10 Km de La Nive 2026

The 10 Km de La Nive is a 10 km point-to-point road race held in the French Basque Country. It begins near Villefranque and concludes in Bayonne, with the start line situated on the towpath by the Portuberria footbridge and the finish on Bayonne's Pannecau bridge. This race is the third in a series of local autumn 10 km events, following the heritage race and the ramparts race. The course largely follows the Nive river, utilizing the towpath towards Pont du Génie before incorporating a loop through the streets of Grand Bayonne and Petit Bayonne. The race is predominantly flat, featuring more running along the riverbanks than past notable sites. Upon finishing, participants can redeem their bib for a talo ventrèche and a beer, accompanied by music from Kanta Gurekin and gaiteros. Bus shuttles are available in the morning to transport runners to the start, and parking for drivers is located higher in the village near the trinquet.