Overview
The Marathon des Landes draws approximately 1,500 finishers each October on an urban and rural road in Mont-de-Marsan, France. The Landes terrain keeps the race flatter and faster than many French marathons. The course passes pine-forest country, flat roads, and town sections in southwest France. The course is very flat throughout.
Marathon des Landes is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Marathon des Landes 2026 race day
The next Marathon des Landes is scheduled for Sunday, 4 October 2026 with a 9:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 50 m of climbing on a very flat layout.
Marathon des Landes course route
Starts and finishes in the Landes region race hub. The course passes pine-forest country, flat roads, and town sections in southwest France. Pine-forest straightaways stay level for steady rhythm, with village crowds at forest-edge aid stations and the regional finish.
Marathon des Landes elevation profile
The Marathon des Landes course is very flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
Entry requirements
The Marathon des Landes uses open online registration at marathondeslandes.fr with no ballot or qualifying time for the general field. Sign-up for the October 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Marathon des Landes elevation profile?
- The Marathon des Landes has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is very flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- How long is the Marathon des Landes?
- The Marathon des Landes is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Urban and rural road starting and finishing in the Landes region race hub.
- What time does the Marathon des Landes start?
- The 2026 Marathon des Landes starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 4 October 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on www.marathondeslandes.fr/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Marathon des Landes start and finish?
- Starts and finishes in the Landes region race hub. Updated course maps are published at https://www.marathondeslandes.fr/ each year.
- When is the Marathon des Landes and how do I register?
- Marathon des Landes is typically held in October. Registration opens through https://www.marathondeslandes.fr/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Marathon des Landes course flat?
- Yes. Marathon des Landes is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Marathon des Landes pass?
- The course passes pine-forest country, flat roads, and town sections in southwest France.
- What weather should runners expect at Marathon des Landes?
- Usually mild with Atlantic-influenced autumn air.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
