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Noz Trail Plougastel
Plougastel-Daoulas, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
16 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+1
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Running events of the Atlantic Coast
528 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 2,552 races in Atlantic Coast (France) with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events52836 confirmed dates
Competitions2,552Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 55 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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The Adrenaline Climbs and Surges
Saint-André-de-Cubzac, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
20 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
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
Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
La Rochelle Marathon
La Rochelle, France
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunEco-Friendly+9
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Paleotrail
Saint-Césaire, France
December 12, 2026 to December 13, 2026Date confirmed
40 km25 km15 km14 km+6
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: W. Bulach · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail Between Moorlands and Justice
Saint-Jean-Brévelay, France
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
55 km30 km18 km11 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
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
Photo: Grand Parc - Bordeaux, France from France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Trail Les Mathes - La Palmyre
Les Mathes, France
January 10, 2027Date confirmed
50 km25 km11 km10 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Noz Trail Plougastel | Plougastel-Daoulas, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 16 km10 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | The Adrenaline Climbs and Surges | Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 20 km10 km |
| 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 29, 2026 | La Rochelle Marathon | La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 | Paleotrail | Saint-Césaire, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 40 km25 km15 km14 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Trail Between Moorlands and Justice | Saint-Jean-Brévelay, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 55 km30 km18 km11 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | La Corrida de Noël du Pouliguen | Saint-Nazaire, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 9.75 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2027 | Trail Les Mathes - La Palmyre | Les Mathes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 50 km25 km11 km10 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2027 | Trail de la Ria et de l'Océan | Plouhinec, Brittany, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 28 km18 km11 km8 km |
| Feb 14, 2027 | Half Marathon & 10k Running Pays de Lorient | Cléguer, Brittany, FR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Feb 21, 2027 | Semi-Marathon du Finistère | Telgruc-sur-Mer, Brittany, FR | Nordic WalkingRoad Running | 21.1 km10 km3 km1.5 km |
| 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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Atlantic Coast (France) (Europe, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 528 public events and 2,552 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Plougastel-Daoulas, Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, and La Rochelle. Notable events in the selection include Noz Trail Plougastel, The Adrenaline Climbs and Surges, and Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 55 km, reaching up to +2,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Atlantic Coast (France) 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 Atlantic Coast (France)?
RunningCompass currently lists 528 verified events with 2,552 individual races in Atlantic Coast (France). A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Noz Trail Plougastel, The Adrenaline Climbs and Surges, and Half Marathon of Pays de Saint Gilles.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Atlantic Coast (France)?
Events in Atlantic Coast (France) focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 55 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Plougastel-Daoulas, Saint-André-de-Cubzac, Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez, and La Rochelle.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Atlantic Coast (France)?
The most selective courses in Atlantic Coast (France) climb up to +2,000 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 Atlantic Coast (France)?
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.