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Half Marathon races near Nîmes
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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Nîmes
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Run · road · Half Marathon
Courses des Princes d'Orange
Orange · 49 km away
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Run · trail · Half Marathon
Trail des Vendanges
Teyran · 39 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Vitis & castellum - Cavaillon
Cavaillon · 54 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Hippo'Run De Balaruc
Balaruc-les-Bains · 70 km away
20SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
10 km et Semi-Marathon de Cavaillon
Cavaillon · 55 km away
Nîmes · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Nîmes
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Semi-Marathon de Sète
The Semi-Marathon de Sète is an October road race held in Sète, a port city in Hérault, Occitanie, situated next to the Thau Lagoon. The primary event is the 21.1 km half marathon, complemented by shorter 10 km and 5 km races, ensuring participation opportunities beyond just half-marathon competitors.
The race route features sections along the coast, a notable detail from the event's information. The event benefits the charity Les Dys Mille Pas. Its promotional materials highlight community, shared experiences, inclusivity, and personal challenge. The entry fees are set at 10 EUR for the 5 km, 15 EUR for the 10 km, and 25 EUR for the half marathon.
Les Jas du Ventoux
Les Jas du Ventoux is a 21 km mountain half marathon held at the Domaine Bélézy visitor parking on the edge of Bédoin, below Mont Ventoux. It takes place on a Sunday in October, beginning at 9:30 AM, and includes approximately 1,170 metres of climbing with nearly the same amount of descent. Déniv84, a non-profit association, organizes the race with support from the municipality of Bédoin.
The route is designed around the jas, the old shepherds’ huts linked to the history of Ventoux and Bédoin. Consequently, the race emphasizes mountain terrain and local heritage over a road half marathon pace. Runners start and finish at Domaine Bélézy, collect bibs there on race morning with ID or a current license, and race without poles, which are prohibited. Aid stations offer water, coke, fresh fruit, dried fruit, and sugar, with clean zones as part of the race’s “Clean Mountain Operation.” This event is in its fourth edition, and the awards ceremony commences at noon back at the visitor parking area.
Grand Raid de Camargue - Arles
The Grand Raid de Camargue is an annual off-road race held in the Camargue, a wetland region in southern France. Runners are permitted access to this protected natural land only once per year. It is a nature race, distinct from city road events, and requires a PPS health certificate for entry. The organizers also supply a welcome booklet for participants and their companions.
The race begins with a start behind horses, then proceeds towards the sea via private beach access. The course crosses salt pans with pink water, dikes, water crossings, and rocky terrain. Flamingos are often visible near the route, and the finish line is located within traditional Camargue arenas.
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Les jas du ventoux - Bédoin
Les Jas du Ventoux is a 21 km mountain half marathon starting and finishing at the Domaine Bélézy visitor parking on the edge of Bédoin. It takes place on a Sunday in October, organized by Déniv84, a local association, with support from the commune of Bédoin. The race has had only a few editions, and poles are not permitted.
The course includes approximately 1,170 metres of climbing and a similar amount of descent, marking it as a true mountain run. Its theme centers on the jas, the old shepherd huts associated with the Ventoux region, guiding runners through a more tranquil aspect of Bédoin’s landscape. Aid stations provide water, coke, fresh fruit, dried fruit, and sugar, with designated clean zones at each stop as part of the race’s “Clean Mountain” initiative.
Semi-Marathon et 10 km de la Durance
The Semi-Marathon et 10 km de la Durance is a road race held in November in Charleval-en-Provence, located in the Bouches-du-Rhône department of southern France. Participants can select either a 21.1 km half marathon or a 10 km race. Both are promoted as fast courses, with the 10 km specifically designed for those aiming for a personal best. Participation is limited to 1,100 runners, making it a select event rather than a large-scale city race.
The course traces the Durance riverbanks through a Provençal landscape of open fields, garrigue, and olive groves, with mountains visible in the distance. The half marathon is presented as the more challenging performance option, while the undulating 10 km offers a shorter distance with potential for record-breaking times. As a relatively new event, its primary appeal lies in straightforward, fast road running in rural Provence, under the gentle November sun, with a smaller field than typically seen at major mass participation races.
Course du balli - Saint-Cannat
The Course du Bailli begins at the Gymnase de la Seigneurie in Saint-Cannat. The morning features 7 km, 11.5 km, and 21 km foot races. This event includes both running and walking options for the 7 km and 11.5 km distances, distinguishing it from a single-distance road race. Separate races are organized for children aged 6-8 and 9-10.
The event supports La Maison de Gardanne, a palliative care facility, with all profits directed to it. The prior edition generated close to EUR6,000, underscoring the race's charitable aim. Runners, walkers, families, and children gather at the event's central location in Saint-Cannat. Registration is managed via Kms.fr, and information can be found on the race's Facebook page and the Saint-Cannat municipal website.
