Tours Marathon 2025
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- Next event : Sun, September 28, 2025Date confirmed
- Last event : Sun, September 22, 2024
The event in a few words
In the heart of Indre-et-Loire (37), in Tours, mark your calendar for September 🗓️ for the Marathon, the 10 km, and the 20 km in Tours, the must-attend event in the area 📍. Coinciding with the return of sporting events, it's like the back-to-school season for the locals of Tours 👨🏫. With its exceptional historical heritage, it’s the perfect opportunity to (re)discover Touraine and its cultural richness. Let's take a tour! 😉 Thousands of runners take a tour of the city on classic distances: the 10 km, the 20 km, and the traditional marathon. The 42.195 km distance is also available in a "duo" format 🔗. But that’s not all! The organizers also offer a Nordic walking 🚶🏼♂️ format over 10 km, timed or untimed ⏱️, for those who want to enjoy the beautiful course in a different way 😜. The event also features a wheelchair race of 22.5 km, specially designed for para-athletes, and races for young runners! 🧒 All that's left is to choose your distance and race through the former capital of France 🇫🇷.
On the agenda of your Touraine adventure is a landscape rich in history 📕 : between the ancient Marmoutier Abbey, the Saint Martin’s Basilica ⛪, the Napoleon Bridge, the Mirabeau Bridge, or the Old Town district (that's quite a lot, isn't it?), we hope you manage to keep some focus to run straight! ➡️ And as if that weren't enough, the Château de Tours 🏰 will also be featured (or more like part of the race 😂)! It’s clearly the main Tours-istic attraction in the area: the Loire Castles are all remarkable, often surrounded by gardens ⛲️ or waterways 💦 that enhance their beauty even more. We particularly think of Chambord, Chenonceau, or Amboise 😍. But save exploring these iconic monuments for later, brave finisher 🗡️, and return to conquering the race tracks 🐎. And as we mentioned the environment, you’ll be spoiled on this front as well. You will follow the Loire à Vélo route 🚲, this incredible 900 km cycling itinerary that lets you discover stunning landscapes along the Loire River. It's not the only waterway you'll admire, as running the marathon will give you the privilege of racing along the Cher River. Returning to the starting city, the finish line 🏁 is located at the Place Anatole-France, at the top of the famous Rue Nationale ✨.
In addition to breathtaking landscapes 🌬️, you can shake your body to the rhythm of music bands 🎵 scattered along the route 🕺. Indeed, the atmosphere and hospitality offered by the people of Tours will be simply incredible 🤩. Spectators will gather in large numbers to admire your graceful strides 👏. Not far from your finish line, you'll find Place Plumereau 🪶, which will help you relax after the event: the locals of Tours proudly say it's the best place in France for an aperitif! 🍻 With its old timber-framed houses and the festive atmosphere, you can wander around and enjoy a slice of rillettes (a local specialty 😌) or a piece of AOC Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine 🐐 accompanied by a nice local wine: Bourgueil, Chinon, Montlouis, or Vouvray, giving you a wide range of choices! 🍷
⚠️ Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health, drink in moderation
5 reasons to join this race
A distance for every taste
MarathonTOP
22.5 km
20 km
10 km
Kids
- Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 7:30 AM
- Elevation gain : 119mD+ / 119mD-
A few more words
The start of this 42.195 km loop will be just a short distance from Place Anatole France at 7:30 AM ⌚️. As you begin the Marathon, you'll cross the Loire River 💧 via the Pont Napoléon and continue along Quai Paul Bert. This long stretch will lead you to Parc de Sainte Radegonde 🌱, where you'll circle around the Institution Marmoutier and catch a glimpse of its historic Abbey ⛪. The route then takes you alongside the Loire again before you cross it once more, this time via Pont Mirabeau, guiding you to the Château de Tours 🏰. At the 10 km mark, you'll be greeted by two historic landmarks— the Basilica of Saint Martin and the Charlemagne Tower 👑. The squares of Châteauneuf and the Grand Marché mark the start of your loop, taking you through streets like Léon Boyer, d’Entraingues (home to the Prébendes Garden), and Auguste Chevallier before reaching the Cher River, which you'll cross via Pont Saint-Sauveur. The route through Savonnières leads you to the 15 km marker, with a turn around the Golf de La Gloriette ⛳, while the 20 km mark is highlighted by the scenic Lac de la Bergeonnerie. Time will fly by as you find yourself halfway through in the stunning Parc Honoré de Balzac before crossing the Cher River again to loop along the Promenade de Florence. Streets such as rue du Sanitas, avenue Saint-Lazare, and rue Febvotte will take you to Place de la Liberté 🗽 and the Palais des Sports, marking the start of the challenging 30 km stretch. The lengthy avenue du Grammont will guide you to Place Jean Jaurès, with the Grand Theatre of Tours 🎭 nearby. With just 10 km to go to the finish line, you'll revisit familiar spots such as Châteauneuf and the Grand Marché before crossing the Loire River once more via Pont Napoléon. The final stretch mirrors the start of your race, with a right turn after Pont Mirabeau leading you back to Place Anatole France and the finish line 🏁.
