5 km and 10 km of the Canal Saint-Martin 2026

Looking for a race with as much meaning as style? The 5 km and 10 km of the Canal Saint-Martin is Paris canal-side, a festive atmosphere, and above all a charity event where every stride also counts for a good cause ❤️.

The start is at TEP Agnès Tirop, and very quickly you run along the Canal Saint-Martin: bridges, reflections, barges, and that little Parisian movie vibe that makes you want to stretch your smile rather than your grimace ✨.

You choose your format: 5 km to enjoy yourself without overthinking it, or 10 km to challenge yourself while taking in the scenery. Here, no need to be a machine: it’s an intergenerational race, designed for living together, solidarity and the fight against discrimination, with a fundraiser benefiting Un Défi de Taille to support the fight against a rare disease 🤝.

My local guide tip: arrive a bit early, scout out the quays, and save your eyes for the scenery, not just the stopwatch. On this route, you “channel” your energy… and you share it! 😄

After the effort, stick around: go wander around the Bassin de la Villette, cross the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont for a real breath of greenery, or head down toward République for that Paris vibe. And if you want the postcard version, go as far as the Marais for a stroll as a couple or with your crew—perfect for extending the day in relax mode 🗺️.