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Var Verdon Canyon Challenge
Aiguines, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
85 km40 km24 km17 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+7
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Verdon: Trails, Road Races & Events
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 47 races in Races in Verdon with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions47Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 123 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,896 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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SwimRunMan Gorges du Verdon
Les Salles-sur-Verdon, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
60.1 km42.8 km25.4 km13.8 km
Kids & Youth RacesLakes & Ponds+2
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Roc’n trail Castellane
Castellane, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
40 km22 km9 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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Alpes Verdon Tour
Castellane, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
123 km97 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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Naturerman Var
Les Salles-sur-Verdon, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113.5 km63.2 km
Lakes & PondsSeaside & Coast+2
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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
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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
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Var Verdon Canyon Challenge | Aiguines, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail Running | 85 km40 km24 km17 km |
| Date to be announced | SwimRunMan Gorges du Verdon | Les Salles-sur-Verdon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Swimrun | 60.1 km42.8 km25.4 km13.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Roc’n trail Castellane | Castellane, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FR | Trail Running | 40 km22 km9 km |
| Date to be announced | Alpes Verdon Tour | Castellane, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Cycling | 123 km97 km |
| Date to be announced | Naturerman Var | Les Salles-sur-Verdon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, FR | Triathlon | 113.5 km63.2 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 running territory of Races in Verdon (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, Verdon, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 47 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Swimrun. Key host locations include Aiguines, Les Salles-sur-Verdon, Castellane, and Angers. Notable events in the selection include Var Verdon Canyon Challenge, SwimRunMan Gorges du Verdon, and Roc’n trail Castellane.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 123 km, reaching up to +3,896 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Verdon 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 Verdon?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 47 individual races in Races in Verdon. A total of 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Var Verdon Canyon Challenge, SwimRunMan Gorges du Verdon, and Roc’n trail Castellane.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Verdon?
Events in Races in Verdon focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Swimrun. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 123 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Aiguines, Les Salles-sur-Verdon, Castellane, and Angers.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Verdon?
The most selective courses in Races in Verdon climb up to +3,896 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 Verdon?
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.