Half Marathon races near Saint-Avertin

Runners start and finish at Château Moncontour, a hillside château in the heart of the Vouvray wine appellation overlooking the Loire Valley. Trail des Bulles is a two-day trail-running event in Vouvray, with racing beginning on Saturday evening and continuing on Sunday morning. More than 1,200 runners are expected across the programme, which includes a night 8 km race, Sunday distances of 21 km, 15 km and 8 km, an 8 km duo race, and a children’s Trail des Bubulles. The routes mix vineyard paths, forest sections, single track, short urban passages, and the hills above the Loire, so even the shorter races include climbs that bite. The Saturday 8 km can be run solo or as a pair, while the Sunday duo option is reserved for women’s or mixed teams. The event is run by Team Trail Touraine in association with Zoé & Le Tourbillon de la Vie, and the post-race tradition fits Vouvray perfectly: runners can finish with a glass of sparkling wine and appetizers at the château.

The La Pyjama Party Trail is a trail running and Nordic walking event held in Tours, located in France’s Indre-et-Loire department. Participants are encouraged to wear pajamas. The event takes place in mid-February and features forest and nature routes, courses for children and juniors, and at least one untimed option. The race distances range from 10 km to 21 km. The 10 km La Pilou-Pilou Découverte trail race had over 300 participants in its last edition, and the 21 km La Grenouillère Aventure is the longer trail option with over 100 participants. Nordic walkers have their own routes: the 11 km La Virée Nocturne is an untimed walk, and the 13 km La Nordic’Aventure is another Nordic walking course. The event is set in the Centre-Val de Loire countryside near Tours, combining a costume theme with forest running.

The Marathon de Chinon begins and ends on Quai Danton, situated on the left bank of the Vienne river, with the Royal Fortress visible. This spring race, held in Chinon within France's Touraine region, offers three distances: a marathon, a half marathon, and a 10 km. The marathon and half marathon are officially measured and serve as qualifying events; the half marathon holds a Bronze Label, and the 10 km is an official race. The marathon consists of two 21.1 km circuits, while the half marathon completes one circuit and the 10 km follows a significant portion of the same path. The course is notably flat, with no recorded positive elevation gain for the marathon or half marathon. It winds past vineyards, the medieval town, the Vienne riverbanks, the greenway, and the historic center. The marathon village, located at Espace Rabelais, emphasizes local products and the social aspect of the event. This race is in its early stages, having only reached its fourth edition.

Rocanto'trail is a spring trail-running event held in Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher, a village in Indre-et-Loire within France's Centre-Val de Loire region. The adult races offer distances of 7 km, 14 km, or 21 km on nature trails, suitable for both new participants and those seeking a longer run. Dedicated races are also available for children and juniors, contributing to the event's atmosphere as a local club-and-family gathering rather than one solely focused on the main competition. The Ardrée Bluegreen golf course serves as the race hub, hosting the start, finish, and aid station for all participants. The children's "fun run" covers approximately 700 meters and is designed for children accompanied by an adult. Rocanto'trail supports ADEL CENTRE, an association aiding children with leukemia or cancer; one euro from each adult entry and all proceeds from the children's race are donated to the organization. Sébastien Barc, a multi-Olympic medalist and Olympic torchbearer, is the event patron. Now in at least its sixth edition, the race depends on volunteers for course marking, setup, and on-site support.

Rocanto'trail is a spring trail-running event held in Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher, originating from the Ardrée Bluegreen golf course. Participants can select from three course lengths: 7 km with approximately 70 m of elevation gain, 14 km with around 150 m, or 21 km with about 250 m. The golf course location serves as the starting point, finish line, and aid station, providing a convenient layout for both runners and observers. Additionally, a brief children's "pleasure race" of roughly 700 m is offered, where children can be accompanied by an adult and receive a medal upon completion. The event benefits ADEL CENTRE, an organization that assists children with leukemia or cancer. One euro from each adult registration fee is contributed to the group, and all proceeds from the children's race are also donated. Food will be available at the finish area, and Sébastien Barc, a decorated athlete and Olympic flame carrier, acts as the event's patron.