Launched in 2024, the Foulées du Cortex event brings together sportsmen and women and non-athletes around the same cause: research into the brain and related pathologies. Let's work together to advance brain research!
Every year, Les Foulées du cortex, Paris Brain Institute online challenge, brings together all those who wish to support the Institute and its research through a fun physical and/or sporting activity. Whether it's a run, a walk in town or in the forest, a trek, a hike, a gardening session... all the kilometres covered are converted into donations for Paris Brain Institute.
The Foulées du cortex, how does it work?
The Foulées du Cortex takes place over a period of around ten days and brings together all those, sports enthusiasts or not, who want to support Paris Brain Institute through a challenge linked to physical activity and sport.
The principle is simple: every kilometre you walk, run or do something else equals €1 donated to brain research. Whether you're an experienced sportsman, a weekend warrior or just enjoy a good walk, everyone can take part!
1 km walked = €1 for brain research
As the event's main partner, Crédit Mutuel Nord Europe is backing us by financing 35,000 km.
Why take part in the Foulées du cortex?
By taking part in the Foulées du Cortex, you are actively helping to support research into brain diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, strokes, brain tumours, epilepsy, depression and many others.
Brain research is paving the way for significant medical advances. Understanding the underlying neurological mechanisms makes it possible to develop targeted therapies, provide better care for sufferers and bring new drugs to market. Research can not only improve symptom management, but also offer real possibilities for cure or prevention.
Together, you can give impetus to the research carried out at Paris Brain Institute and actively support the efforts of its scientists.
To take part in the Foulées du Cortex and join all those who are working for Paris Brain Institute, it couldn't be easier:
- Register at
- Let us guide you
- Get moving!
How can I take part in the Foulées du cortex as a company?
Are you a company looking to mobilise your employees and contribute to progress in brain research by forming a team ready to take up the challenge? Register your company and support the scientists at Paris Brain Institute by converting the number of kilometres covered into euros donated to advance research into brain diseases.
To download the corporate brochure, click here.
Contact us at the following address: foulees.entreprises@icm-institute.org
Les foulées du Cortex was designated a Great National Cause in 2024.
