Marathon de Chinon

Road Running covering 11.5 km to 42.2 km in Chinon (Centre-Val de Loire, France)

Location

Chinon, Centre-Val de Loire, FranceShow on map(47.1681° N, 0.2356° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Marathon de Chinon is an endurance sporting event in Chinon, Centre-Val de Loire, FR focused on Road Running. Key features include Vineyards, City Run, Castles.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 11.5 km (11.5 km, +52 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 (marathondechinon.fr).

Official website

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Event characteristics

Vineyards City Run Castles

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	14 m - 94 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	17 m - 57 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Road Running 11.5 km	Road Running	11.5 km	+52 m	20 m - 42 m	Loop 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

14 m - 94 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 94 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 14 m to 94 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 94 m·at 10.8 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Marathon de Chinon take place?

Marathon de Chinon takes place in Chinon, Centre-Val de Loire, FR (start area at coordinates 47.1681° N, 0.2356° 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 Marathon de Chinon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 11.5 km (11.5 km, +52 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Marathon de Chinon?

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 14 m and 94 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 Marathon de Chinon?

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