La Tonique is the 5 km race that is part of Les Foulées Noiséennes, a road-running event held in May in Noisy-le-Sec, located east of Paris in Seine-Saint-Denis. This event is in its 21st year and maintains a straightforward format: a free urban race offering timing, aid stations, toilets, a cloakroom, and a finisher gift.
The 5 km race is positioned between La Familiale, a 1.5 km race for younger participants and families, and La Résistante, the 10 km race for older runners. La Tonique is open to participants aged 14 and up, making it suitable for teenagers, local runners seeking a casual event, and individuals looking for a short road race without an entry fee.