Abalone Marathon de Nantes
Nantes, France · Sunday 25 April 2027
Abalone Marathon de Nantes is a prestigious event held in Nantes, France, offering a marathon, half marathon, and 10K. The course is FFA-certified and takes runners through the heart of Nantes, passing iconic sites like the historic city center, Parc de Procé, and Jardin des Plantes. The route also includes scenic views along the banks of the Erdre and Île de Versailles.
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Adjusted Time
4:06:43
Time difference: +6.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain189m
Elevation High36m
Elevation Low3m
Weather Forecast
High26°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Abalone Marathon de Nantes?
Difficultharder than 60% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Abalone Marathon de Nantes plays about 9 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #457 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #10 of 33 in France. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Abalone Marathon de Nantes?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Abalone Marathon de Nantes | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:02:14 | +02:14 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:34:23 | +04:23 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:06:43 | +06:43 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:39:15 | +09:15 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:11:56 | +11:56 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:44:46 | +14:46 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:17:46 | +17:46 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Abalone Marathon de Nantes 2027 Course Analysis
Abalone Marathon de Nantes is a full marathon held in Nantes, France. It is scheduled for Sunday 25 April 2027. The course is run on road surface with 189m of total climbing, with its high point near 36m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Abalone Marathon de Nantes website.
Elevation Profile
With 189m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 26°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Abalone Marathon de Nantes is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Abalone Marathon de Nantes against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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