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Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon
Les Sables d'Olonne, France
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
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Marathons (42.2 km) in Pays de la Loire Region
13 verified events with 46 individual races (5 confirmed dates) in Pays de la Loire Region complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events135 confirmed dates
Competitions46Races & courses
Distances1.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+650 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Nantes Marathon
Nantes, France
April 24, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Eco-FriendlyCity Run+4
Photo: William Murphy from Dublin, Ireland · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningMultisport
Saumur Loire Marathon
Saumur, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km29 km21.1 km10 km+1
CastlesFestive+12
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Mayenne Locks Marathon
Laval, France
September 26, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park
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Marathon Côte de Lumière
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, France
October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
Photo: Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Festicap - Marathon de Guécélard
Guécélard, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km11 km4.25 km
City RunForest+4
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International Love Coast Marathon
La Baule-Escoublac, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Seaside & CoastFestive+8
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Des Marais et des Bosses
Saint-Herblain, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km21 km5 km1.5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon | Les Sables d'Olonne, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Nantes Marathon | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Saumur Loire Marathon | Saumur, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningMultisport | 42.2 km29 km21.1 km10 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2027 | Mayenne Locks Marathon | Laval, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2027 | Marathon Côte de Lumière | Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Festicap - Marathon de Guécélard | Guécélard, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km11 km4.25 km |
| Date to be announced | International Love Coast Marathon | La Baule-Escoublac, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Des Marais et des Bosses | Saint-Herblain, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42 km21 km5 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | La Marath'Yonnaise | La Roche-sur-Yon, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km25 km14 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Eki'Gesnes | Gesnes-le-Gandelin, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 42.2 km25 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Laval Ekiden | Laval, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Ekiden de l'Estuaire | Saint-Nazaire, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Marathons (42.2 km) in Pays de la Loire Region directory, RunningCompass curates 13 events comprising 46 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1.5 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +650 m. Key host locations include Les Sables d'Olonne, Nantes, Saumur, Laval. Notable events in this selection include Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon, Nantes Marathon, Saumur Loire Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in Pays de la Loire Region?
This overview currently includes 13 verified events featuring 46 individual races. Of these, 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 8 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in Pays de la Loire Region?
Races in this selection span distances of 1.5 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +650 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, Multisport.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in Pays de la Loire Region?
Top host locations include Les Sables d'Olonne, Nantes, Saumur, Laval, Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie. Representative events in the catalog include Les Sables-d'Olonne Sand Marathon, Nantes Marathon, Saumur Loire Marathon, Mayenne Locks Marathon. The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Marathons (42.2 km) in Pays de la Loire Region?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 46 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.