Marathon d'Albi

Marathon d'Albi 2025 Course Analysis

Marathon d'Albi is a full marathon held in Albi, France, scheduled for Sunday 27 April 2025. The course is run on road surface with 203m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 231m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon d'Albi website.

Elevation Profile

With 203m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 169m to 231m above sea level (62m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 11°C and 20°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a high chance of rain (78%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.

Surface Type: Road

Marathon d'Albi is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.

How Difficult Is Marathon d'Albi?

Our difficulty rating for Marathon d'Albi is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.

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