Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningMultisport
Saumur Loire Marathon
Saumur, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km29 km21.1 km10 km+1
CastlesFestive+12
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Saumur: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 47 races in Races in Saumur with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions47Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 65 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,092 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Anjou Vélo Vintage
Saumur, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
65 km40 km38 km35 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadVineyards+3
Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Saumurban Trail
Saumur, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
18 km10 km
Urban TrailCastles+2
Photo: Luigi936 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsBike & Run
Run & Bike of the Vineyards
Saumur, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km8 km
Nature & Off-RoadVineyards+2
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Petits Pas Solidaires
Saumur, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
City RunCharity Run
Photo: Javid Nikpour / Mehr News Agency · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers
Angers, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km+6
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+4
Photo: W. Bulach · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail de Plaintel
Plaintel, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42 km25 km12 km6.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCharity Run
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise
Saint-Quentin, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km950 m
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Saumur Loire Marathon | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningMultisport | 42.2 km29 km21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Anjou Vélo Vintage | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Cycling | 65 km40 km38 km35 km |
| Date to be announced | Saumurban Trail | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Run & Bike of the Vineyards | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Bike & Run | 15 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Petits Pas Solidaires | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers | Angers, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Trail de Plaintel | Plaintel, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km6.5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Le Trail de la Saint Martin | Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Carrington Challenge | Louviers, Normandy, FR | Cross Country Running | 8.59 km6.06 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | 100 Steps Race | Biarritz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 1.1 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | 5km Matmut - Demain le Sport | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Saumur (Maine-et-Loire, Saumur, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 47 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Saumur, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin. Notable events in the selection include Saumur Loire Marathon, Anjou Vélo Vintage, and Saumurban Trail.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 65 km, reaching up to +1,092 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Saumur 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 Saumur?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 47 individual races in Races in Saumur. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Saumur Loire Marathon, Anjou Vélo Vintage, and Saumurban Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Saumur?
Events in Races in Saumur focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 65 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Saumur, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Saumur?
The most selective courses in Races in Saumur climb up to +1,092 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 Saumur?
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.