Running tourism is booming and nowhere more so than in France where a 24km race around Nîmes doubles as a surreal, whistlestop sightseeing tour Running tourism is booming and nowhere more so than in France where a 24km race around Nîmes doubles as a surreal, whistlestop sightseeing tour The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more . The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy