Since its inception in 1991, "The Gendarmes and the Thieves of Time" has been deeply rooted in collaboration between law enforcement and community supporters. Initially organized by the National Gendarmerie until 2006, the race underwent a rebranding from “Foulées de la Gendarmerie” to its current title "Les Gendarmes et les Voleurs de Temps" in the year 2000. Since then, an association dedicated specifically to this event has taken over the organization while maintaining strong ties with the Gendarmerie. The National Gendarmerie continues to play a pivotal role as a key partner, providing support from various units such as the Departmental Gendarmerie Group of Haute-Vienne and the Mobile Gendarmerie IV/2 group. The event also benefits from assistance provided by cadets at the Tulle Military School, the diffusion service within the Gendarmerie, and the multimedia production center in Limoges. This collaborative effort ensures that participants are immersed not only in a challenging race but also in an environment rich with camaraderie and community spirit. The race course winds through picturesque landscapes of Haute-Vienne, offering runners stunning views and a unique blend of terrain. As part of this annual tradition, the event celebrates both athleticism and public service, fostering connections between local communities and law enforcement agencies. Participants can look forward to an engaging experience that goes beyond running, embracing the spirit of teamwork and community support that defines "The Gendarmes and the Thieves of Time."
Races offered
16May
5km DUO MIXTE
Running
Distance
5K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Benjamins 1.200km 2027
Running
Distance
1.2K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Grand Défi 20km et 32km 2027
Running
Distance
20K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Petit Défi 20km et 32km 2027
Running
Distance
20K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Poussins 800m 2027
Running
Distance
0.8K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Relais Parent-enfant 2027
Running
Distance
Relais Parent-enfant 2027
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Trail Les Voleurs de Temps 32km 2027
Running
Distance
32K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Trail decouverte 10km 2027
Running
Distance
10K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
16May
Trail des Hureaux 20km 2027
Running
Distance
20K
Countdown
206 days
Entry fee
N/A
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for May in Ambazac.
Temperature9.2° / 17.9°
Feels like6.7° / 15.3°
Sunshine hours10h 12m
Rainfall3.7 mm
Snowfall—
Wind11.1 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity77.3%
Max UV indexModerate (4.2)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise06:21
Sunset21:19
About Ambazac
Learn more about the host city, Ambazac.
Ambazac is a commune in the Haute-Vienne department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in western France.