Beer Marathon
Road Running and Walking & Hiking covering 1 km to 42.2 km with up to 330 m D+ in Montbrison (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)
Beer Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Montbrison, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Road Running, Walking & Hiking and Obstacle Course Racing. It is part of Challenge de la Convivialité. Key features include City Run, Festive, Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road.
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +157 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +88 m D+), MDB Hike (15 km, +330 m D+), 10 Km (10 km, +48 m D+), Fun Run (4 km, +18 m D+), and Battle with the Mousquetaires (1.5 km, +7 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 15, 2027 to May 17, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lemarathondelabiere.com).
Races & distances (8)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | Road Running | 42.2 km | +157 m | 350 m - 407 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Half Marathon | Road Running | 21.1 km | +88 m | 359 m - 410 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| MDB Hike | Walking & Hiking | 15 km | +330 m | 382 m - 618 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 10 Km | Road Running | 10 km | +48 m | 373 m - 407 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Fun Run | Obstacle Course Racing | 4 km | +18 m | 385 m - 393 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Battle with the Mousquetaires | Road Running | 1.5 km | +7 m | 373 m - 377 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Face the Moussaillons | Road Running | 1 km | +4 m | 376 m - 378 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Challenge the Mouss'Tic | Road Running | 1 km | +4 m | 379 m - 381 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 350 m to 407 m above sea level (+157 m D+, -157 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 359 m to 410 m above sea level (+88 m D+, -88 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 382 m to 618 m above sea level (+330 m D+, -330 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 373 m to 407 m above sea level (+48 m D+, -48 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 385 m to 393 m above sea level (+18 m D+, -18 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 373 m to 377 m above sea level (+7 m D+, -7 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 376 m to 378 m above sea level (+4 m D+, -4 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 379 m to 381 m above sea level (+4 m D+, -4 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Beer Marathon take place?
Beer Marathon takes place in Montbrison, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.613° N, 4.0489° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 15, 2027 to May 17, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Beer Marathon?
The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +157 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +88 m D+), MDB Hike (15 km, +330 m D+), 10 Km (10 km, +48 m D+), Fun Run (4 km, +18 m D+), and Battle with the Mousquetaires (1.5 km, +7 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Running, Walking & Hiking and Obstacle Course Racing.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Beer Marathon?
The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +157 m of elevation gain and -157 m of elevation loss, ranging between 350 m and 407 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for Beer Marathon?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lemarathondelabiere.com).