Running Theme (Course Format & Challenge)

Point-to-Point Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027

Classic point-to-point courses running from start town A to finish venue B rather than following a closed loop. Browse 580 events (36 confirmed dates) and 2,803 races from 0.5 km to 226 km.

Events58036 confirmed dates
Competitions2,803Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 226 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+7,187 m D+Course elevation profile

Selected Events

Featured Events & Highlights

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Dates & Schedule

Race Calendar

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November 2026

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Nov 11, 2026SoliMada TrailAntsirabe, Vakinankaratra Region, MG
Trail RunningWalking & Hiking
125 km106 km
Nov 11, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026Real Kick UltramarathonMoselkern, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE
Trail Running
125 km
Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026Costa Blanca TrailFinestrat, Valencian Community, ES
Trail Running
102 km67 km41 km20 km
Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026La Raisin d'OrSauternes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR
Mountain BikingTrail Running
100 km80 km60 km50 km
Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026Anguei'RunBormes-les-Mimosas, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR
Trail Running
174 km43.44 km21.72 km7.24 km
Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026International Beaujolais MarathonVillefranche-sur-Saône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR
Other DisciplinesRoad Running
43 km42.2 km24 km21.1 km
Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026RMB Ultra-trail Cape TownCape Town, Western Cape, ZA
Trail Running
163 km99.1 km56.7 km34.5 km
Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026OxFam trailwalkerHong Kong, HK
Road RunningWalking & Hiking
100 km20 km
Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026Nevers Marathon by NexsonMagny-Cours, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km10 km4.41 km
Nov 21, 2026The Tour of TucsonTucson, Arizona, US
Road CyclingRoad Running
163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km
Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026UCI Gran Fondo 7 LagosVilla La Angostura, Neuquén, AR
Road Cycling
110 km6 km
Nov 21, 2026Ironman of MalaysiaKuah, Kedah, MY
Triathlon
226 km

Overview & Route Character

Classic point-to-point courses running from start town A to finish venue B rather than following a closed loop. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Point-to-Point theme currently spans 580 public events and 2,803 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. City-to-city road races, valley crossings, and coastal traverses reveal new scenery with every kilometer. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running with race distances from 0.5 km to 226 km.

With separate start and finish areas, athletes should plan around bag drop transport, shuttle buses, and prevailing winds. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +7,187 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Antsirabe, Moselkern, Finestrat, and Sauternes. Notable events in this category include SoliMada Trail, Real Kick Ultramarathon, and Costa Blanca Trail. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.

Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What defines Point-to-Point events and how many races are listed in the calendar?

Classic point-to-point courses running from start town A to finish venue B rather than following a closed loop. RunningCompass currently lists 580 events with 2,803 individual competitions under the Point-to-Point theme. A total of 36 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.

What distances and disciplines are typical for Point-to-Point races?

City-to-city road races, valley crossings, and coastal traverses reveal new scenery with every kilometer. The 2,803 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 226 km, led by Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.

What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Point-to-Point?

With separate start and finish areas, athletes should plan around bag drop transport, shuttle buses, and prevailing winds. Races in this theme reach up to +7,187 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.

Where do Point-to-Point events take place and how can I filter by region and date?

Leading host destinations include Antsirabe, Moselkern, Finestrat, and Sauternes. Notable events in this category include SoliMada Trail, Real Kick Ultramarathon, and Costa Blanca Trail. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 580 events by country, region, month, and distance.