Every year, Les Foulées du Gois turn the tidal causeway of the Passage du Gois into a one-of-a-kind running arena where athletes literally race the sea. The 2026 programme on 20 June includes Course 1 Enfants 900 m, Course 3 Jeunes 2400 m, Course 2 Marée Descendante 8000 m, Course 4 Pop Hommes 8000 m, Course 6 Pop Femmes 8000 m, Course 5 Sport Adapté 8000 m, and the headline Course 7 Marée Montante (course des As) 4.1 km against the rising tide. Most races start and finish on the Beauvoir-sur-Mer side with an out-and-back over the 4.15 km Gois causeway, while the elite tide race sets off from Barbâtre on Noirmoutier and finishes on the mainland as water begins to cover the road. The terrain is flat, paved and fully exposed, crossing a submersible road between sea and mudflats, which makes footing, wind and the timing of the tide just as important as speed. With around 2,000 runners, 250 volunteers and a festival atmosphere built around this fragile stretch of coast, Les Foulées du Gois remain one of Europe’s most unusual and spectacular road-running events.
Race
At 16:25, the Course 5 Sport Adapté (8 km) offers an inclusive 8 km experience over the Passage du Gois from Beauvoir-sur-Mer, a flat out-and-back event specifically for athletes in adapted sport categories, highlighting the race’s strong accessibility and community focus.
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FAQs
What is the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
How long is the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
Where does the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
How can I prepare for the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
At 16:25, the Course 5 Sport Adapté (8 km) offers an inclusive 8 km experience over the Passage du Gois from Beauvoir-sur-Mer, a flat out-and-back event specifically for athletes in adapted sport categories, highlighting the race’s strong accessibility and community focus.
The Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km is 8km long.
The Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km takes place in Vendée, France.
Runna classifies the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
At 16:25, the Course 5 Sport Adapté (8 km) offers an inclusive 8 km experience over the Passage du Gois from Beauvoir-sur-Mer, a flat out-and-back event specifically for athletes in adapted sport categories, highlighting the race’s strong accessibility and community focus.
How long is the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
The Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km is 8km long.
Where does the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km take place?
The Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km takes place in Vendée, France.
What is the elevation gain of the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
Runna classifies the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Les foulées du Gois en Vendée Sport Adapté 8 km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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