Duo Marathon
Road Running- Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 7:30 AM
- Elevation gain : 119mD+ / 119mD-
A few more words
Looking for a partner to share the course and support you along the way? This Marathon Duo is perfect for you. The route is exactly the same as the solo marathon. The start is at 7:30 AM. Now, the only thing left is to decide with your running partner who will cover which distance. 🤔 The relay zone for the Marathon Duo is located midway, in the Île Balzac Park. So, take your time to discuss this tricky decision with your teammate, between the first and second half, but remember, no squabbles, okay? 😅
22.5 km Wheelchair Race
Road Running- Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 7:55 AM
20 km of Tours
Road Running- Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
10 km Nordic Walking Tour in Tours
Road Running- Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 8:30 AM
10K Race in Tours
Road Running- Sun, September 28, 2025 at 11:10 AM ➜ 11:30 AM
- Elevation gain : 56mD+ / 56mD-
- Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 10:15 AM
On Saturday, September 27, 2025, we are excited to host a 'Youth Race' 👧 for children aged 6-15. The event will feature an introduction to Disc Golf, a chance to explore athletics, activities with various partners, and even an ice cream tasting! 🍦
The festivities kick off at 9 AM. Make sure to pick up your race bib before the official start ⏱️. The first wave, for those aged 6-8, will start at 10 AM and they'll run a 750 m loop. The second wave, for children aged 9-11, will begin at 10:30 AM, completing 2 loops for a total of 1.5 km. The third wave will start at 11 AM, with participants aged 12-15 running 3 loops totaling 2.25 km!
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
The starting point will be at Place Anatole France in Tours, on Sunday, September 28, 2025:
Tours Marathon: start at 7:30 AM
Duo Marathon: start at 7:30 AM
10 km of Tours: wave 1 at 11:10 AM, wave 2 at 11:30 AM
20 km of Tours: start at 9:00 AM
Nordic Walking 10 km (Competitive Nature Nordic Walking): start at 8:30 AM
10 km Non-timed Nordic Walking Tour: start at 10:15 AM
You can collect your race bib at the Loire Valley Running Expo, at the Tours Congress Center, on the following days:
Friday, September 26, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Please note, there will be no bib pickup on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Duo Marathon bibs must be collected together.
Tours Marathon and Duo Marathon: the time limit is set at 6 hours. There are two intermediate cut-off points: km 21 at 3 hours after the start and km 30 at 5 hours after the start.
10 km of Tours: the time limit is 2 hours.
20 km of Tours: the time limit is 3 hours.
10 km Nordic Walking of Tours: the time limit is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Yes, there are pacers for all three races:
Tours Marathon and Duo Marathon: 3h15 / 3h30 / 3h45 / 4h / 4h15 / 4h30
10 km of Tours: 1h30 / 1h45 / 1h50 / 2h
20 km of Tours: 45 min / 50 min / 55 min
Tours Marathon: for runners born in 2005 or earlier.
Duo Marathon: for runners born in 2007 or earlier.
10 km of Tours: for runners born in 2009 or earlier.
20 km of Tours: for runners born in 2007 or earlier.
10 km Nordic Walking of Tours: for runners born in 2009 or earlier.
10 km Non-timed Nordic Walking Tour: for runners born in 2009 or earlier.
Showers available upon presenting your bib, at the Gymnasium of Minimes from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Restrooms are available every 5 km along the route (at each refreshment point), and at Place Anatole France.
Free bag drop services are available from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. You can leave a bag with a maximum capacity of 20L.
Tours Marathon and Duo Marathon: refreshments every 5 km and at the finish line. Sponge and cooling points will be placed midway between refreshment stations.
10 km of Tours: each runner will receive a refreshment bag at the finish line.
20 km of Tours: refreshments every 5 km and at the finish line.
10 km Nordic Walking of Tours and Non-timed Nordic Walking Tour: one refreshment at km 5 and at the finish line.
For the Marathon:
Until 03/31/2025: €60 and €55 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 06/30/2025: €70 and €65 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 09/25/2025: €75 and €70 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
For the Duo Marathon (price per participant):
Until 03/31/2025: €31 and €26 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 06/30/2025: €38 and €33 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 09/25/2025: €46 and €41 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
For the 20 km:
Until 03/31/2025: €22 and €19 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 06/30/2025: €26 and €23 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 09/25/2025: €30 and €27 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
For the 10 km:
Until 03/31/2025: €18 and €15 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 06/30/2025: €22 and €19 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 09/25/2025: €24 and €21 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
For the 10 km Nordic Walking:
Until 03/31/2025: €20 and €17 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 06/30/2025: €24 and €21 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
Until 09/25/2025: €28 and €25 (FFA members, students, job seekers)
For the Solo Marathon: Sweatshirt - medal - P'tite Maiz beer bottle - Fil Bleu transport ticket - Ranking Guide by La Nouvelle République - Diploma.
For the Duo Marathon: Medals - 2 P'tite Maiz beer bottles - Fil Bleu transport tickets - Ranking Guide by La Nouvelle République - Diploma.
For the 20 km, 10 km, 10 km Nordic Walking: Bib - Fil Bleu transport ticket - Ranking Guide - Diploma.
There will be cash prizes for the top three women, top three men, and top three in para-athletics for each race:
1st place: €1,000
2nd place: €750
3rd place: €500
Each year, the Running Loire Valley recruits 800 volunteers. More details will be available soon, but you can find all the information on the dedicated page.
You can reach the organizers by email: contact@runningloirevalley.com or by phone: 02 47 31 70 11 (Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM).
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