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5K races near Lorient
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Upcoming 5K races near Lorient
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6JUL
Run · trail · 5K
Trail des Duos - Saint-Bihy
Saint-Bihy · 76 km away
JUL 4
12JUL
Run · road · 5K
Openswim Saint-Pierre Quiberon
Saint-Pierre-Quiberon · 31 km away
14JUL
Run · road · 5K
Corrida De Pontivy
Pontivy · 46 km away
19JUL
Run · road · 5K
Les foulées du large
Quiberon · 35 km away
26JUL
Run · road · 5K
Les Défis Quiberonais - 7,5 km 2026
St Pierre Quiberon · 31 km away
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AUG 5
2AUG
Run · road · 5K
34-Me Foulées Stéphanoises - Saint Abraham
Saint Abraham · 73 km away
16AUG
Run · road · 5K
Johanna's color run - Erdeven
Erdeven · 21 km away
23AUG
Run · road · 5K
Course Nature - Séné
Séné · 50 km away
24AUG
Run · road · 5K
Les foulées de Saint-Philibert - Trégunc
Trégunc · 38 km away
31AUG
Run · road · 5K
Les foulées de la plage - Pontivy
Pontivy · 46 km away
SEP 4
6SEP
Run · trail · 5K
Trail de Gestel
Gestel · 8 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Semi-Marathon Auray-Vannes
Auray · 31 km away
13SEP
Run · road · 5K
Course nature entre terre et mer - Ambon
Ambon · 64 km away
27SEP
Run · road · 5K
Marathon de Vannes
Vannes · 47 km away
Lorient · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Lorient
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Foulées du bois de Kerozer - Saint-Avé
The Foulées du bois de Kerozer is a race in Saint-Avé, Brittany, set within the Kerozer and Lesvellec woods. The main event is a 15 km trail race. It is accompanied by a 5 km race, a Nordic walk, five children’s races, and an Australian pursuit race, a format that results in a single classified finisher.
The course was formerly contained entirely within the Bois de Kerozer, initially 13.2 km with one small loop and three large loops, then 12 km over three identical loops, each with an aid station. The present 15 km route spends approximately one-third of its distance in Kerozer. After 2.5 km, it enters the Bois de Lesvellec for an 11 km wooded section. This is connected by a 1 km out-and-back along ponds and a brief detour near the heathland by Rue Pierre Le Nouail. The final 1.5 km leads back to Kerozer, descending before a steep ascent to the finish at the belvedere.
Foulées réguinoises - Réguiny
Foulées réguinoises is a local race day in Réguiny, starting in the afternoon with a family atmosphere. Now in its 35th edition, the event features children’s races in the early afternoon before the main runs commence.
The main change this year is the introduction of two nature circuits: a 7 km route and a 14 km route. Runners can choose between a short trail-style outing or a longer one. Each entry includes a charitable contribution, with 1 euro from each registration donated to Des Papillons Pour Louna, an organization supporting a young girl with a rare disease.
Trail de Pleyben
The Trail de Pleyben begins and concludes at Gymnase Pierre Cloarec in Pleyben, Finistère, offering four trail races. Organized by APEL Saint Joseph de Pleyben, this event marks its 21st year and serves as the concluding stage of the Challenge Armorik Trail. The primary Canal PopKorn race covers 44.5 km with 1,250 m of elevation gain, intended for experienced, well-prepared runners, not novices.
The long course departs Pleyben via local paths and woodland tracks, descending towards the Nantes-Brest Canal and its towpath. It continues past Pont-Coblant before proceeding through Gouézec to Roche du Feu, reaching an altitude of 281 m. Following a swift, technical wooded descent back towards the canal, participants will pass the Victor, a navigational monument, then ascend towards Pleyben on trails through Lennon. The course combines technical terrain, runnable sections, ascents, and descents. A two-person Canal PopKorn relay divides the distance into 18.5 km and 26 km segments, with a limit of 50 teams.
La Marche des globules - Larmor-Baden
La Marche des Globules is a non-competitive community walk between Baden and Larmor-Baden in Morbihan. The start window is from 8:00 to 10:00 in the morning, with the finish open until 2:00. It is open to everyone, costs 4 euros for adults, and is free for children up to 12. The event is organized by the volunteer blood-donor association for Brech, Baden, Pluneret, and nearby towns. The entry fee promotes blood donation, not prize money or race timing.
Participants choose from several marked distances: 5 km, 11 km, 14 km, and 17 km. Extra route options are sometimes added, including one linked to the Sept Iles when passage conditions allow. Registration is handled on site at local venues like the Baden sports hall or Larmor-Baden municipal canteen, depending on the edition. Walkers receive a drink and snack at the finish. Prizes are drawn by lottery, and walking poles are allowed only with plastic tips.
Plogastrail - Plogastel-Saint-Germain
The Plogastrail de Plogastel-Saint-Germain is a Sunday morning trail event held in Plogastel-Saint-Germain, Finistère, offering races for runners and walking routes. The primary race covers 22 km, with 12 km and 5 km options available for those preferring shorter distances.
The 22 km course begins near the honor stadium before entering the undergrowth and country paths surrounding Plogastel-Saint-Germain. One past event saw 750 participants: 250 ran the 22 km, 350 the 12 km, and 150 the 5 km, alongside children and approximately 120 walkers. Registration was closed to ensure the safety and order of the races, with local associations assisting in trail maintenance, security, and event operation.
Corrida de l'espoir - Loudéac
The Corrida de l'espoir takes place in Loudéac in November, featuring short road races that support cancer fundraising. The event includes a 5 km race divided into Corri'Men for men and Corri'Dames for women, an open mixed 10 km run under the Corrida de l'espoir title, and a Corrida des petits for children aged 3 to 13.
