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Marathon races near Calais
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4JUL
Run · road · Marathon
La Course entre Mer et Forêt - Semi Marathon et 10 km
Le Touquet-Paris-Plage · 51 km away
SEP 7
12SEP
Run · trail · Marathon
Trail National Côte d'Opale en Pas de Calais
Wimereux · 27 km away
14SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Festu la course - Festubert
Festubert · 77 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Long Course Weekend Belgium
Nieuport · 66 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Nieuwpoort Marathon
Nieuport · 65 km away
Calais · 80 km
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Recurring Marathon races near Calais
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Artémis Trail Festival
Artémis Trail Festival is a late-October trail running event in Godewaersvelde, a village in the Nord department of France’s Hauts-de-France region. The race distances offered are 13 km, 15 km, 25 km, and 42 km. The longer courses include significant elevation, with 600 m of ascent on the 25 km and 1,000 m on the 42 km, while the 13 km has 380 m of positive elevation gain.
The schedule gives the festival its clearest personality: the 15 km starts in the afternoon, but the 25 km and 42 km begin in the early evening, and the 13 km starts later at night. The event embraces that after-dark mood with the line, “Eating at night is necessarily a good idea!” Runners can expect a local trail festival rather than a road-race format, with practical information published for course details, registration, bib pickup, and results.
Course de Noël des moulins - Steenvoorde
The Course de Noël des Moulins is a running event held in December in Steenvoorde, Northern France. It features a 21.097 km half marathon and a 12 km race. The half marathon begins first, with the 12 km race following. Participation is open to all runners, not exclusively club or elite athletes.
The organizers describe it as the most unconventional running race in Northern France, incorporating beer and music into its race-day character. It is one of the more popular running events in the region at the close of the year. The half marathon listing provides practical route information, including a GPX trace for those who wish to preview the course beforehand.
Semi-marathon de la terre des 2 caps - Ferques
The Trail and Semi Marathon de la terre des 2 Caps takes place in the Pas-de-Calais region of northern France, near Ambleteuse and Ferques, organized by Marquise Athlétisme. The event features several morning races: a 30 km trail run, distinct half marathons for women and men, a 10 km race, Nordic walking, and youth races.
The 30 km trail begins the day, followed by Nordic walking, then the half marathons and 10 km. The youth events conclude the morning. The youth categories range from Minimes to Eveil Athlétic, welcoming participants of all ages. Entry fees are reasonable, with the half marathon priced at approximately 14-15 EUR, the 10 km at about 10-11 EUR, and Nordic walking at around 8-9 EUR, depending on the registration source.
Semi-Marathon Et Trails De La Terre Des 2 Caps - Marquise
The Semi-Marathon et Trails de la Terre des 2 Caps takes place at the Capoolco aquatic, sports, and cultural complex in Marquise, northern France. The race weekend, held in March, offers a 30 km trail race, a 21.1 km half marathon, and a 10 km road race named La route des carrières. A roughly 10 km walk, Cap en Marche, is also available, along with a Laser Run event for younger participants.
The 30 km trail includes approximately 320 meters of climbing, the half marathon has 180 meters of gain, and the 10 km race features 100 meters. None of the main running races are entirely flat. Marquise Athlétisme volunteers, in conjunction with the Communauté de Communes de La Terre des 2 Caps, organize the event. ULCO STAPS students also provide assistance during race weekend. This series has reached at least its 34th edition and features five events at Capoolco.
North C Trail
North C Trail takes participants through the sand and dunes of Koksijde, located on Belgium's North Sea coast. This coastal trail event occurs in early March, offering race distances from 13 km up to a full 42 km. The North C Walk is also part of the program, held the day before the main races, allowing those who prefer the beach and dunes without running to participate in the weekend's activities. The races are recognized with a UTMB Index listing, and a recent event attracted over 1,200 participants.
The course incorporates the sea, beach, dunes, and Westhoek forest areas, avoiding city streets or flat promenade paths. Its notable ascent is the Hoge Blekker, Belgium's highest dune, which serves as a distinct local landmark and presents significant loose-sand challenges. The 42 km course has 218 m of elevation gain, while the 29 km option has 540 m, suggesting the middle distance might feel more demanding than the marathon on paper. Aid stations and live timing are available, with registration managed via SQM Time / Passion for sports.
