Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
La Corrida de Noël du Pouliguen
Saint-Nazaire, France
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
9.75 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
FRDepartment & Local Running Guide
Running Calendar Races in Loire-Atlantique: Local Races & Courses
107 verified events (18 confirmed dates) and 490 races in Races in Loire-Atlantique with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events10718 confirmed dates
Competitions490Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 103 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,080 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Atlantic'Trail
Rezé, France
February 27, 2027 to February 28, 2027Date confirmed
80 km36 km15 km10 km
Seaside & CoastNight Run+2
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
La Providenti'elles
Nantes, France
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunCharity Run+3
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Nantes Marathon
Nantes, France
April 24, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Eco-FriendlyCity Run+4
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
V and B RUN Basse-Goulaine
Basse-Goulaine, France
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
20 km10 km
City RunFestive+1
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Run for Planet Nantes
Nantes, France
September 12, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
Charity RunPublic Park+1
Photo: CarlotaDKR · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOpen Water SwimmingOpen Swim Stars
Open Swim Harmonie Mutuelle La Baule
La Baule-Escoublac, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
5 km2.5 km2 km1 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Les Foulées du Marais
Haute-Goulaine, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
30 km20 km10 km8 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2026 | La Corrida de Noël du Pouliguen | Saint-Nazaire, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 9.75 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | Atlantic'Trail | Rezé, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 80 km36 km15 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 | La Providenti'elles | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Nantes Marathon | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2027 | V and B RUN Basse-Goulaine | Basse-Goulaine, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 20 km10 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2027 | Run for Planet Nantes | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Open Swim Harmonie Mutuelle La Baule | La Baule-Escoublac, Pays de la Loire, FR | Open Water Swimming | 5 km2.5 km2 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées du Marais | Haute-Goulaine, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 30 km20 km10 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Triathlon Audencia La Baule | La Baule-Escoublac, Pays de la Loire, FR | Triathlon | 51.5 km25.75 km25.5 km18.3 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de Nantes à Montaigu | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail Running | 103 km54 km35 km24 km |
| Date to be announced | Bike & Run Family - Pornichet | Pornichet, Pays de la Loire, FR | Bike & Run | 5 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de Mauves en Vert | Mauves-sur-Loire, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 63 km58 km48 km31 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The administrative area of Races in Loire-Atlantique (Pays de la Loire Region, Loire-Atlantique, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 107 public events and 490 individual races, including 18 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Saint-Nazaire, Rezé, Nantes, and Basse-Goulaine. Notable events in the selection include La Corrida de Noël du Pouliguen, Atlantic'Trail, and La Providenti'elles.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 103 km, reaching up to +2,080 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Loire-Atlantique 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 Loire-Atlantique?
RunningCompass currently lists 107 verified events with 490 individual races in Races in Loire-Atlantique. A total of 18 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include La Corrida de Noël du Pouliguen, Atlantic'Trail, and La Providenti'elles.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Loire-Atlantique?
Events in Races in Loire-Atlantique focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 103 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Saint-Nazaire, Rezé, Nantes, and Basse-Goulaine.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Loire-Atlantique?
The most selective courses in Races in Loire-Atlantique climb up to +2,080 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 Loire-Atlantique?
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.