Carcassonne · France
5K races near Carcassonne
17 races in 2026
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Upcoming 5K races near Carcassonne
JUL 3
12JUL
Run · road · 5K
Nocturne du Jacquemart
Lavaur · 76 km away
25JUL
Run · road · 5K
La gijounade - Vabre
Vabre · 54 km away
26JUL
Run · road · 5K
La ronde illoise - Ille-sur-Têt
Ille-sur-Têt · 64 km away
AUG 5
1AUG
Run · road · 5K
La ronde cuquoise - Vielmur-sur-Agout
Vielmur-sur-Agout · 50 km away
2AUG
Run · road · 5K
Run in Saint-Laurent - Saint-Laurent-de-la-Salanque
Saint-Laurent-de-la-Salanque · 71 km away
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2AUG
Run · road · 5K
Les pieds dans l'eau - Gruissan
Gruissan · 61 km away
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
La remontada - Rodès
Rodès · 64 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
La llupianenque
Llupia · 74 km away
SEP 9
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
La course du fort'ich - Ayguesvives
Ayguesvives · 66 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 5K
La cavanight - Cavanac
Cavanac · 5 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 5K
Barca Run - Le Barcares
Le Barcares · 72 km away
12SEP
Run · trail · 5K
Trail des cascades - Roquefort-les-Cascades
Roquefort-les-Cascades · 56 km away
13SEP
Run · road · 5K
Mémo Run 66
Perpignan · 72 km away
13SEP
Run · trail · 5K
Trail en Terres d'Oc - Burlats
Burlats · 47 km away
22SEP
Run · road · 5K
Championnat de l'aude de marche nordique - Narbonne
Narbonne · 53 km away
27SEP
Run · trail · 5K
TRAILauragais
Nailloux · 61 km away
28SEP
Run · road · 5K
Vilanova run - Villeneuve-lès-Béziers
Villeneuve-lès-Béziers · 76 km away
Carcassonne · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Carcassonne
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Trail du Cassoulet
Trail du Cassoulet is a trail-running weekend in Verfeil, Haute-Garonne, Occitanie, incorporating the food culture of southwest France into the race. The main running distances are 12 km, 19 km, and 28 km. The program also includes a 12 km Nordic walk, a 12 km hike, 5 km canicross, 5 km cani-rando, children’s races, and a parent-child relay. It is a nature-trail event, with routes using trails, roads, and countryside paths around the Lauragais area.
The race emphasizes its name more than many food-themed events. On the 12 km, 19 km, and 28 km courses, runners receive music, Toulouse sausage, and Fronton wine at a refreshment stop in the Orangerie of the Château de Bonrepos Riquet. The finish line offers draft beer, costumed finishers get a bottle of wine, and the weekend concludes with a cassoulet meal and bandas. There is also a Saturday evening pasta party, an exhibitor village, and free Sunday childcare for children aged 3 to 10, making the event suitable for families as well as runners.
Ronde du Kercorb - Chalabre
The Ronde du Kercorb in Chalabre offers two mountain-style trail runs. Participants can select a 10.5 km course with 400 meters of elevation gain or a 21 km course with 900 meters of elevation gain.
The 10.5 km race begins at 08:00, followed by the 21 km race at 08:30. This marks the 8th edition of the series. The significant elevation in both routes ensures they are more than just an alternative to road running.
2Seo portel des corbières trail - Portel-des-Corbières
The 2SEO Portel des Corbières Trail begins at Terra Vinéa, a wine-tourism site in Portel-des-Corbières, Aude, southern France. This October trail running event is organized by Sun Stages Endurance, in partnership with the Portel-des-Corbières town hall and Terra Vinéa. The event features three timed trail races: a long course of approximately 25 to 28 km, a 15 km course, and a 6 km option for less experienced participants.
The two longer races include a passage through the Terra Vinéa mine, a distinctive element of the event. The 6 km Trail Portelais route remains outside the mine and involves around 114 m of elevation gain. The longer routes traverse the Portel-des-Corbières and Sigean area, with listed climbs of about 400 m for the long race and 310 m for the 15 km race. Participants not running can join the Marche Rose, a 4.5 km walk or Nordic walk around Portel-des-Corbières. A portion of the event supports Octobre Rose breast cancer screening and research, and Sun Stages Endurance also collaborates with AFDAIM 11 to enable residents with disabilities to participate through sport.
La folle furieuse Carcassonne - Aude
La Folle Furieuse Carcassonne is a short obstacle race at Lac de la Cavayère, near Carcassonne in Aude, with starts planned from the morning. It is a 5 to 6 km adventure run built around 25 obstacles, so the day is more about climbing, sliding, crawling, splashing, and laughing than chasing a road-race time.
The route uses the lake setting directly, with a passage through the water, muddy sections, and large inflatable obstacles on the program. The event is pitched at friends and families, with a race village and DJ adding to the loose, party-style feel, and local coverage describes it as a wild but family-friendly obstacle course now several editions old.
Les Foulées du Parc - Narbonne
Les Foulées du Parc is an annual running event held in the Parc des sports in Narbonne, southern France. Organized by ACNM, the local athletics club, it features two official road races: 5 km and 10 km. Both distances qualify for the French championships, attracting local runners alongside athletes aiming for fast times and federation standards. Over 1,000 runners are anticipated, supported by approximately 100 ACNM volunteers managing race operations.
The courses are nearly flat, favoring speed over climbing ability. The 10 km race begins on Avenue Maître Hubert-Mouly, while the 5 km starts on Avenue Jean-Antagnac. Both races conclude within the main stadium on the athletics track. The competition is expected to be strong: the previous 10 km champion is returning to defend his title, an Olympic marathon runner from Paris is using the event for preparation, and a young French record-holder is competing in the 5 km.
