The Early Years
2008Established in 2008, the Wine Trail Marathon is now 18 years old. From its first edition in Saint-Émilion, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in France.
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Parcours et dénivelé
This scenic route winds through the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, passing renowned châteaux including Château Cheval Blanc and Château Figeac. Runners experience the picturesque limestone plateaus and gentle valleys of the Right Bank, with support stations offering local wine tastings at key points.
Surface: road Profil: Ondulé
Météo
Température 21°C
Humidité 68%
Risque de pluie 35%
Pleasant early autumn weather with warm days and mild mornings, ideal for distance running. Occasional light rain possible, but generally favorable conditions.
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Histoires & Légendes
Running Through a Postcard
The Wine Trail Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Saint-Émilion and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
Fuel of a Different Kind
The Wine Trail Marathon blurs the line between endurance event and gastronomic adventure. Aid stations offer more than gels and water — local delicacies and drinks turn the course into a moving feast. It's the rare race where gaining weight mid-race is a genuine possibility.
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Anecdotes
- ▸ The race features wine and local cheese tastings at 8 different château locations along the course, making it one of Europe's most gastronomically-inspired marathons.
- ▸ Saint-Émilion has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, and runners traverse some of the most valuable vineyards in the world, home to first-growth Bordeaux wines.
- ▸ The race was established in 2008 and has grown to become the premier marathon of the Aquitaine region, attracting serious runners and wine enthusiasts from across Europe.
- ▸ Finishers receive a personalized wine bottle from a partnering château along with their medal, creating a unique race memento.
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