About this race
Marchiennes offers a flat road race in the Nord department of Hauts-de-France, with options for 10 km or a half-marathon. The 10 km event, held since 1998, recently saw over 2,600 finishers. The 10 km holds a National label, and the half-marathon a Regional label; both distances allow runners to qualify for the French championships.
The routes follow roads through forest, villages, and open fields near Marchiennes. Runners frequently mention the countryside scenery alongside the fast course. The Office municipal des sports de Marchiennes organizes the race, providing aid stations every 5 km and a finish bag with water, an apple, and a cereal bar. Participants also receive a technical T-shirt and a La Queue de Charrue beer. A portion of the proceeds benefits the French Cardiology Federation's heart disease research.
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