Road Running

Run In Lyon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Lyon (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.7554° N, 4.8260° E)
Date & StatusOctober 3, 2027Date confirmed
First edition2013
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Run In Lyon is an endurance sporting event in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Road Running. First held in 2013, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Public Park, City Run, Charity Run, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Run Solidaire (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 3, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (runinlyon.com).

Official website
Run In Lyon in Lyon (Work: "Grand Combin 2", Photo: Rémih, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Grand Combin 2" · Photo: Rémih · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Public ParkCity RunCharity RunCulture & HistoryMountainCapitals & Major CitiesBridges & ViaductsLandmarks & MonumentsUntimed

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m172 m - 252 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m175 m - 215 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m178 m - 197 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Run SolidaireRoad Running5 km+22 m181 m - 190 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
172 m - 252 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS45.7554° N, 4.8260° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 172 m to 252 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 252 m·at 16.8 km·Ø 0.9 %
172 m199 m225 m252 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km252 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Run In Lyon take place?

Run In Lyon takes place in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.7554° N, 4.826° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 3, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Run In Lyon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Run Solidaire (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Run In Lyon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 172 m and 252 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 Run In Lyon?

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