🏃 Paris Marathon 2026
One of the world's six World Marathon Majors, 50,000 runners through central Paris.
The Schneider Electric Paris Marathon is one of the six prestigious World Marathon Majors, drawing over 50,000 runners from 160+ countries through the most iconic streets of Paris, from the Arc de Triomphe to the Bois de Vincennes. For coaches working with amateur or competitive runners, it's a key goal-race on any annual training calendar.
Highlights
- 50,000+ runners from 160+ countries
- World Marathon Major status, counts toward the Six Star medal
- Iconic route: Champs-Élysées → Bois de Boulogne → Bois de Vincennes
Für wen?
Competitive and amateur runners chasing a World Marathon Major. Running coaches whose clients are targeting Paris. Brands in running gear, nutrition, and sports medicine.
Wie teilnehmen
Register via the official website, spots fill months in advance. Ballot-based entry opens typically in September for the following year. Qualifying time entries also available.
Praktische Infos
Start/finish area near the Champs-Élysées. Race Expo at Paris Le Bourget the days before (bib collection required). Major transport lines run early on race day. Book hotels 6+ months ahead.
If you work with runners, Paris Marathon is the main French spring target. A must-add to every running coach's calendar.