Bike and run de l'hippodrome - Marcq 2027

The Bike and Run de l'hippodrome - Marcq is a winter Run & Bike event held at the Hippodrome de Marcq-en-Baroeul, near Lille in northern France. Participants race in pairs, alternating between running and cycling. The event offers shorter distances, including 5 km and 7 km, with races beginning in the morning and starting in multiple waves. The course is set within the hippodrome grounds, avoiding a lengthy point-to-point route. One of the listed formats features only 6.5 meters of elevation gain, emphasizing quick transitions, pacing, and cooperation over steep climbs. Marcq Triathlon is the organizer, targeting local athletes and residents of the Lille metropolitan area. Affordable entry fees allow pairs to experience Run & Bike without the commitment of a longer race.