Corrida de Noël - Carentan 2026

Corrida de Noël - Carentan is a Christmas road race held in Carentan-les-Marais, located in the Manche department of Normandy. It functions as a festive local gathering, encouraging participants to wear Christmas colors or costumes. Beyond the main adult race, the day's events include Nordic walking, youth races, and a school challenge. The primary running distances are approximately 7.5 km and 10 km, suitable for both novice runners and more experienced racers. The course winds through the streets of Carentan. Local accounts mention that some sections are quite narrow, contributing to a close, town-center atmosphere rather than an expansive open-road feel. Athlétisme Carentan Sportif Club organizes the event with assistance from the town hall. The local club actively participates, with many of its members competing. For a town race, participation can be substantial, with over a thousand participants in certain years and strong turnout for the adult race.