Biarritz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
The Marathon Biarritz Pays Basque draws approximately 1,800 finishers each May on a scenic coastal road in Biarritz, France. It is one of France's most scenic seaside marathons thanks to the rugged Atlantic backdrop. The route passes ocean cliffs, beach boulevards, and roads linking several Basque-coast towns. Ocean cliffs and beach boulevards climb between Basque-coast towns on one of France's most scenic seaside marathon routes each May.
Marathon Biarritz Pays Basque is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
The next Marathon Biarritz Pays Basque is scheduled for Sunday, 2 May 2027 with a 9:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 150 m of climbing on a rolling with moderate climbs layout.
Starts and finishes on the Basque coast around Biarritz. The route passes ocean cliffs, beach boulevards, and roads linking several Basque-coast towns. Coastal headland rises and cliff-road exposure reward conservative pacing, with Basque crowds cheering along the beach boulevards.
The Marathon Biarritz Pays Basque course is rolling with moderate climbs over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 150 metres of climbing and 140 metres of descent, with a net climb of 10 metres from start to finish.
The Marathon Biarritz Pays Basque uses open online registration at marathonbiarritz.com with no ballot or qualifying time for the general field. Sign-up for the May race typically opens the previous year and places are allocated first-come, first-served. Charity bibs are available through partner organisations when general entry closes.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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