Marathon International du Beaujolais

The event is held on Sunday 22 November 2026 in Villefranche-sur-Saône, in the Beaujolais region of France.

The relay lets a team of three or four runners share the marathon distance between them, so you cover the course in legs rather than all 42.195 km yourself. It is a good way to take on the Beaujolais marathon with friends, family or colleagues.

No. Fancy dress is not compulsory, but runners are encouraged to turn up at the start in a disguise and the event has a strong festive reputation, so many participants do dress up.

The route runs on roads through the Beaujolais vineyards and wine villages around Villefranche-sur-Saône, with the 13 km option tracing the Rhône. Expect a rolling wine-country landscape rather than a flat city course.

Yes. The organisers arrange a variety of entertainment and sampling points along the course, which is part of what gives the Beaujolais marathon its festive character.