Course halloween somail - Saint-Nazaire-d'Aude
The Halloween Course au Somail is a 5 km running and timed Nordic walking event held in Saint-Nazaire-d’Aude, located in Occitanie’s Aude department. Organized by CORSA Club Omnisports around Halloween, the event begins at Glacier du Somail. The morning schedule includes registration, the Nordic walk, and a children’s race.
The course is a single 5 km loop following the Canal du Midi. Participants will pass under the canal bridge and return on the opposite side. This event is festive and supports a charity, making it suitable for runners, Nordic walkers, families, and individuals seeking a short, local race instead of a long-distance competition.
Le Souffle Des Crêtes - Villeneuve La Comptal
Le Souffle des Crêtes is a nature-running event in Villeneuve-la-Comptal, in the Aude area of Occitanie. Participants can choose between 15 km and 5 km routes, and the programme also includes children’s races and a hiking option, catering to various participants.
The routes are mainly off road, using unpaved paths, forest trails, natural tracks, and sections along the ridges that give the race its name. The event is organized by the Amicale des Sapeurs-Pompiers de Castelnaudary, giving it a local volunteer feel rather than the atmosphere of a large commercial race.
Course pour movember - Lézignan-Corbières
The Course pour Movember is a local charity run held in Lézignan-Corbières, located in the Aude department of southern France. The primary event is a 10 km run crossing the pine forest, complemented by a 5 km walk option for those seeking a less strenuous participation. This run is associated with Movember, the November initiative dedicated to men's health, and commences at 9:30 AM.
The Union des commerçants de Lézignan is responsible for organizing this event, framing it as an opportunity to run or walk for a worthy cause. The organization maintains a straightforward, community-focused approach: a forest run, a shorter walk, an accessible entry fee, and essential information provided via the Lézignan merchants' association website and email.
Les sentiers de Germain - Baixas
La Foulée Du Mas - Cabestany
La Foulée Du Mas is a 5 km event in Cabestany, Pyrénées-Orientales, southern France. It takes place on a Sunday morning in late November, with the run and the walking hike starting at 10:00.
The format includes a 5 km running race and a 5 km randonnée for those preferring to walk the same distance at a relaxed pace. The organizer, LA FOULEE DU MAS, presents this as a local community event rather than a large, multi-distance race festival.
TBZ - Trail de Baziège
TBZ - Trail de Baziège is a trail-running series held in Baziège, Haute-Garonne, Occitanie. The main race day offers runners three distances: the Tissier 21 km with 380 meters of elevation gain, the Rivel 14.5 km with 250 meters, and the Visenc 8.5 km with 150 meters. The longest race begins at 08:30, followed by the middle distance at 09:00 and the short trail at 09:30.
The event also features an 8.2 km hike, starting shortly after the short race, and a free children's race. Entry fees are modest for trail races, ranging from 10 EUR for the short trail to 18 EUR for the 21 km, with the hike priced at 5 EUR. The broader TBZ series includes TBZ Classic, TBZ Survivor, and TBZ Trio; TBZ Survivor operates on its own schedule and is planned for every two years. Recent participation exceeded 1,000 individuals, indicating this is a local trail event drawing a wide range of participants, not just a small club gathering.
La Ronde de Ramonville
La Ronde de Ramonville is a road race held in Ramonville-Saint-Agne, Haute-Garonne, Occitanie, southern France, scheduled for early December. Participants can select either a 5 km or 10 km distance, accommodating both those seeking a brief, intense run and individuals aiming for a typical local 10 km. The event's slogan, “Ne tourne pas en Rond,” a play on the race name, contributes to its relaxed, local atmosphere.
The course winds through Ramonville-Saint-Agne, featuring lakes and ponds alongside town scenery, rather than exclusively open countryside. A separate race for children and juniors allows families to coordinate participation for multiple runners. Post-race, the town provides activities, and visitors can explore nearby attractions like Toulouse’s Place du Capitole, a stroll along the Canal du Midi, or the Cité de l’espace.
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About 5K races in Carcassonne
Carcassonne Base Miles
Carcassonne hosts 49 5K 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 Canal du Midi when they want steady Z2 and shade. The city centre gives you quick access to the canal, and the Cité makes a good mental marker because the race starts up at the castle on one local marathon-style route. The final stages are along the canal, which feels right after harder intervals. Lac de la Cavayère is the trail option, and Les Foulées de la Cavayère is the anchor race there. La palajanaise, La palajanight, L'indécis - Trail de cavanac, Grand Raid des Cathares - Carcassonne, and Raid Tout Absolu - Carcassonne keep the calendar honest. The brief lists no named run clubs.
Cyclists use the Canal du Midi first, because the bike ride from Carcassonne eastward and westward is perfect: not too long, not too bumpy, and beautifully shaded. The V80, called Canal des 2 Mers by bike, runs through Carcassonne, and the voie verte connects Bram to Montségur over 80 km. The Minervois-Pic de Nore route gives climbers a 65 km day, while the Vineyards of Carsac to Cavanac route runs 54 or 84 km. The climbs sit toward Minervois-Pic de Nore, the Malepère, and the Pyrénées foothills. La trace du sanglier VTT - Palaja and XC Marathon Palaja cover the VTT side. The brief lists no named cycling clubs.
Spring and Autumn are the best months, because the air is easier for base miles, trail runs, gran fondo prep, and long Z2 rides. Summer works well if locals start early, use the canal shade, and save the harder intervals for cooler hours. The Canal du Midi feels made for summer biking, with trees giving a canopy over the water. Winter stays mild and moderately wet, so runners keep using the city, the canal, and Lac de la Cavayère, while cyclists shift toward steadier endurance, shorter loops, and the 12 km Carcassonne - Lac de la Cavayère spin when the hills feel less inviting.