Ekiden 79

Road Running covering 20 km to 42.2 km in Niort (Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France)

Location

Niort, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FranceShow on map(46.3170° N, 0.5173° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Ekiden 79 is an endurance sporting event in Niort, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR focused on Road Running. Key features include Relay, City Run, Ekiden Relay, Stadium.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Ekiden (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Semi-Ekiden (20 km, +90 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 (ekiden79.fr).

Official website

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Event characteristics

Relay City Run Ekiden Relay Stadium

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Ekiden	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	5 m - 47 m	Multi-lap course	Route & profile
Semi-Ekiden	Road Running	20 km	+90 m	8 m - 28 m	Multi-lap course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+190 m D+

Elevation loss

-190 m D-

Altitude range

5 m - 47 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Multi-lap course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 47 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 5 m to 47 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 47 m·at 11.1 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Ekiden 79 take place?

Ekiden 79 takes place in Niort, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR (start area at coordinates 46.317° N, 0.5173° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Ekiden 79?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Ekiden (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Semi-Ekiden (20 km, +90 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Ekiden 79?

The main competition (Ekiden over 42.2 km) is designed as a multi-lap course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 5 m and 47 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 Ekiden 79?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ekiden79.fr).