Lorient · France
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Marathon des étoiles de la baie - Plomeur
Plomeur · 69 km away
23AUG
Run · road · Half Marathon
Course Nature - Séné
Séné · 50 km away
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12SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Semi-Marathon Auray-Vannes
Auray · 31 km away
Lorient · 80 km
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Trail de la Baie de Quiberon
The Trail de la Baie de Quiberon is a trail race in Brittany, held in Quiberon within the Morbihan department, incorporating sea air into its design. The event features two primary distances: the 21 km Trail des Varechs, involving approximately 200 m of elevation gain, and the 50 km Ulva Trail, with around 500 m of elevation gain. Both are genuine trail runs, distinct from road races, with the 50 km commencing at 08:00 and the 21 km at 09:00.
The courses traverse coastal paths, beaches, and more open terrain, making the race suitable for participants seeking a natural route without significant mountain ascents. The 21 km offers a more approachable challenge, whereas the 50 km provides seasoned runners with an extended run between the land and the sea. The organizers describe the event as family-friendly and emphasize their commitment to preserving the natural environments utilized during the race. An 11 km course, La Salicorne, is also noted, indicating an intention to accommodate runners looking for a shorter option on the Quiberon trails.
Trail de Brech
All races at Trail de Brec'h start and finish at the Stade de Brec'h on the route de Pluvignier in Brec'h, Brittany. This local trail-running event offers three distances: 25 km, 15 km, and an inclusive 9.5 km option. A 14 km Nordic walk is also scheduled, extending the day beyond just running. Starts are staggered throughout the morning, beginning with the 25 km trail and concluding with the inclusive short trail.
The routes utilize natural paths and less-traveled areas of the commune, encouraging participants to explore Brec'h away from main roads. The variety of distances accommodates long-distance trail runners, those seeking a mid-distance run, walkers, and participants opting for the inclusive format. Practical arrangements include parking and showers at the race venue.
Les foulées pluguffanaises
Les foulées pluguffanaises is a 21 km trail race in Pluguffan, Finistère, Brittany, scheduled for November with the specific date to be confirmed. This event is a trail race, not a road race, and its distance is similar to a half-marathon but run off-road.
The published route is 21 km with over 250 metres of elevation gain, indicating a rolling course rather than a flat, fast one. The listing does not include information on traditions, past winners, or participant numbers, suggesting it is a local Breton trail event offering a single short-trail race in Pluguffan.
Semi-marathon de Ploërmel
The Semi-marathon de Ploërmel is a half marathon held in Ploërmel, Morbihan, Brittany. This road race offers participants a 21.1 km challenge through the countryside, following winding roads that connect small Breton towns and pass through open local landscapes.
The region surrounding the race provides numerous activities for visitors. The Forest of Brocéliande, Château de Josselin, Vannes, and La Trinité-sur-Mer are all accessible within an hour's drive. Local residents offer encouragement along the course, and the culinary offerings are distinctly Breton, with nearby crêperies serving galettes, crêpes, and other regional specialties post-race.
Gwened Avantur
Trail Gwened’Avantur is a trail race in Vannes, organized by ASPTT Vannes. Its main event is a 24 km race on rolling, fast paths, a course where strong runners can push the pace from the start rather than solely navigate steep terrain.
The race attracts local competitive runners and athletes seeking personal goals. Manon Lejeau achieved her first win here, and Fabien Jaffré of Treffléan secured another victory in the 24 km race. Jaffré, familiar with parts of the route from training, made three errors in the first seven kilometers but still finished over seven minutes ahead of runner-up Laurent Panhelleux. One edition of the 24 km started with a minute of silence for Christian Moisan, co-founder of Triskell Chrono, whose timing team had managed the event’s results for many years.
Semi Marathon De Ploermel Communaute - Ploërmel
The Semi Marathon de Ploërmel Communauté is a road half marathon held in mid-February, starting in Ploërmel, Morbihan, Brittany. The primary race is the standard 21.0975 km distance, run as a single loop, attracting close to 1,500 participants with a community focus and charitable aspect.
The course combines running between towns with sections through the Morbihan countryside, utilizing winding roads connecting small Breton villages and passing near local points of interest. It offers an endurance challenge while maintaining a local race atmosphere, with residents from Ploërmel and surrounding areas present along the route to support the runners.
Run à l'Orient
Run à l'Orient begins next to the former submarine base at La Base in Lorient, a port city in Morbihan on France's Brittany coast. This early-March road race takes place by the sea, featuring city courses for adults and separate races for children and juniors. The primary distances offered are 5 km, 10 km, and a longer option described as either a half marathon or a 20 km urban trail, catering to both newer runners seeking a short goal and experienced runners wanting a more challenging course.
The event is structured with several start waves: children run first, followed closely by the 10 km, 20 km, and 5 km races. The 10 km is a single loop, while the 5 km and 20 km formats offer relay options, making the event suitable for both teams and individual participants. The location is a key attraction: runners begin in Lorient's submarine-base area and follow a coastal city route, distinct from rural trails or stadium circuits. Bib collection is available on-site; organizers encourage participants to pick up their bibs on Saturday to avoid potentially longer waits on Sunday.
Trail de lorette - Le Quillio
Trail de Lorette is a hilly nature trail race held at the Lorette site in Le Quillio, a commune in Côtes-d’Armor, Brittany. Participants can select from three distances: 7 km, 14 km, and 21 km, with routes named Loup, Merlin, and Cromlech. The event attracts hundreds of runners and has sold out over a month in advance. The entry limit was increased to 600, but demand still exceeded availability. Organizers maintain this cap due to limited parking at the site and to ensure a manageable event, thus carpooling is recommended.
The courses follow the Quillio trails, featuring climbs, woodlands, and open countryside instead of flat road-race terrain. New sections have been incorporated west of the commune, near Le Roz and towards Saint-Guen. The local association Les Sentiers Quilliotais is responsible for year-round path maintenance. A unique aspect is the route passing through Ehpad Le Cosquer, allowing residents to observe and cheer the runners from their homes. Supporters in costume have also contributed to the festive atmosphere, and the event depends on numerous volunteers and municipal support.
Semi-Marathon Locronan-Plogonnec-Quimper
The Semi-Marathon Locronan-Plogonnec-Quimper is a road race held in March in Finistère, Brittany, offering two primary distances. The half marathon runs from Locronan through Plogonnec to Quimper, and a 10 km race goes from Le Croëzou to Quimper. These courses are designed for fast running, not arduous climbs; the half marathon has an elevation gain of 89 m and a loss of 239 m, while the 10 km gains 43 m and loses 129 m, featuring a 4 km downhill section. The half marathon is FFA certified, making it the sole certified half marathon in Finistère, allowing participants to qualify for the French championships.
The course begins in a village designated as one of France's most beautiful, proceeds through the countryside of Plogonnec and Le Croëzou, and becomes more verdant and forested before concluding in Quimper, the capital of Cornouaille. The finish line is situated on the Odet quays, near Saint-Corentin Cathedral, placing the end of the race in the historic city center rather than a nondescript sports facility. The event attracts runners from all over France, with previous half marathon fields exceeding 2,000 participants and the 10 km drawing over 1,000. Additionally, free youth races for ages 7 to 15 are available, along with entertainment at the start and finish, and post-race crêpes.
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About Half Marathon races in Lorient
Lorient Training Notes
Lorient hosts 12 Half 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 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.