5K races near la Bisbal d'Empordà

The Milla Urbana de Banyoles is a one-mile road race held on Passeig Antoni Gaudí, adjacent to the Club Natació Banyoles facilities. It takes place on an autumn afternoon, focusing on the classic terrestrial mile distance of 1,609 meters. Separate races are organized for children, adapted athletes, under-16 runners, and the main men's and women's fields. The athletics section of Club Natació Banyoles organizes the event, which now attracts approximately 150 athletes across all categories. The mile course follows a closed urban circuit comprising two large laps and one shorter lap, allowing runners to remain close to spectators throughout most of the race. The program also features a 5 km popular race, introduced after the event evolved beyond its initial structure. The race originated as an internal Club Natació Banyoles athletics activity to signal the start of a new season, subsequently growing into a local race day for club runners, younger age groups, and visiting athletes from clubs including GEiEG and Cornellà Atlètic.

Cims de Girona - Rocacorba is a night trail running series near Girona focused on three uphill-only efforts. Participants ascend Sant Miquel, Els Àngels, and Rocacorba. The clock records only the ascent time, making the competition resemble a series of mountain time trials rather than a standard trail race. The series is in its thirteenth year and maintains the original race order, allowing the league to conclude with a more relaxed final gathering. Each finish line provides essential aid like water, nuts, and sweets. The final timed climb leads to the Santuari dels Àngels, where runners receive concluding refreshments, awards, and a participant prize raffle.

Cross de Malgrat is a cross-country race held in Malgrat de Mar, taking place within a pine forest around the December holiday period. The event features short off-road circuits tailored for younger age groups, with distances varying from 120 meters for Caganius participants to 2,000 meters for Infantil athletes. Older participants compete in masters categories. The race attracts significant local involvement, including club teams, children, parents, and masters athletes, all competing on the same day.

Marató per a La Marató de TV3 is a charity half marathon held in Girona. The course is a small urban loop near Carrer de Santa Clara and the Pont de Pedra. It begins at 10 AM on a Sunday in December, with the half marathon typically concluding shortly after midday. All proceeds benefit La Marató de TV3, the Catalan fundraising telethon. The race consists of 19 laps of a 1.140 km circuit, totaling 21 km. Participants include runners and Girona firefighters, though the event welcomes individuals who wish to donate and run or walk any number of laps. Bibs are available for collection on race day, and donations can also be made at that time. The event is coordinated by Club Atletisme Girona and Bombers de Girona, with assistance from Girona City Council.

Cursa dels Nassos is Barcelona’s New Year’s Eve 10K race. Its name originates from the Catalan phrase “home dels nassos,” referring to a New Year’s Eve figure with noses matching the remaining days of the year. The event is substantial locally, with over 13,500 participants. The course offers a competitive platform for fast runners, not just a casual run. Marta Galimany established a Catalan 10K record on this course, and Ndikumwenayo also set records while competing in Barcelona. It remains a large-scale event, with thousands of participants running alongside elite athletes to conclude the year.