesRoad Cycling
The Grand Departure
Poitiers, France
December 19, 2026Date confirmed
60 km45 km25 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Trail Les Mathes - La Palmyre
Les Mathes, France
January 10, 2027Date confirmed
50 km25 km11 km10 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle
Melle, France
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
6 h
Multi-DayNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Marathon Poitiers Futuroscope
Poitiers, France
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km42 km21 km10 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+2
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningChallenge de la Convivialité
Royan Côte de Beauté Marathon
Royan, France
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunFestive+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Cognac Marathon | Jarnac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km5 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | La Rochelle Marathon | La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Paleotrail | Saint-Césaire, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 40 km25 km15 km14 km |
| Dec 19, 2026 | The Grand Departure | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Other DisciplinesRoad Cycling | 60 km45 km25 km5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2027 | Trail Les Mathes - La Palmyre | Les Mathes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 50 km25 km11 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 | Trail des 6 heures de la Tonnelle | Melle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 6 h |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Marathon Poitiers Futuroscope | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km42 km21 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2027 | Royan Côte de Beauté Marathon | Royan, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| May 23, 2027 | Semi-Marathon Jean-Paul Cardineau | Châtellerault, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| May 28, 2027 | Palmyre Run | La Palmyre, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027 | The Half of the 2 Towers | La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | TriathlonOpen Water Swimming | 112.9 km25.75 km12.9 km1 km |
| Jun 12, 2027 - Jun 13, 2027 | T24 Xtreme Triathlon - Ile de Ré | Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Triathlon | 26.8 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Poitou-Charentes (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Poitou-Charentes, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 179 public events and 761 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 Jarnac, La Rochelle, Saint-Césaire, and Poitiers. Notable events in the selection include Cognac Marathon, La Rochelle Marathon, and Paleotrail.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 112.9 km, reaching up to +1,242 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Poitou-Charentes 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 Poitou-Charentes?
RunningCompass currently lists 179 verified events with 761 individual races in Races in Poitou-Charentes. 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 Cognac Marathon, La Rochelle Marathon, and Paleotrail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Poitou-Charentes?
Events in Races in Poitou-Charentes focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 112.9 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Jarnac, La Rochelle, Saint-Césaire, and Poitiers.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Poitou-Charentes?
The most selective courses in Races in Poitou-Charentes climb up to +1,242 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 Poitou-Charentes?
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.