Course du Pioc
Trail running in the Landes forest in Laluque
2026
About Course du Pioc
Course du Pioc — edition 2026
Course du Pioc 2026
The 2026 edition of the Course du Pioc returns in June to Laluque with slightly adjusted distances: 16.3 km trail, 8.4 km trail, and 7 km walk, all starting at 9 AM. The courses continue to offer 90% immersion in the forest on the trails of Laluque.
Programme Course du Pioc 2026
Sunday, June 21, 2026 in Laluque
- Bib collection — at the race village, before the starts
- 9:00 AM — Start of the 16.3 km trail run: main course in the heart of the Landes forest, largely composed of single tracks and forest paths
- 9:00 AM — Start of the 8.4 km trail run: shorter course on the same forest paths, accessible to a wide range of runners
- 9:00 AM — Start of the 7 km walk: untimed option to discover the Laluque forest at a walking pace
- 11:30 AM — Awards ceremony
Food and refreshment stand on site, toilets at the multi-purpose hall and showers at the stadium. Timing provided by Pyrénées Chrono.
Prices Course du Pioc 2026
Course du Pioc — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held on 21 June 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Course du Pioc
Practical Information — Course du Pioc
Access
By car: Laluque is located 20 km southwest of Mont-de-Marsan and 30 km northeast of Dax, accessible via the D824. Follow signs to the village center on race day. Free parking at the race start, near the village hall.
By transport: Mont-de-Marsan station (20 km) or Dax station (30 km). No direct public transport to Laluque, carpooling is recommended.
Start Location
The start and finish are located in the center of Laluque, near the communal village hall. The reception area includes changing rooms, restrooms, and the registration point. A convivial space is set up for after the race with refreshments and food.
Schedule
- Registration and bib collection: from 8:30 AM at the race village
- 16 km Trail start: 9:30 AM
- 9 km Trail start: 9:40 AM
- 7 km Walk start: 9:45 AM
- Award ceremony: upon arrival of the last runners
Prices
- 16 km Trail: approximately 10-12 EUR (bib, refreshments, timing)
- 9 km Trail: approximately 8-10 EUR
- 7 km Walk: approximately 5 EUR
Registration
Online registration at www.le-sportif.com. On-site registration possible on race day from 8:30 AM, subject to availability. Medical certificate less than one year old or valid federation license required.
Equipment and Course
Trail or running shoes with good grip recommended for forest trails (sand, pine needles, roots, earth). As the courses are 90% forest paths and single tracks, the terrain is varied and requires particular attention. Bring a personal water bottle, even though aid stations are available on the courses.
Aid Stations and Timing
Aid stations with water and dried fruit are located along the trail courses. Official timing is provided by Pyrénées Chrono, ensuring accurate results and real-time rankings available after the race.
Contact
Lous Pecs de Laluque
Jean-Luc Hourcade
Tel: 06 80 82 18 08
Email: [email protected]
11 rue de la Palombière, 40465 Laluque
The Course du Pioc: Trail running in the heart of the Landes forest
The Course du Pioc is a trail race that has earned a strong reputation among nature running enthusiasts in the Landes. Organized every year in June by the association Lous Pecs de Laluque, this competition invites runners to immerse themselves in the Landes forest on technical and varied courses.
Courses in the heart of the forest
The unique feature of the Course du Pioc lies in the quality of its routes, which are 90% forest paths and trails. The courses offer total immersion in the maritime pine forest and include:
- 16 km Trail: the main, technical, and demanding course, which uses single tracks, forest paths, and sandy sections. This trail crosses various sectors of the Laluque forest, between pine groves, deciduous areas, and clearings.
- 9 km Trail: a discovery course accessible to runners of all levels, ideal for getting started in trail running under real conditions on forest trails.
- 7 km Walk: a walking option for non-runners who wish to enjoy the exceptional natural setting of the Landes forest.
Laluque: a village in the heart of the forest massif
Laluque is a commune located in the heart of the Landes de Gascogne forest massif, between Mont-de-Marsan and Dax. Its territory, largely covered by maritime pine forest, offers an ideal playground for trail running. The trails that crisscross the communal forest feature a variety of terrains — sand, pine needles, compacted earth, roots — which constitutes a technical challenge appreciated by runners.
The Pioc: mascot and identity
The "Pioc" is the local name given to the owl or eagle-owl in the Landes dialect, a nocturnal bird omnipresent in the Laluque forest. This choice of name anchors the race in the Landes terroir and symbolizes the wildlife that populates this forest crossed by the runners.
Lous Pecs de Laluque: the spirit of association
The association Lous Pecs de Laluque organizes the Course du Pioc with a spirit of volunteerism and conviviality. The event benefits from professional timing provided by Pyrénées Chrono, ensuring reliable results. The warm welcome from volunteers and the relaxed atmosphere make this race a popular event beyond its sporting dimension.
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