Course Algernon

Road Running and Walking & Hiking covering 5 km to 10 km in Marseille (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

Location

Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FranceShow on map(43.2938° N, 5.3587° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +45 m

Course Algernon is an endurance sporting event in Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR focused on Road Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Charity Run, Seaside & Coast, City Run.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Road Race 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Road Race 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Walk 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (algernon.fr).

Official website

Course Algernon in Marseille (Work: "Calanque de Morgiou-Cassis", Photo: Tobi 87, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Calanque de Morgiou-Cassis" · Photo: **Tobi 87** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Charity Run Seaside & Coast City Run

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Road Race 10 km	Road Running	10 km	+45 m	2 m - 21 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Road Race 5 km	Road Running	5 km	+22 m	5 m - 14 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walk 5 km	Walking & Hiking	5 km	+22 m	8 m - 17 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

10 km

Elevation gain

+45 m D+

Elevation loss

-45 m D-

Altitude range

2 m - 21 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

10 km+45 m D+Peak 21 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 21 m above sea level (+45 m D+, -45 m D-)

Peak: 21 m·at 7.1 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Course Algernon take place?

Course Algernon takes place in Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR (start area at coordinates 43.2938° N, 5.3587° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Course Algernon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Road Race 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Road Race 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Walk 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Course Algernon?

The main competition (Road Race 10 km over 10 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +45 m of elevation gain and -45 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 21 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 Course Algernon?

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