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Abalone de Nantes

Abalone Marathon de Nantes

Until 2007 called “Marathon Val Nantais,” the race is held annually since 1981, in 2008 the course came back downtown with a departure…

Next edition

2027 · 24 Apr 2027

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🇫🇷 Nantes, France

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The race

Until 2007 called “Marathon Val Nantais,” the race is held annually since 1981, in 2008 the course came back downtown with a departure at Banana Warehouse (nearly 1,600 runners at the start). Since the squad continues to grow (2115 participants in 2010). The organizers received 3,000 runners in 2011 The new organization set up in 2008 has worked to revitalize the aging test. Since 2008 and the return of the race in the city center, all participants stressed the good atmosphere and the pleasure of the journey. 42.195 kilometers through the streets of downtown Nantes! A mythical distance through a unique heritage. The Marathon de Nantes is scheduled each year in April. It will take place Sunday, April 17, 2016. The Marathon de Nantes offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of the city. The organizers promise a cultural and historical tour in the heart of Nantes, on a 100% urban route. This discovery from Nantes along the Loire, the Château des Ducs de Bretagne Canal St Felix through the Royal Square, the Cathedral, the Jardin des Plantes, the Machines de l’Ile, the course of the 50 hostages .. . offers an incomparable journey dotted with original animations. This new original concept, the first night race in Nantes, Strides elephant experiencing an undeniable success. To accommodate the riders in the best conditions and ensure their safety, the organizing committee decided to change the route and modify the starting location and destination of the event. Saturday, April…

Location

Nantes, France

Europe · typically 11°C (52°F) on race day

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Getting in

  • First come, first served

    Registration opens to everyone on 22 September 2026 at 12h for all events; places are limited and some events may sell out quickly.

  • Ballot

    Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.

  • Club membership

    FFA licence holders of Loire-Atlantique clubs get a dedicated registration period from 21 September 12h to 22 September 11h59.

  • Other

    Volunteers from the 2026 edition get priority access to registration from 14 to 20 September 2026.

Ballot

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  1. Ballot opens

    22 Sep 2026, 14:00

  2. Ballot closes

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  3. Draw

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  4. Results

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