Montpellier Run Festival
Road Running covering 800 m to 42.2 km with up to 225 m D+ in Montpellier (Occitanie, France)
Montpellier Run Festival is an endurance sporting event in Montpellier, Occitanie, FR focused on Road Running. First held in 2010, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include City Run, Nature & Off-Road, Seaside & Coast, Kids & Youth Races.
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +225 m D+), Ekiden Marathon - Relay for 6 (42.2 km, +39 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +123 m D+), The 10 km of Montpellier (10 km, +71 m D+), The 5 km of Montpellier (5 km, +23 m D+), and The 5 Km Matmut (5 km, +22 m D+) (7 competitions in total). 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 (montpellierrunfestival.fr).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (7)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | Road Running | 42.2 km | +225 m | 12 m - 53 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Ekiden Marathon - Relay for 6 | Road Running | 42.2 km | +39 m | 38 m - 55 m | Multi-lap course | Route & profile |
| Half Marathon | Road Running | 21.1 km | +123 m | 12 m - 57 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The 10 km of Montpellier | Road Running | 10 km | +71 m | 13 m - 59 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The 5 km of Montpellier | Road Running | 5 km | +23 m | 34 m - 53 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The 5 Km Matmut | Road Running | 5 km | +22 m | 38 m - 47 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Children's Race 800m | Road Running | 800 m | +4 m | 41 m - 43 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 12 m to 53 m above sea level (+225 m D+, -225 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 38 m to 55 m above sea level (+39 m D+, -39 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 12 m to 57 m above sea level (+123 m D+, -123 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 13 m to 59 m above sea level (+71 m D+, -71 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 34 m to 53 m above sea level (+23 m D+, -23 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 38 m to 47 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 41 m to 43 m above sea level (+4 m D+, -4 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Montpellier Run Festival take place?
Montpellier Run Festival takes place in Montpellier, Occitanie, FR (start area at coordinates 43.6115° N, 3.8765° 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 Montpellier Run Festival?
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +225 m D+), Ekiden Marathon - Relay for 6 (42.2 km, +39 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +123 m D+), The 10 km of Montpellier (10 km, +71 m D+), The 5 km of Montpellier (5 km, +23 m D+), and The 5 Km Matmut (5 km, +22 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Montpellier Run Festival?
The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +225 m of elevation gain and -225 m of elevation loss, ranging between 12 m and 53 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for Montpellier Run Festival?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (montpellierrunfestival.fr).