calendar_today 28 Mar, 2026 – 29 Mar, 2026
directions_run Running
language Official Website
sell €7.80 – €19.20
Mark your calendars for the 5th Edition of the Nordic Vichy Allier Tour (Nordic VAT), a premier celebration of Nordic walking taking place on March 28 and 29, 2026. Based at the Centre Socio Culturel in Abrest, this event masterfully combines sport, health, and solidarity within a breathtaking natural setting. The weekend is designed to be fully immersive, beginning on Saturday afternoon with a guided cultural tour of Vichy before transitioning into a high-energy athletic gathering. Whether you are a local walker or traveling from afar, the Nordic VAT offers a professional yet convivial atmosphere that showcases the very best of the Allier region.
The athletic program kicks off on Saturday evening at 8:30 PM with a captivating 10 km Semi-Nocturnal walk. Participants will discover the banks of the Allier river "by night," concluding their journey with a warm, traditional soup at the finish line. The challenge intensifies on Sunday morning with three meticulously charted circuits: the 22 km Red Circuit, the 15.5 km Yellow Circuit, and the 8 km Blue Circuit. These routes are fully secured, signposted, and equipped with refreshment stations (except for the 8km), leading walkers through the rugged and scenic trails of Abrest and its neighboring communes. For those new to the sport, a dedicated initiation session is also available on Sunday at 9:35 AM.
The Nordic VAT is a race with a mission, proudly supporting the association "Un Pas Pour Mille Pas" and the Épanouî center in Saint-Yorre, which provides a nurturing environment for children with autism. Participants can enjoy comprehensive hospitality packages, including full-board stays at the Centre International de Séjour (CIS) de Vichy and a hot catered meal on Sunday to celebrate the event's completion. With competitive registration fees starting at €7.80 and special rates for young walkers under 25, the event is accessible to all. Secure your bib today via Klikego—the mandatory online payment platform—and prepare for a weekend where every stride supports a cleaner planet and a stronger community.
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
20:30
€10.00
Mar 29, 2026
Distance — 22K
Type — Running
08:30
€19.20
Mar 29, 2026
Distance — 15.5K
Type — Running
09:30
€15.20
Mar 29, 2026
Distance — 7K
Type — Running
10:30
€7.80
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Abrest.
Abrest is a commune in the Allier department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France.
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