Marathon de Lyon
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18 okt. 2026
The Lyon Marathon features a scenic route through the historic heart of France's third-largest city, starting and finishing at the Parc de la Tête d'Or. Runners traverse the Renaissance old town, cross the Fourvière Basilica views, and loop through elegant neighborhoods along the Rhône and Saône rivers. The course is moderately rolling with gentle climbs through the city's varied topography.
Cool autumn weather with mild temperatures ideal for marathon running. Occasional rain possible but generally favorable conditions with low to moderate humidity.
The Race
Lyon
The Lyon Marathon was founded in 1984, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 42 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Lyon, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.
The course record of 02:09:31, set by Belay Deba in 2015, speaks to what the Lyon Marathon offers elite athletes: a fast, honest course where serious times are achievable. The record has drawn increasingly competitive fields year after year.
The Lyon Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Lyon and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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02:09:31
Belay Deba (2015)
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