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Trail du Pastel
Balma, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42 km23 km16 km11 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+5
Running Theme (Team Spirit, Family & Inclusion)
Duo Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Two-person team races such as Bike & Run, Swimrun, or duo trails completed together from start to finish. Browse 68 events (36 confirmed dates) and 380 races from 1 km to 420 km.
Events6836 confirmed dates
Competitions380Races & courses
Distances1 - 420 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,620 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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The Val de Marnaise
Créteil, France
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
9.2 km
City RunForest+4
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Alizés Raid
Fort-de-France, Martinique
November 24, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
50 km
Charity RunNature & Off-Road+7
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 Running
Urban Trail Montpellier
Montpellier, France
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
12 km6 km
Kids & Youth RacesNight Run+6
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Verona Half Marathon (Romeo & Giulietta Run)
Verona, Italy
February 14, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+4
Photo: Carlo cattaneo fotografie · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Valentine's Day Marathon
Terni, Italy
February 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km2 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+8
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Forez Trails
Augerolles, France
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
51 km34 km24 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Trail du Pastel | Balma, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42 km23 km16 km11 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Val de Marnaise | Créteil, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 9.2 km |
| Nov 24, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Alizés Raid | Fort-de-France, MQ | Multisport | 50 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | La Rochelle Marathon | La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | Urban Trail Montpellier | Montpellier, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 12 km6 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2027 | Verona Half Marathon (Romeo & Giulietta Run) | Verona, Veneto, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Feb 21, 2027 | Valentine's Day Marathon | Terni, Umbria, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km2 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Forez Trails | Augerolles, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 51 km34 km24 km12 km |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Chrono Loop of Talant | Talant, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail Running | 2.72 km1 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | DOZ Marathon Łódź |  Łódź, Łódź Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Apr 10, 2027 | Ultra Bacchus | Le Teich, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Cycling | 420 km220 km |
| Apr 16, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Trail du Lac de Paladru | Montferrat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 85 km55 km49 km45 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Two-person team races such as Bike & Run, Swimrun, or duo trails completed together from start to finish. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Duo theme currently spans 68 public events and 380 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Partners either stay within sight of each other for the entire course or alternate running and riding a single bike. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 1 km to 420 km.
Matched pacing, clear communication on technical sections, and shared pacing tactics are decisive. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +4,620 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Balma, Créteil, Fort-de-France, and La Rochelle. Notable events in this category include Trail du Pastel, The Val de Marnaise, and Alizés Raid. 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 Duo events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Two-person team races such as Bike & Run, Swimrun, or duo trails completed together from start to finish. RunningCompass currently lists 68 events with 380 individual competitions under the Duo 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 Duo races?
Partners either stay within sight of each other for the entire course or alternate running and riding a single bike. The 380 listed competitions span distances from 1 km to 420 km, led by Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. 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 Duo?
Matched pacing, clear communication on technical sections, and shared pacing tactics are decisive. Races in this theme reach up to +4,620 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 Duo events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Balma, Créteil, Fort-de-France, and La Rochelle. Notable events in this category include Trail du Pastel, The Val de Marnaise, and Alizés Raid. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 68 events by country, region, month, and distance.