Sports enthusiasts or just looking for fun? Join us on Sunday, May 24th in Charlemont for a festive and quirky race, « Fête les zouaves », filled with mud, foam, and fun! A great opportunity to spend quality time with family or friends!
The former commando training center will open its doors for a fun day with two race options: a 2 km course (race or walk format), suitable for all ages and families, and a 5 km fun and festive race. Dress-up is encouraged!
This year, Charlemont is partnering with the Club Cinotehnique from Givet to offer the Frappadog 5km in the morning, allowing you to experience the adventure with your four-legged companion. On the Zouaves side: this race, featuring foam, straw, mud, colored powder, and music, will be a wonderful chance to have fun while getting a good dose of fresh air. And at the finish line, local breweries await you!
Ready to go zouave?
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Average duration Activities and animations until 6 PM
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Languages spoken French, English
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Difficulty Suitable for all
From 16.04.2027 to 07.11.2027
- 2km (from 7 years old): £5
- 2km group format (5 people) (from 7 years old): £20
- 5km (from 16 years old): £12
- 5km walk: £5
- Le galopin: a 2 km race for all, available in a team of 5.
- Le demi: 5km of fun and festivities
- Walking: 5km on the Demi course
Celebrate the Zouaves, a fun and festive race, in Charlemont (Givet-Ardennes), on Sunday, May 24, 2026
- A sporting experience in a historic setting
- A choice of formats for all levels
- Ideal activity for sports enthusiasts and adventure seekers
Charlemont
Protected as a Monument Historique since 1927, Charlemont is a privileged witness to history.
Built to defend the empire of Charles V, the stronghold was subsequently coveted and besieged by all the great powers of Europe until 1914.
Today, it's up to you, the visitor, to climb the citadel and discover Charlemont's natural and historical heritage.
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