Races Marathon · Paris, France
Paris Marathon
Paris Marathon is a rolling marathon in Paris, France, held each April. Champs-Elysees start, two long park sections and gentle undulation throughout — plus cobbled stretches. April in Paris is mild, around 8-16C. With Paris Marathon's constant undulation, pace by effort rather than the watch: even effort beats even splits here.
Last updated 2026-07-03 · confirm dates & entries on the official race site
When
April
every year
Course
rolling
Marathon
Conditions
April in Paris is mild, around 8-16C.
Racing this course well
Champs-Elysees start, two long park sections and gentle undulation throughout — plus cobbled stretches.
With Paris Marathon's constant undulation, pace by effort rather than the watch: even effort beats even splits here.
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Asked often
- When is the Paris Marathon?
- It is held each April in Paris, France. Check the official Paris Marathon site for the exact date and entry windows.
- Is the Paris Marathon course flat?
- Champs-Elysees start, two long park sections and gentle undulation throughout — plus cobbled stretches.
- How should I train for the Paris Marathon?
- Train specifically for Paris — terrain, conditions, goal pace — and let the plan flex around real life. That's exactly what RunV's engine does after every run you log.
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