Saint-Philbert-de-Grand-Lieu周辺の10Kレース

Foulées Viikings is a running series in Indre, Loire-Atlantique, organized by Association VIIKINGS and centered on a Viking theme. It offers two nature-course races: MIDGARD, a 5 km event, and ASGARD, a 10 km race for more experienced participants, described in the event’s “warrior” terminology. Registration is handled online, and the races use electronic chip timing. The routes are characterized as varied, pleasant, and bucolic, suggesting a countryside setting rather than an urban one. The event fosters a sense of community and local engagement, with a portion of proceeds supporting a cause. For those not running, guided walks of 7 km or 10 km are available. A notable feature of these walks is a boat crossing on the Loire, referred to as the “drakkar,” before proceeding towards La Montagne and Bouguenais.

Les Foulées Hilairoises is a running event set in nature in Saint-Hilaire-de-Clisson, Loire-Atlantique, using the football stadium as its starting point. The APEL parents' association of the private Saint-Joseph school organizes it, with a program designed for local families and adult runners alike. Adult participants can select a 10 km race, open to those 16 and older, or a 20 km race for runners 18 and up, with the 20 km beginning earlier in the morning. Three children's races are also part of the event. The organization includes online registration and electronic chip timing, giving it the practical character of a well-organized community race.

The Semi-Marathon & 10Km de Saint Jean de Monts is a road race in Saint-Jean-de-Monts, on France's Vendée coast. It offers two distances: a 21.1 km half marathon and a 10 km. The event takes place in October, with registration typically opening in early July. The 10 km is open to runners from the cadet category upwards, and the half marathon is for juniors and older. This allows younger runners to participate in the shorter race. The race is organized by Club Saint Jean de Monts Vendée Triathlon Athlétisme. Although it is a relatively new event, its planned participation grew rapidly from 1,500 runners in the first edition to 3,000 in the second. Licensed FFA athletes must present their current license. Non-licensed runners need to submit a health certificate (PPS) dated within the last three months. Underage runners in the 10 km also require parental consent.

Les Foulées Siffait is an October trail-running event held in Le Cellier, Loire-Atlantique, starting and finishing at the sports complex on rue de Langförden. La Grande Vadrouille organizes this event as part of Pink October, with each adult registration prompting a donation to breast cancer awareness and research. The event features three primary distances: a race under 10 km, a race of approximately 15 km, and a 30 km format. The route incorporates viewpoints along the Loire River, passes by historic monuments, includes single-track trail sections, and features climbs, positioning it as a local trail day rather than a flat road race. The 30 km course is divided into three distinct loops, with time cutoffs and final rankings determined solely on the last loop. Bib numbers are capped, and two children's races are available for ages 7 to 12, with all proceeds from children's entries donated to the League Against Cancer.

La Virée des Puces is a road race held in Saint-Christophe-du-Ligneron, a town in the Vendée region situated between La Roche-sur-Yon and Challans. Participants can choose from three distances: a semi-marathon, a 10 km, and a 5 km. The 10 km and semi-marathon events hold regional status. The race takes place in autumn, organized by L’ALCSL Section Athlétisme, with Anne-Marie Charrier serving as race director. The 10 km race begins first and is the sole event in the series that accommodates handisport athletes and joëlette teams. The semi-marathon is scheduled for later in the morning. The 5 km offers a shorter route for those preferring the same town-road environment without the full semi-marathon length. Timing utilizes chip bibs, with bib collection available at the sports hall on the morning of the race. The total number of participants is limited to 1,800 across all three races.

The Raidlight Vendée Trail takes place in Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez on the Vendée coast of western France, typically in early November. This event is a series of trail races, not a single competition, offering multiple distances. Participants can select from a short night run to an ultra-distance course. A common element across all races is the transition from daylight to darkness; runners start in the light and finish after sunset, making headlamps and pacing as crucial as outright speed. The courses traverse coastal and natural landscapes near Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez. Distances offered are approximately 10 km, 20 km, 42 km, and 72 km. The longest route features around 730 metres of elevation gain, and the marathon-equivalent race includes about 490 metres of ascent. Certain years also feature shorter day and night races, a combined event, and races for children. Popularity can be high; one 45 km race sold out over a month in advance, was briefly reopened, and ultimately reached its limit of 180 participants.

The Musca'day Trail is a Sunday-morning race held in the Nantes vineyard, organized by Sud Loire Raid Aventure. Participants can select from at least two distances, 10 km and 23 km, catering to those seeking a shorter off-road challenge and those desiring a longer run through wine country. The race embraces its Muscadet setting post-finish: recovery includes soup, local Muscadet wine, oysters, and a visit from osteopathy students from IdHEO offering care. Now in its tenth edition, the organizers maintain a community atmosphere by publishing race photos in batches and sharing results via Espace Compétition.

DIVA'TRAIL Nocturne à La Varenne is an evening trail run held at the Salle des Hautes Cartelles in La Varenne, Maine-et-Loire. Organized by the Comité des Fêtes de La Varenne as a Trail Off, it operates outside federation rules, meaning no official ranking by speed or time. Participants in the 10 km, 15 km, and 20 km routes start together at 18:00; a headlamp is required for all. The 10 km route is open to those aged 16 and up, featuring approximately 160 m of elevation gain. The courses begin in front of the Salle des Hautes Cartelles and conclude inside the sports hall, offering a village-hall atmosphere for the night race instead of a large stadium finish. The routes are fully marked, primarily on paths with some paved sections, but lack kilometer markers, requiring runners to pace themselves without regular distance cues. Shorter races for children are held around the hall: 500 m for ages 6 to 8 and 1000 m for ages 9 to 11. Aid stations do not provide disposable cups, so participants must bring their own flask, folding cup, or bottle. Finishers of the three main races receive a hot meal served indoors.

The Trail de la Côte de Jade takes place over a November weekend in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, on France’s Atlantic coast, offering trail races of varying distances. Participants can select routes from 3 km to 41 km, crossing beach sections, paths near fishing huts, and circuits around the Étang des Gâtineaux. The CJAC organizes this event, with starts and finishes located at the Complexe de la Viauderie. The 15 km Noz Trail is the night race, commencing Saturday evening and open to individuals aged 16 and above. Sunday's schedule features both shorter and longer races; the 26 km and 41 km distances are for adults and require a PPS, medical certificate, or race license for registration. Approximately 1,000 runners participate across all events in recent years. Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef is known for its galette, a local specialty, and the event incorporates this tradition. All participants receive a galette, and food available on-site includes fish soup, galette-saucisse, and mulled wine. A draw following the race offers a seafood platter for four as a prize.

Corrida des Achards is a small nature-running event in Les Achards, Vendée, offering 5 km and 10 km races. Both start together from the Antoine Rigaudeau hall on rue Jean Bouin. The main races are mixed; the 5 km is one loop, the 10 km is two loops, and children’s races are held later. The 10 km route follows paths and woods around La Mothe-Achard, alternating between trails, undergrowth, and flatter sections. A local feature includes a passage near the wet areas of Les Achards. Athlétic Club du Pays des Achards organizes the event, which also offers a shorter option for walkers and families.