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La Oisselienne is a race series in Oisseau, Mayenne, western France, typically held in early October. It includes short distances of 1 km, 2 km, 3 km, and 5 km, alongside a 10 km trail race for those seeking the main distance. All races begin in Oisseau, with the 10 km trail being the most popular. The event is listed on TrainerDay, providing practical information like distance options, start location, registration, bibs, and results for participants planning their race.

The Trail Semi-Urbain du Val d’Huisne is a trail race in La Ferté-Bernard, a town in France’s Sarthe region known as the “Venice of the West” because of its canals and medieval history. VSF Athlétisme organizes the event, which features two distances: approximately 9.7 km and 16 km. The longer race begins in the morning, followed shortly by the shorter one. The routes combine running through town with sections in the Huisne valley. Participants will transition from city streets to paths and forest trails. Races for children are also held, making the event suitable for families and adult runners. The semi-urban format is a key feature, offering runners glimpses of La Ferté-Bernard’s historic streets and canals before moving to paths outside the town.

The Semi-Marathon de Beaufort en Anjou is a road running event held in early October in Beaufort-en-Vallée, Maine-et-Loire, within France’s Pays de la Loire region. The primary event is a half marathon, complemented by shorter races: les petites foulées (approximately 5.6 km) and les foulées (approximately 9.7 km). An intermediate race of about 10.5 km is also listed on some entry pages. Additionally, walkers can participate in an 11 km Nordic walk, ensuring the day caters to more than just half marathon runners. The half marathon begins as a loop from Place Notre Dame, starting near the Notre Dame church. The course departs Beaufort-en-Vallée, passing through Gée and Mazé, following the Couesnon river. It incorporates small bridges, roads, paths, woods, and forest sections surrounding the town. Runners will see the ruins of Beaufort Castle and head towards the Château de Montgeoffroy de Montmirail, weaving local heritage into a largely rural route. The region is also known for poularde à l’angevine, a local chicken dish, offering a more regional post-race meal than the typical pasta.

Trail du Val d'Huisne is a trail-running event in La Ferté-Bernard, Sarthe, France, typically held in early October. VSF Athlétisme, with local volunteers, organizes the event, focusing on short-to-medium trail distances instead of mountain climbs. Recent routes featured approximately 9.7 km with 76 meters of elevation gain and 16 km with 130 meters of gain, alongside other distances around 12 km and 27 km. Races for children and juniors are also part of the program, with free on-site entry for these youth events. The routes traverse the town and adjacent countryside, utilizing forest paths, nature trails, local lanes, and the area surrounding the lake. Participants will see some of La Ferté-Bernard’s historic monuments. Organizers occasionally open private properties exclusively for race day, providing access to normally restricted course sections. The event appeals to local trail runners, road runners exploring off-road, families with young participants, and individuals seeking a varied course without extreme elevation. Food and beverages are available on-site, and late registration is possible at the venue for the main trail races, subject to a surcharge.

Foulées Etival is a local road race held in Étival-lès-le-Mans, Sarthe, France, typically in October. The event offers two races: a 5 km run in the morning and a 10 km run later the same morning. This setup allows participants to choose between a short, fast race or a longer distance. The course consists of a single, very runnable loop, making it straightforward for new participants and attractive for those aiming for a fast finish time. It is an established event on the Sarthe running calendar, still attracting a few hundred runners, with one recent edition seeing 413 participants.

Trail 112 is an 11.2 km semi-night urban trail held at the 24 Hours of Le Mans site. Runners begin at 7:00 PM on the Bugatti circuit. The event is connected to the national firefighters' congress, drawing a diverse field of local runners, club athletes, firefighters, and visitors attending the congress in Le Mans. While some sources list the race at 10 km, the official course is 11.2 km, aligning with the emergency number in the race's name. The course begins with a lap of the Bugatti circuit before heading through Tribune 32 and onto service roads typically used by race officials. The turnaround point is at the chapel, after which the route passes through the DUNLOP area and several tunnels towards Houx. A final climb awaits at the OFFROAD butte. Fields typically number around 5,000 participants, with all profits benefiting the Oeuvre des Pupilles, a charity supporting children and families of firefighters.

