Marathon International du Beaujolais
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The International Marathon of Beaujolais
The Marathon International du Beaujolais is a multi-day sporting event held in the Beaujolais region of France. The event combines athletic performance with local culture and social engagement. For its 2026 edition, the organizers emphasize a commitment to environmental responsibility and solidary actions through the Beaujolais Marathon Foundation, which contributes to cancer research.
Participants can choose from several different running and walking formats:
- Marathon
- Semi-Marathon
- 13 km du Rhône
- Trails (including 13 km and 21 km distances)
- Family Marathon
- Rando Solidaire (solidarity walks)
The event has an international character, regularly hosting runners from nearly 100 different nationalities. Beyond the races, the program includes various social gatherings, such as an official presentation evening and a Sunday meal. The official shop and race village are located at the Parc Expo in Villefranche-sur-Saône. To promote sustainable transport, participants are encouraged to reach the event using the TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes regional train network. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
