Course du bout de l'an - Bayonne 2026

The Course du Bout de l'An is a late-December road race held in Bayonne, located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of southwest France. Participants can select a 5 km or 10 km distance, and walkers also participate. It functions as an end-of-year city run, with large numbers of participants, a festive atmosphere, and many attendees joining with friends rather than focusing on competitive times. The 10 km course circles Bayonne, crossing the city between the Nive and Adour rivers. A distinctive feature is the aid station located at the bar of the Trinquet, a well-known city landmark, reflecting the race's motto: “Lift your knees and lift your elbow!” Fields can number in the thousands, with some years selling out in advance and attracting significant numbers of walkers.