The Nature des Vignobles du Cap begins in Leucate, located in the Aude department of Occitanie in southern France. Runners and walkers start from outside the Vignobles de Leucate-Village store. This late-January nature event offers a 10 km trail run, a 10 km Nordic walk, and a 5 km walk. It is suitable for those seeking a short off-road race or a more relaxed walk.
The 10 km route crosses paths and tracks across the Leucate plateau, weaving through vineyards, olive trees, and garrigue. Participants will also pass by local lakes and ponds, providing a distinctly local atmosphere unlike a typical road race. The course features minimal elevation gain, but the terrain varies frequently, with some sections offering shelter, a practical consideration for a winter event near the coast. The series, now in its double-digit editions, maintains a straightforward appeal: a concise nature race centered on the vineyards and rugged Mediterranean landscape of Leucate.