Trail des Truffières
The Trail des Truffières begins in Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux, Drôme, within the Tricastin region of the Rhône Valley. This trail event, held in mid-November, offers four distances: 11.8 km, 20.6 km, 27.9 km, and 48.5 km. The longest race involves approximately 1500 meters of climbing, and the 28 km route features about 635 meters of ascent, providing options from a short run to a demanding day on the trails. Participants can compete individually or in pairs, with some races available in both daytime and nighttime formats.
The courses traverse singletrack and paths winding through former truffle grounds, inspiring the event's name and theme. Starting from the Gymnase du Resseguin, runners proceed into the hills of Chameau and Chatillon, cross sections of the Clansayes plateau, and pass through Bois Noir. Mont Ventoux is visible from certain points along the routes. The race embraces its truffle connection with the motto “Si t'es champion, appuie sur le champignon !”, a playful phrase referencing mushrooms and accelerating.
Semi d'Istres
Marathon des Barjots
The Marathon des Barjots, held in December in Montarnaud, Hérault, France, is designed for runners who enjoy changing surfaces during a race. The name suggests that finishers must be somewhat "barjot," or crazy, as the marathon distance is divided into a challenging road section and a demanding trail section.
The initial 21.097 km take place on roads and include an ascent of nearly 500 m, presenting a strenuous start. Participants then reach a transition area for shoe changes and refueling, with the clock continuing to run, similar to a triathlon transition. The subsequent 21.097 km traverse technical and engaging singletrack trails, featuring difficult climbs and an additional 800 m of elevation gain. The event attracts a focused, competitive field, with one solo edition recording 126 finishers.
Les Pyramides
Les Pyramides is a road running series held in early March in La Grande-Motte, a marina and seaside resort in Hérault, Occitanie. The event offers a range of races, from short children’s and junior events to 2.5 km, 5 km, 10 km, and a half marathon. This variety accommodates school-age runners, casual participants, club members, and those aiming for a certified performance on the same weekend.
The courses follow the town and the seafront. Shorter routes remain consistent, while the 10 km and 20 km courses are modified for smoother running. The 10 km and 20 km races also serve as qualifiers for the French championships. Organized by the Lions Club of La Grande-Motte Montpellier littoral in conjunction with the city and Midi Libre, the event supports Courir pour un enfant, an organization aiding sick, disabled, or suffering children in the region. Over 5,000 runners have participated, even in adverse weather conditions, highlighting the local commitment to the cause.
Les pyramides - La Grande-Motte
Les Pyramides - La Grande-Motte is a running weekend held in La Grande-Motte, on France's Mediterranean coast. The program offers runners several options: a 5 km, a 10 km, a 21.097 km half marathon, and children's races of 1 km and 2.5 km.
The event attracts approximately 5,000 runners annually, with larger editions seeing about 6,000 participants. It functions as a Lions Club charity event supporting sick and disabled children, and its motto, “Courir pour un enfant” — “Run for a child” — highlights the inclusion of children's races alongside the adult distances. The race has over thirty editions to its name, and participants can review the course profile and GPX trace prior to registration.
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About Half Marathon races in Nîmes
Nîmes Training Notes
Nîmes hosts 28 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 Nîmes best early, when the centre still feels like it belongs to your shoes. The city centre gives you a clean 10 km loop with little elevation gain past the Arènes, Maison Carrée, Tour Magne, Jardins de la Fontaine, and Gambetta. Gambetta adds the murals, and the small streets keep the pace honest without killing the legs. Nîmes Urban Trail is the anchor event when you want the city under race effort. La nocturne de Nîmes, Veni Vici - Nîmes, Courir pour que sachange - Nîmes, and Infernal run - Nîmes keep the calendar moving.
Locals ride out fast because the good stuff starts right beyond town. You ride 3 km through garrigues, vines, and olives, and the route climbs 188 m without pretending to be alpine. The singletrack before the D135 can turn into a short hike-a-bike, so riders pick the left line and stay patient. Nîmes Cyclisme brings the serious club feel, with Route / CX, VTT, BMX, cyclosport, leisure rides, and the La Fontaine group. The Cévennes sit to the north, and Pont du Gard days add 29 km, 344 m, or bigger base miles back toward Nîmes.
March 15 to November 15 is the easy training window here, for both Z2 rides and steady runs. July and August bring common days above 34°C, so locals shift intervals early, carry more water, and stop pretending midday is smart. The Gardon and Pont du Gard rides feel right under Southern France sun, especially when the base miles point through garrigue. December to February brings common nights below 0°C, and snowfall happens every year. Winter keeps the city routes useful, while cyclists lean harder on structured club rides, cyclocross legs, and shorter loops when the cold settles in.