Sports events Picardie

A hike that mixes both body and mind. In the heart of nature (in Effry for the 2016 edition), the games of address and reflection are multiplying in a good atmosphere. The map of the Legend of the Thiérache in hand, discover beautiful landscapes and take the time to observe the fauna and flora. On the floor of the cows or on water in canoe, the day will be completed. A puzzle to solve, a physical effort, the pleasure of being with friends or family because it is a team race, many lots to win, this is a beautiful idea of exit to renew every year.

This is a very special race, at once a leap into the past on a World War I site, an obstacle course and a slightly crazy challenge on Great War sites such as the Montigny quarries! This race includes more than fifty obstacles spread over 11 kilometres. You will have to crawl, slide, climb, cross a river, carry, face mud and clay... For those accompanying you or for the less courageous, historical re-enactments, hikes and guided tours are organised.

Another way to discover the Thiérache! The Vervins Orientation Club offers you a national orientation race open every April 2 and 3, 2016. Close to 1000 runners are expected. While national competitors are face, you can take advantage of the course in more quiet fashion. There will even be a circuit dedicated to handisport. The goal of competition is, of course, to bring the region into value. The tourist office is also associated with the event with proposed accommodation solutions and the suggestion of tourist sites. The promotion of local products will be ensured by Flavour and Land. Cider and maroilles will then be part of the game to recover! An initiative to support.

Every summer, the Grand Maris Park hosts the "Sportez-vous bien!" event, open to all and whose aim is to promote the practice of sports. Several sports are on the program: minigolf, archery, climbing or beach tennis. As for aquatic activities, you can try your hand at kayaking or paddling along the Somme. All these activities are completely free of charge. An excellent alternative for those who are not lucky enough to go on holiday or for those who wish to try a sport. The craze is so great that some sports clubs are seeing an increase in registration requests following the event. Is there a new vocation waiting for you?

On April 15, 2018, the Foulées printanières de Harly will liven up the streets of the commune from early morning. Following the success of previous years, the event will indeed be held again, to the delight of amateur and keen runners alike. The program includes several races: 450 m, 1,200 m, 2,300 m and 3,200 m for budding athletes, and 5 km and 10 km for long-legged runners, all on roads and in a natural park... Fun guaranteed! So choose the event that's right for you and get set... Ready? Get set!

Price: €7.50 for5 km and 10 km (or €8.50 on site); children's races are free.

Distance: 450 m, 1,200 m, 2,300 m and 3,200 m for children, 5 km and 10 km for adults.

Difficulty: easy to medium.

Meeting point: see organizers.

Other practical information: all non-licensed participants must have a medical certificate stating that they are not contraindicated in competitive running.

At the beginning of April, for a day, the municipality of Château-Thierry animates the rhythm of the semi marathon and 10 km of the Fables, a popular sporting event with several walking events. Depending on your tastes, your level and your motivation, choose between 21 km, 10 km, 5 km of race, and why not even 10 km walk. Young athletes will be offered two challenges adapted to their age. So put the trainers together and be among the many participants expected this year again! And above all remember: regardless of the final ranking, the important thing is to participate!

Tariff: 10 € for the semi marathon; € 5 for the 5 km, 10 km race and 10 km walk; free child tests. 5 € increase on site.

Distance: 5 km, 10 km (race or walking), and 21 km.

Difficulty: easy to average.

Rendez-vous: see the organizers.

Other practical information: any non-licensee shall have a medical certificate indicating the absence of a contraindication to the practice of the race on foot.

In partnership with the city of Amiens, Chemins en Somme organizes every year a hike to discover the main attractions of the city, enjoy the illuminations and the Christmas village with its 130 chalets. An excellent way to discover the city in a different way. As the pace is free, the departure is at a specific point but within a wide time range. The route even passes inside the cathedral! An ecocup and a snack are offered to all participants, accompanied by mulled wine of course! The route ends with the Chroma show.

Every year there is an influx at the Hippodrome d'Amiens, often renamed "le Petit Vincennes de Picardie"! Classified as a Regional Pole, the Hippodrome can therefore welcome races of national and international scale. This is the case of the Grand Prix National du Trot d'Amiens Métropole. This event enjoys a great popular success, which is particularly popular among the headliners. Every year, spectators see the big names in the field while benefiting from a structure where it is possible to eat and spend an exceptional day.

The Jules Verne has become the flagship event for all joggers (Sunday or more experienced) and enjoys great popularity. The race is open and accessible to all and offers courses in the city centre. The atmosphere is always guaranteed. The roads are blocked for the occasion and the town fills up with running enthusiasts for a day. A mixed 5 km or 10 km men and women are waiting for you. These last distances are qualifying for the French championships, so you will be able to compete with very good athletes. Even children can try their hand at a 1 km course with "La Petite Jules Verne". Everyone has his own challenge!

The fist ball is THE traditional Picardy sport. Practiced for more than 200 years in the region, this palm game pits two teams of 6 players against each other (5 for indoor practice). The rules will be explained to you during the game, sometimes even in picard! The goal is to land the ball (weighing a mere 500 g) in the opponent's camp, or better yet, to bounce it over the baseline. It's a mixture of a win-win game, with a fake volleyball air and a score close to tennis! You don't understand everything immediately... but it's a typical sport to discover, played in the Somme department by 800 licensees all the same!