Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, France
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 60 races in Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions60Races & courses
Distances0.8 - 72 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,092 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
Trail of the Coast of Light
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, France
February 27, 2027 to February 28, 2027Date confirmed
28 km24 km16 km12 km+5
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Photo: Ignaz Wiradi · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Course de la Corniche Vendéenne
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km14 km8 km7 km
RelaySeaside & Coast+4
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Raidlight Vendée trail
Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
72 km42 km20 km10 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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
Photo: Moahim · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Le Trail de la Saint Martin
Saint-Martin-de-Londres, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
18 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2026 | Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| 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 |
| Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | Semi-Marathon de la Vente des Vins des Hospices de Beaune | Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road RunningNordic Walking | 21.1 km10.4 km10 km8 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | Trail of the Coast of Light | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 28 km24 km16 km12 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Course de la Corniche Vendéenne | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21 km14 km8 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Raidlight Vendée trail | Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail Running | 72 km42 km20 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez (Vendée, Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 60 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin. Notable events in the selection include Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles, Trail of the Coast of Light, and Course de la Corniche Vendéenne.
Race distances span from 0.8 km to 72 km, reaching up to +1,092 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez 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 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 60 individual races in Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles, Trail of the Coast of Light, and Course de la Corniche Vendéenne.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez?
Events in Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.8 km entry-level races up to 72 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez?
The most selective courses in Races in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez 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 Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez?
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.