Races Marathon · Albi, France
Albi Marathon
Albi Marathon is a flat marathon in Albi, France, held each April. The race leaves the city centre past the cathedral, then runs out and back along the Tarn valley through Saint-Juéry. The organiser describes a small amount of climbing, with altitude between 178 and 184 m. April in Albi is mild with some showers, with race-day temperatures of 8 to 17°C. Flat courses like Albi's reward metronomic pacing — the danger is going out faster than goal pace because it feels cheap early.
Page rebuilt 2026-11-14 · race facts not independently verified — confirm dates and entries on the official race site
When
April
every year
Course
flat
Marathon
Conditions
April in Albi is mild with some showers, with race-day temperatures of 8 to 17°C.
Racing this course well
The race leaves the city centre past the cathedral, then runs out and back along the Tarn valley through Saint-Juéry. The organiser describes a small amount of climbing, with altitude between 178 and 184 m.
Flat courses like Albi's reward metronomic pacing — the danger is going out faster than goal pace because it feels cheap early.
Getting a place
- How you get in
- Open entry: first come, first served
- Entries open
- Entries are online only through Klikego, and the 2027 opening date was not published
Official Albi Marathon site →Checked November 2026
Race day
- Start time
- 08:45
- Also on the day
- half-marathon, 10k
The course in numbers
The route passes through two tunnels in each direction, of about 900 m and 350 m, and starts and finishes at the municipal stadium.
- Layout
- Out-and-back
Worth knowing
- Non-licensed runners must present a Parcours Prévention Santé in place of a medical certificate.
Pick your goal for Albi
Pace charts, weekly structure and timelines for the most common marathon goals:
We don’t hold a confirmed date for this edition, so any countdown comes from the date you enter here.
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Asked often
- When is the Albi Marathon?
- It is held each April in Albi, France. Check the official Albi Marathon site for the exact date and entry windows.
- Is the Albi Marathon course flat?
- The race leaves the city centre past the cathedral, then runs out and back along the Tarn valley through Saint-Juéry. The organiser describes a small amount of climbing, with altitude between 178 and 184 m.
- How do I enter the Albi Marathon?
- Open entry: first come, first served. Entries are online only through Klikego, and the 2027 opening date was not published.
- How should I train for the Albi Marathon?
- Match your preparation to Albi Marathon's profile and the April weather, then protect consistency — with RunV Premium you can adapt your plan to fit your week, so one bad week never derails the block.
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