Boucles tourquennoises 2026

Boucles Tourquennoises is a road-running event in Tourcoing, Nord department, Hauts-de-France, typically held in mid-October. The primary races are a 10 km and a 5 km run through the city. School races and a family walk are also part of the day, providing a broader local engagement. US Tourcoing Athlétisme organizes the event. The 10 km holds a Bronze FFA label, indicating it is a serious competition. The 5 km is timed and ranked, intended as a shorter option for participants seeking a less demanding challenge. The course is flat and consists of loops, starting and finishing in the city center. It passes through Parc Clémenceau and Boulevard de l'Egalité. Organizers describe the 10 km as fast and dynamic. Recent editions have seen over 800 participants in the 10 km race. School-category races are available for younger runners, including children and junior categories. Families can participate in the walk without competing. A distinctive detail at the finish, characteristic of the region, includes a beer or soft drink and fries offered to runners, in addition to the technical T-shirt provided with registration.