Medoc Marathon
Road marathon through the vineyards of the Médoc wine region, famous for fancy dress, château wine tastings and an unforgettable festival atmosphere.
| Date | Saturday 5th September, 2026 |
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| Distance | Marathon |
| Terrain | Road |
| Course Profile | Rolling |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Pauillac |
| Town/City | Medoc, France |
| Start time | 9:30am |
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The Marathon du Médoc is one of the world's most unique road marathons, taking runners on a 26.2 mile journey through the renowned vineyards of the Médoc wine region near Bordeaux. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026, the event combines marathon running with French culture, featuring château visits, live entertainment and the famous fancy dress tradition.
The road course passes through picturesque vineyards and wine estates around Pauillac, with numerous themed refreshment stations offering local produce and Médoc wines alongside traditional marathon support. Despite its festive reputation, the event remains a fully timed marathon with a 6.5 hour time limit.
The Marathon du Médoc is a bucket list event for runners seeking an unforgettable marathon experience. Combining beautiful scenery, exceptional hospitality and a vibrant carnival atmosphere, it offers a truly distinctive way to complete the marathon distance.
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| 2026 | Verified |
| 2025 results | Verified |
| 2024 results | Verified |
| 2023 results | Verified |
| 2022 results | Verified |
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