La Caldéniacienne 2026

La Caldéniacienne is a running and walking event held in early September in Chaudeney-sur-Moselle, located in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department of France’s Grand Est region. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 10 km road race, while walkers have a 9 km option. The event is structured for both competitive runners and those seeking a relaxed outing with friends. The Association La Caldéniacienne organizes the event, which attracts approximately 2,000 participants across its various formats, a significant turnout for a local race. The routes wind through the woods surrounding Chaudeney-sur-Moselle, incorporating sections on trails, vineyard landscapes, and passing the historic fort of Villey-le-Sec. Volunteers meticulously prepare the course, marking stones, signaling roots, and clearing paths to minimize hazards. The event also features a festive atmosphere with musical performances along the route, including hunting horns, jazz bands, barrel organs, and cellos. Aid stations offer substantial, food-oriented provisions, characteristic of French local races, aligning with the event's emphasis on enjoying the run or walk rather than solely focusing on performance times.