Road RunningChallenge de la Convivialité

Cognac Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 230 m D+ in Jarnac (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France)

LocationJarnac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceShow on map(45.6814° N, 0.1739° W)
Date & StatusNovember 14, 2026Date confirmed
First edition2001
Elevation gainUp to +230 m

Cognac Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Jarnac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR focused on Road Running. First held in 2001, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of Challenge de la Convivialité. Key features include Festive, Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road, Vineyards.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +230 m D+), Rélai Challenge Entreprise (42.2 km, +230 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +170 m D+), Road Running 10.5 km (10.5 km, +47 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 14, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathonducognac.net).

Official website
Cognac Marathon in Jarnac (Work: "Tandem bicycle near Sancerre", Photo: Cjp24, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Tandem bicycle near Sancerre" · Photo: Cjp24 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

FestiveKids & Youth RacesNature & Off-RoadVineyardsRelayCity RunCostume RunGastronomic RunQuirky & FunTeam Event

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+230 m16 m - 113 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Rélai Challenge EntrepriseRoad Running42.2 km+230 m19 m - 116 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+170 m22 m - 93 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10.5 kmRoad Running10.5 km+47 m25 m - 45 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m28 m - 37 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+230 m D+
Elevation loss
-230 m D-
Altitude range
16 m - 113 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
1.1 % / 2 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+230 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS45.6814° N, 0.1739° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 16 m to 113 m above sea level (+230 m D+, -230 m D-)

Peak: 113 m·at 13.9 km·Ø 1.1 %
16 m48 m81 m113 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km113 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Cognac Marathon take place?

Cognac Marathon takes place in Jarnac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR (start area at coordinates 45.6814° N, 0.1739° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for November 14, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Cognac Marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +230 m D+), Rélai Challenge Entreprise (42.2 km, +230 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +170 m D+), Road Running 10.5 km (10.5 km, +47 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Cognac Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +230 m of elevation gain and -230 m of elevation loss, ranging between 16 m and 113 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Cognac Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathonducognac.net).