Semi-Marathon de Saint-Witz
The Saint-Witz Half Marathon is a historic race, first held in 1979 👵 (the same year the first Walkman was released, so you know it's been around for a while! 📼), taking place in the heart of the Val d'Oise, located in Île-de-France. The event happens at the end of March! It’s the last month of cool weather in this area 🌬️ before the summer temperatures roll in. It can be chilly in the mornings, so here's a tip: warm clothes! 🧦
Great news: you have a choice of distances to explore the local roads 😎. Three distances are offered: a 5 km, a 10 km, and a half marathon. And what about the kids? 🧒 No worries, they're not forgotten; there are also three kids' races. A 2,600 m race, a 1,200 m race, and a 900 m race! Just a heads-up, these races aren’t for slackers! 🤦♀️ No excuses for not putting on your running shoes! 👟
The shorter distances are centered around Saint-Witz, a quaint countryside town just 30 km from Paris. You'll pass by the "Seven Lakes", those seven lakes in a row that give the town its unique character 🎣. The "Three Villages" race (the 10 km) and the half marathon share the same route 🤝. The well-known three villages you pass through are Saint-Witz, Vémars, and Plailly, located in the Oise department. This route takes you through part of the Oise-Pays de France Regional Natural Park, with its lush forests, heaths, and meadows 🌿. It's an incredible spot for running! The colorful landscapes of flower fields and abundant wildlife 🌻, including amphibians and crickets 🦗, will immerse you in this true haven of peace ✌️.
But if you're looking for more thrills after the run and sightseeing isn't quite enough, good news: Parc Astérix 🎢 is just 5 minutes away, in the village of Plailly.
You can collect your race bib on Friday, March 21, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM and on Saturday, March 22, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM until 30 minutes before the race starts.
At Pierre Salvi Gymnasium, Rue de Paris, 95470, Saint-Witz
To participate in the Saint-Witz Half Marathon or any other races offered, you must have one of the following:
An Athlé Competition, Athlé Enterprise, or Athlé Running license, or a “Pass’ J’aime Courir” issued by the FFA and completed by a doctor, valid on the date of the event.
A valid sports license at the time of the event, with proof of no contraindication to competitive sports, athletics, or running, issued by one of the FFA partner federations.
A health prevention course certificate (either paper, electronic, or QR Code) indicating the completion of the Health Prevention Pathway (or “PPS”) implemented by the FFA via its dedicated platform, done within three months of the event date. You can find more details here.
Note: Triathlon licenses from the FFTRI are not recognized by the FFA and are not accepted. Triathlon license holders must present a PPS certificate.
Minors participating in the races must also present parental authorization.
Important ⚠️: ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE BY THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2025, AT 11:59 PM TO ALLOW FOR BIB COLLECTION.
Saint-Witz Half Marathon: The course consists of two 10 km loops, with the same refreshment points as the 10 km race (a total of ten stops).
10 km: Five refreshment points along the route
Other races: Refreshments available at the finish line
Saint-Witz Half Marathon: Born in 2007 or earlier
10 km "The Three Villages": Born in 2009 or earlier
4.5 km "Saint-Witz Circuit": Born in 2011 or earlier
2,600 m "Youth Race": Born between 2010 and 2013
1,200 m "Children's Loop": Born between 2014 and 2015
900 m "Athletic Awakening": Born between 2016 and 2018
Athletic Awakening, Children's Loop, and Youth Race: €2
Saint-Witz Circuit (5 km): €8
The 10 km of the Three Villages: €15
Saint-Witz Half Marathon: €21
For the Half Marathon, the course must be completed within a maximum time of 3 hours. This means an average pace of 7 km per hour, with a cutoff time of 1 hour and 30 minutes at the 10th kilometer and 2 hours and 10 minutes at the 15th kilometer.
Registration fees include an event-themed t-shirt, a finisher's medal, and electronic timing (except for the Athletic Awakening race).
Yes! Every participant receives a medal at the finish line.
Children's Loop (1,200 m):
Trophies and prizes for the top 3 overall (boys and girls).
Youth Race (2,600 m):
Trophies and prizes for the top 3 Benjamins and top 3 Benjamines.
Trophies and prizes for the top 3 Minimes (boys and girls).
Saint-Witz Circuit (5 km):
Trophies and prizes for the top 3 overall (men and women).
Trophies and prizes for the first place men and women in each category (Minimes, Cadets, Juniors, Espoirs, Seniors, and Masters - all M0 to M10 categories combined).
The 10 km of the Three Villages:
Trophies and prizes for the top 3 overall (men and women).
Trophies and prizes for the first place men and women in each category (Cadets, Juniors, Espoirs, Seniors, M0 to M2, M3 to M5, M6 to M10).
Saint-Witz Half Marathon:
Trophies and prizes for the top 3 overall (men and women).
Trophies and prizes for the first place men and women in each category (Juniors, Espoirs, Seniors, M0 to M2, M3 to M5, M6 to M10).
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