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
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Poitiers: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
8 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 20 races in Races in Poitiers with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events82 confirmed dates
Competitions20Races & courses
Distances1.5 - 60 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+329 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: 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: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsObstacle Course RacingRoad Running
Pictav Warrior
Poitiers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
3 km1.5 km
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run+2
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Poitiers Strides
Poitiers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Gallery Running Experience
Poitiers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
4 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Ekiden de la Vienne
Poitiers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km
RelayCity Run
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Urban Trail Poitiers
Poitiers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km
Urban TrailCity Run+2
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Bouge en Rose
Poitiers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
2 km
Charity RunPublic Park+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2026 | The Grand Departure | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Other DisciplinesRoad Cycling | 60 km45 km25 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | Marathon Poitiers Futuroscope | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km42 km21 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Pictav Warrior | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Obstacle Course RacingRoad Running | 3 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Poitiers Strides | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Gallery Running Experience | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 4 km |
| Date to be announced | Ekiden de la Vienne | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Date to be announced | Urban Trail Poitiers | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 10 km |
| Date to be announced | Bouge en Rose | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Poitiers (Vienne, Poitiers, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 8 public events and 20 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Other Disciplines, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Poitiers. Notable events in the selection include The Grand Departure, Marathon Poitiers Futuroscope, and Pictav Warrior.
Race distances span from 1.5 km to 60 km, reaching up to +329 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Poitiers 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 Poitiers?
RunningCompass currently lists 8 verified events with 20 individual races in Races in Poitiers. A total of 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include The Grand Departure, Marathon Poitiers Futuroscope, and Pictav Warrior.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Poitiers?
Events in Races in Poitiers focus on Road Running, Other Disciplines, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 1.5 km entry-level races up to 60 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Poitiers.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Poitiers?
The most selective courses in Races in Poitiers climb up to +329 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 Poitiers?
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.