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Avignon Marathon
Avignon, France
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+3
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Marathons (42.2 km) in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region
6 verified events with 24 individual races (4 confirmed dates) in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events64 confirmed dates
Competitions24Races & courses
Distances5.7 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+912 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Marathon Var Provence Verte
Brignoles, France
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km26 km21.1 km15 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+10
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Salon-de-Provence Marathon
Salon-de-Provence, France
October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5.7 km
City RunCharity Run+4
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Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes Marathon
Nice, France
November 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km20 km
Point-to-PointSeaside & Coast+5
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International Gulf of Saint-Tropez Marathon
Sainte-Maxime, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km18 km10 km
Seaside & CoastKids & Youth Races+4
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Ekiden de Marseille
Marseille, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2027 | Avignon Marathon | Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Marathon Var Provence Verte | Brignoles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 42.2 km26 km21.1 km15 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2027 | Salon-de-Provence Marathon | Salon-de-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5.7 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2027 | Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes Marathon | Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km20 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | International Gulf of Saint-Tropez Marathon | Sainte-Maxime, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km18 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Ekiden de Marseille | Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, 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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region directory, RunningCompass curates 6 events comprising 24 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5.7 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +912 m. Key host locations include Avignon, Brignoles, Salon-de-Provence, Nice. Notable events in this selection include Avignon Marathon, Marathon Var Provence Verte, Salon-de-Provence Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region?
This overview currently includes 6 verified events featuring 24 individual races. Of these, 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 2 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region?
Races in this selection span distances of 5.7 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +912 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region?
Top host locations include Avignon, Brignoles, Salon-de-Provence, Nice, Sainte-Maxime. Representative events in the catalog include Avignon Marathon, Marathon Var Provence Verte, Salon-de-Provence Marathon, Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes 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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 24 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.
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