The Allure Challenge is a road running event held in Luisant, Eure-et-Loir, Centre-Val de Loire. Participants can select from three race distances: 5 km, 10 km, or the 21.1 km half marathon, accommodating various running preferences. The event is in its third year and is organized in conjunction with the City of Luisant and the Eure-et-Loir department. Online registration is managed by PRO TIMING. A distinct process is available for clubs, companies, and groups requiring bulk entries and a single payment.

The 10 km de La Flèche is a road race held at the Complexe de la Monnerie / Plage in La Flèche, Sarthe, France. Taking place in mid-October, it features two distances: a 5 km race and a 10 km race. The event is organized by Athlétisme Sarthe et Loir 72 under the names e-Logica 5Km and e-Logica 10Km. The course follows a path around Monnerie lake, with water present throughout the run. Recent editions have seen strong local participation, with over 500 finishers in the 5 km and more than 1,000 in the 10 km, setting new records. The race maintains a club-friendly atmosphere while attracting runners, timekeepers, and spectators to the lakeside venue. Its slogan, “Run like an Arrow!”, references the town’s name, La Flèche, meaning “the arrow” in French.

The LA'titude race and hike circles the seven villages of Loire-Authion, close to Angers in Maine-et-Loire. Each year, participants explore a different part of the commune. Held in October, the event combines trail running, walking, nature trails, and some town sections. The primary running options are LA Sportive (18 km) and LA Rythmée (10 km). For walkers, there are 16 km, 11 km, and 3 km routes. The short family route ensures the event is open to more than just dedicated runners, appealing to hikers and families as much as to those seeking a challenge. The running courses traverse paths between the Loire and Authion rivers. The scenery changes from village outskirts to riverbanks and open country paths. The hiking routes focus on exploration, featuring canals, riverside wildlife, bridges, small harbors, and paths along the Loire. Hikers are given a booklet highlighting points of interest. Loire-Authion, with the Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou athletics club, organizes the event. Previous events have taken place in locations like Andard, La Daguenière, La Bohalle, and around Saint-Mathurin, attracting around 700 runners and over 400 hikers. A morning village offering activities, affordable on-site hiking registration, and free supervised childcare for ages 3 to 12 contribute to the local community atmosphere, distinguishing it from a purely competitive event.

Les Foulées Ludois is a Sunday in October running event in Le Lude, organized by the local association Courir au Lude. The main program begins in front of the town hall with two timed road races: a 9.5 km option and a 19 km option. Later, a free, untimed 1 km race for children aged 8 to 12 and a 5 km race-walk linked to Octobre Rose follow. The route uses the town center and the paths of the Château du Lude park, offering runners streets and park trails instead of a simple out-and-back road course. The event is small but growing; 130 runners completed the two main races last year, and organizers anticipate around 240 for the upcoming edition. The Octobre Rose race-walk attracts a wider audience, with hundreds registered, pink bandanas for the first 400 participants, and all entry fees or donations directed to the Ruban Rose association.

The Halloween Run begins after dark at Fort de Montbre in Taissy, located in France's Marne department. Participants can enter the fort starting at 6 PM on Halloween and the following evening. This is a horror-themed chase race, not a standard road run. Demonic clowns, haunted dolls, and shadow creatures are positioned along the course. The objective is to run, hide, and attempt to escape. This marks the first edition of the race, with the fort setting serving as the primary attraction. Practical arrangements are provided for participants, including parking, a cloakroom, and a refreshment station. Thousands of reviews are available on the event page.

The Halloween Run takes place in Lassay-les-Châteaux, Mayenne, on October 31. This festive, non-competitive event is organized by the association Le son de vie and does not record finishing times. The route is approximately 8 km, though the distance may vary, and participants have 1 hour 30 minutes to finish. Starts are divided into waves, with a maximum of 200 people per wave. Costumes are required, and headlamps are necessary as the run occurs after dark. The course has led participants through streets, a garage, and a castle, contributing to a Halloween night outing atmosphere rather than a typical road race. Past participants have worn costumes such as vampires, butchers, and killers, and one edition saw 450 runners participate across three starts.