5K races near Plaisance-du-Touch

La belle rose in Bouloc offers a challenge for all: experienced runners, walkers, beginners, and children. Explore the region's charm and visit a historical monument worth the detour.

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.

Cap Sur Grenade is a running and walking event in Grenade, Haute-Garonne, southern France. It provides several options: 5 km and 10 km road runs, 8 km and 17 km nature courses, and an 8 km walk. The shorter road run suits those seeking a fast, intense effort, while the nature routes offer off-road terrain and ascents for trail runners. The 10 km course begins and ends in Grenade, featuring approximately 66 metres of ascent and 54 metres of descent, with its highest point near 118 metres. Enfile Tes Baskets organizes the event, welcoming individuals who wish to run, walk, or participate in a local sports gathering. Children's activities are available, and attendees can remain post-race for refreshments, a concert, and catered food.

Je me ligue contre le cancer is a charity running and walking event held at the Base de Loisirs des Argoulets in Toulouse, located at 29 rue de Rabastens. The Ligue contre le Cancer de Haute-Garonne organizes this event to raise funds for cancer research and to provide support services for patients and their families. It is designed for mixed abilities, featuring a 5 km walk suitable for families and friends, a 5 km run for beginner and intermediate runners, and a 10 km run for those seeking a longer challenge. The race venue also hosts a solidarity village, making the day more than just about completing a distance. Attendees and supporters can access food stalls, activities for both children and adults, and cancer screening awareness booths operating concurrently with the sports events. Online registration is managed via the Ligue contre le Cancer de Haute-Garonne website.

The Ronde de l'AJH takes place in Lahage, Haute-Garonne, offering a 6 km race, a 12 km race, a walk, and a paracross event open to all. The AJH, Association des Jeunes Handicapés, organizes it, using sport to foster social connection and support the inclusion of people with disabilities. The event, though recent, sees increasing participation. The last edition attracted 90 runners, over 100 walkers, and 40 paracross participants, surpassing the first. Workers, educators, and local residents attended. Arthur Grondin won the 6 km race, coming from second place on a slope to take the lead. He viewed the race as both a personal comeback and a demonstration of sport's role in disability inclusion.

Trail Gaulois is a Sunday trail race held in Rieux-Volvestre, offering two off-road distances: 22 km and 10 km. Both routes follow natural paths alongside the Garonne River, establishing it as a local trail event rather than a road race. The 22 km race, for adults, begins earlier, followed by the 10 km race, which is open to participants aged 16 and older. Bib collection takes place at the Salle du Marfaut. The races are semi-autonomous, requiring runners to carry their own cups for aid stations. The course incorporates elements of local history, guiding participants through the Village Gaulois and utilizing historic trails such as the chemin des mules and chemin des contrebandiers. Sections of the route also trace an old Roman road and a path on the Compostela pilgrimage route. The event features scratch podiums and category rankings, online photo galleries, and two children's races (1500 m and 500 m) scheduled after the main races.

The Course de l'espace in Toulouse, France, is a race-day program focused on short distances rather than a single main event. It is scheduled for an October Sunday morning, beginning with a 1.5 km children's race, followed by a 5 km hike or walk, a 10 km run, and a 5 km run. The adult options share a similar modest profile: the 5 km walk, 5 km run, and 10 km run each involve approximately 84 meters of elevation gain. The event is intentionally broad, accommodating children, walkers, short-distance runners, and 10 km runners with dedicated slots. Enfants du Mekong is listed as the organizer, providing the event with a charity connection instead of a purely competitive focus.

The 10 km de Castelginest begins and ends at the Complexe sportif de Buffebiau in Castelginest. The main 10 km road race, officially measured, starts at 10:00 on a Sunday morning in autumn. The same morning also features a 5 km race, a walking event, a 3 km race for Benjamins and Minimes, and shorter races for children. The Club d'Athlétisme de Castelginest organizes the event with support from the town hall. The race morning focuses on local participation, not solely the 10 km runners. Funds are raised for Castelginest charity groups, including Histoire de Coeur and Handy Sitter, which support sick and disabled children and their families. Bibs can be picked up in advance at Intersport Fenouillet or at the start area. The event concludes with an awards ceremony and a prize draw.

Trail des Fouss is a small trail-running event held in Le Fousseret, Haute-Garonne, with races scheduled for a Sunday in late October. The event offers runners several short-to-medium distance options, including a 5 km or 5.8 km discovery run, a 20 km trail, a 10 km walk, a 6 km cross race, and a 6 km canicross option for participants with dogs. The routes are hilly relative to their distance. The 15 km course involves approximately 350 meters of climbing, the 20 km course has about 500 to 600 meters of elevation gain, and even the shorter races feature some ascents. Most races begin in the morning, with the 6 km cross starting later. The event attracts a local-sized field, with 342 participants noted in a recent edition. Running Fouss 31 is the organizer.

L'Aussonnaise is a mixed road and trail race held in Aussonne, Haute-Garonne, a short distance from Toulouse. Participants can choose from a 5 km race up to a 21 km course, with an 11 km option, walking formats, children's races, and a team format also available. The event takes place during the cross-country season, but the routes are not highly technical, making them suitable for road runners seeking some nature without the challenge of a rough trail race. The course incorporates both roads and paths, winding around lakes and through small wooded areas. The longer routes feature moderate climbing, with approximately 80 to 160 meters of positive elevation gain depending on the distance. Hybrid shoes are advised because of the varied terrain. Physiothrust Sport presents the event, with one euro from each registration donated to the association Y arrivarem. The finish area will offer food trucks and entertainment.

The Course des Lumières Toulouse begins at Pont-Saint-Pierre, guiding participants through the city as dusk settles. Runners and walkers carry illuminated items, lighting the way to support the Fondation Toulouse Cancer Santé. The event offers 5 km and 10 km distances: a timed 10 km for competitive runners, a non-timed 10 km named Le 10km des Lumières, a 5 km company race, a non-timed 5 km, and a 5 km walk suitable for families and friends. The courses conclude at Cours Dillon, where the event village features a DJ, food vendors, and a dedicated business zone for corporate teams. Individuals can participate alone, with colleagues, or as volunteers. This creates a diverse field, blending runners focused on their performance with groups participating for the event's charitable aspect. The timed 10 km is a recent addition, while the established tradition of carrying lights defines this Toulouse event.

La Boucle des Coteaux is an urban trail race held in mid-November in Saint-Loup-Cammas, a town north of Haute-Garonne in Occitanie, France. Participants can select a 5.5 km route or a longer one of 10.5 to 11 km, the latter including approximately 150 meters of elevation gain. The race takes place within the town, differing from a remote mountain trail. It is suitable for runners seeking a contained local course with some inclines. The longer distance is the primary attraction, drawing over 100 finishers in a recent year, and the event is nearing its thirtieth edition.