The race attracts a large local participation, with approximately 1,500 runners, including about 250 children. Funds raised benefit the League Against Cancer and cancer research, the primary objective for the Team de l'Espoir organizers. This group also organizes other running and raid events, such as the Foulées d'Aquarev in April. The Loudéac race has previously featured professional cyclist Nolan Mahoudo as a co-sponsor and starter for the women's 5 km.
Corrida de Noël - Cléguérec
The Corrida de Noël - Cléguérec is a December road running event held in Cléguérec, a town in Morbihan, Brittany. The primary adult race is approximately 8 km, with 5 km and 10 km options also available for adults, suggesting a multi-distance running event rather than a single-distance race. It is organized by the Cléguérec town hall, and the 8 km race begins in the early evening.
The race takes place in central Cléguérec, featuring a short road course suitable for local participants and visitors seeking a run during the Christmas season. The schedule includes children's races and a laser biathlon tournament preceding the running events. A notable local aspect is the participation of residents from the Foyer de vie in the 5 km race, each accompanied by a staff member. The event also provides live GPS tracking and a fan zone via an app, allowing spectators to monitor runners in real time.
Course au large - Fouesnant
The Course au large - Fouesnant is a local race in Fouesnant, organized by Sport Nature Aventure. The source provides no distance or route details, but indicates a community event with civic and military guests, rather than a race primarily described through elite results.
Twelve sailors from the French Navy training ship Chacal participated, led by their commander, Ensign Foucauld Redoulez, as part of the French Navy’s 400th anniversary. Anne-Marie Quéméner, the first Fouesnant woman, received a special prize: the Chacal’s tape de bouche, presented by the ship’s commander. Ensign Clothilde Simon, then training at ISAE in Toulouse, also received a prize, presented by Bruno Merrien, Fouesnant’s first deputy mayor.
Trail de Saint-Alouarn - Guengat
Foulées guengataises
Foulées Guengataises takes place in February in Guengat, a village in Finistère, Brittany. It is a local race day featuring short children’s runs, adult running options, and an 8 km walk or hike.
The main race is La Guengataise at 15.5 km, with approximately 210 metres of elevation gain. An 8 km race is also offered with about 120 metres of climbing. Shorter 1 km and 1.7 km options are available for younger participants. The event appears to be a community-focused Breton gathering with reasonable entry fees, organised locally, where runners and walkers share the same morning in Guengat.
Les Boucles du Steir
Les Boucles du Steir was a city road event in Quimper, Finistère, Brittany. Scheduled for mid-February, it featured a 10 km road race and two walking events, catering to both runners and walkers, not exclusively competitive road racers.
The 10 km run followed a single 10 km loop through Quimper’s streets. Walkers could select the same 10 km loop or a shorter 5 km loop. A past edition attracted over 500 participants. The event is no longer held; it was succeeded by the Ar Meilhou Glaz Trail, which continues a race presence in the city with a different format.
10 Km du Bord de Mer
10 Km du Bord de Mer is a road race held on a Saturday in late February in Damgan, a seaside town in Morbihan, Brittany. Participants can select either a 5.5 km or 10 km distance, making the event suitable for beginners and those seeking a more challenging run. The race also benefits a charitable cause, adding a purpose to the day beyond the finish time.
The course runs alongside the sea, with Damgan’s coastal location offering runners fresh air, expansive views, and a distinct feeling of being on the Breton coast. The event emphasizes a welcoming local atmosphere and a route adaptable to various skill levels, rather than focusing solely on competitive club runners. It also provides an opportunity for visitors to explore Damgan, a former fishing village featuring beaches and characteristic streets near the race route.
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About 5K races in Lorient
Lorient Training Notes
Lorient hosts 40 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 Scorff River and Parc du Bois du Château when they want miles without leaving town. The route is 8 km with 37 m of elevation, so it works for easy Z2 or short intervals. Parc du Bois du Château is not the most scenic in the world, but it is the best option right in Lorient. The park loop is 3 km one-way with 55 m of elevation. Lorient Athlétisme Club brings over 400 members, and Lorient Running Club meets Wednesdays at 7:00 PM at the WestPort Inn. Run à l'Orient, La nordique de Lorient, and Trail des deux rivières in Lanester keep the calendar honest.
Locals ride the bay, the greenways, and the roads out of town when they want base miles. The Tour of the Bay by bike runs 29 km one way from Larmor-Plage to Gâvres, and the Lorient-Gâvres route makes you take the bateau-bus twice. The Right-Bank Route The Ports gives you 14 km from Larmor-Plage Tourist Office to quai des Indes in Lorient centre. The climbs sit on the inland routes, where Lorient - Noyal-Pontivy carries 979 m of ascent over 82.9 km and Lorient - Quistinic packs 492 m into 37.4 km. Tour de la rade by lazare and Triathlon de Lorient are the anchor hits. Locals talk routes first, because the named club scene here is LAC, Lorient Running Club, FC Lorient, and CEP Lorient.
July and August are the best months, and most riders get on their bikes here then. Summer gives you cool-to-warm coastal days, rare extreme heat, and plenty of nose-to-the-wind miles on greenways with no cars. The Kaolin greenway gently descends towards the sea on the outward trip, and the return comes back uphill. Winter keeps training possible because Lorient has an oceanic climate and frost is rare. Locals keep running the Scorff and Parc du Bois du Château, while cyclists shift more rides to steady greenway Z2, short loops, and quiet days between showers.