Running events Manche

It's one of the best-known races in the department: at the end of August, hundreds of runners gather on the immense beach of Agon-Coutainville, ready to rush across the sand. In addition to the difficulty of running on ground that's not always stable, facing the elements, including the wind, is another challenge! Several races are offered, with distances ranging from 7 to 20 kilometers. Guaranteed atmosphere and professional organization are just some of the advantages that encourage many amateurs to try this unique experience.

A nature race close to the sea, and even partly in the sea! At the end of July, the Run starts in Saint-Vaast and invites you to run 8 km, including the tour of the island of Tatihou. Specificity: the sea rises quickly and, if your feet are dry (or almost) on the way out, it is on the way back that the tidal range makes you run in several tens of centimeters of water. An unusual event that brings together athletes, the curious and enthusiasts.

Every year, the "La Cherbourgeoise" race takes place as part of the "Femmes dans la Ville" festival. The race, which serves as a fitting climax to a week of festivities, is aimed at women, who usually wear pink as a tribute to the fight against cancer. This is only to be expected, since the registration fees for the event are donated to the fight against this disease. The course is relatively short, and there's no competitive spirit here: we celebrate the pleasure of being together!