Semi-marathon et 10 km de la ballastière - Aire-sur-la-Lys
La Ballastière offers a half marathon and a 10 km race in Aire-sur-la-Lys, a town in Pas-de-Calais, northern France. Both races begin at 10:00 from the Paul Nestier sports park on Avenue Carnot. A 10 km Nordic walk starts two minutes later. OSA Athlétisme organizes the event, which follows a simple local format: one start, three options, and distances suitable for half-marathon runners or those seeking a shorter morning run.
The half marathon is the standard 21.1 km. The 10 km running race and Nordic walk also cover 10 km. Bib pickup is available the day before at Intersport Arques and on race morning at Stade Nestier in Aire-sur-la-Lys, where late registration is possible for a small fee. Non-licensed adult runners require a valid PPS attestation. Minors who are not licensed must complete a health questionnaire.
Semi-marathon et 10 km de Boulogne-sur-mer
Nord trail monts de Flandres - Saint-Jans-Cappel
Nord Trail Monts de Flandres is a trail running series held in April in Saint-Jans-Cappel, located in the hills of French Flanders. It is part of the Challenge Nord Evasion and attracts a large field, with over 8,500 participants across its various races. The event caters to different trail running levels, offering routes from a short 13 km to mountain-style distances of 25 km, 30 km, 42 km, 59 km, 80 km, and 115 km.
The races begin in Saint-Jans-Cappel and lead participants into the Monts de Flandre, providing a distinct local character. One of the 30 km routes takes place at night, presenting a different challenge compared to the longer daytime distances. Participants travel from afar to compete on the Flemish hills, particularly for the ultra-distance courses.
Semi Marathon du Carnaval
The Semi Marathon du Carnaval is a city road race in Dunkerque, offering a 21.0975 km half marathon and a 5 km option. Both adult distances feature single-loop courses, ensuring runners do not repeat the same short circuit. The event includes races for children and juniors, contributing to a broader race-day atmosphere beyond just a half marathon. It is linked to the carnival season, presented as a festive urban run instead of a basic club race.
The route crosses Dunkerque’s streets, with spectators and the carnival atmosphere enhancing its appeal. The surrounding region has strong carnival traditions: Cassel, a nearby town, hosts both a winter Mardi Gras carnival and a larger Easter Monday carnival, marked by early morning drum-and-cymbal calls and afternoon or evening processions. This regional context helps frame the race around color, noise, and broad participation, accommodating serious runners, casual participants, juniors, and families within the same event.
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About Marathon races in Calais
Calais Coastal Training Notes
Calais hosts 17 Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run the seafront first, then cut through Old Town or St. Pierre when they want urban miles. The Marck Canal gives steady Z2 without much fuss. The Marck Canal loop is 21 km when you want a clean nearby route. Stade Olympique Calais Athlétisme keeps the groupe running moving on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from Stade du Souvenir. The Sunday running forme group runs from 10h to 11h. Urban trail de Calais, Le Marathon Calais XXL, Trail Des Forteresses De Calais, and Calais Beach Race are the anchor events.
Riders use Calais as a flat coastal base with enough options for base miles, gravel, and a tidy crit-style hit around town. The Forts Loop runs 11 kilometers, and the Coulogne-Guines cycle route runs 7 kilometers. The Coquelles Green Belt runs nearly 7 kilometers, and the Marck Canal path rolls peacefully for nearly two kilometers. Calais sits at the crossroads of EuroVelo routes 4, 5, and 12. La Ronde de Calais reaches up to 150 km, so it works as the big gran fondo day. Cape Blanc Nez and Cape Gris Nez hold the nearby climbs.
Calais gives you a coastal season, so locals plan around wind more than altitude. Spring and autumn feel best for steady running, long rides, intervals, and cyclocross prep. Summer puts the English Channel right in your face, and the White Cliffs of Dover show from Calais on a clear day. The beaches, dunes, and canal paths make warm Z2 easy if you start smart. Winter keeps both sports going, but the city shifts toward shorter loops, club sessions, urban routes, and sheltered canal work. La Nocturne de Noël keeps the late-year running mood alive.