Marathon de la Loire 2023
Saumur, France · Friday 14 May 2027
Expect a virtually flat marathon course with minimal elevation gain (56m total) along the scenic Loire Valley, making it ideal for fast times despite the modest altitude range of 24-34m. The course will likely follow riverbank routes through Saumur's wine country with excellent conditions for maintaining steady pacing throughout all 42km. Wear minimal cushioning shoes and prepare for potentially warm, sunny conditions typical of Loire Valley terrain - bring sun protection and plan hydration stops accordingly.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:55:27
Time difference: -4.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain56m
Elevation High34m
Elevation Low24m
How hard is Marathon de la Loire 2023?
Moderateharder than 22% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Marathon de la Loire 2023 plays about 1 minute slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #901 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #29 of 33 in France. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Marathon de la Loire 2023?
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 Marathon de la Loire 2023 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:55:42 | −04:18 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:25:36 | −04:24 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:55:27 | −04:33 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:25:15 | −04:45 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:55:02 | −04:58 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:24:46 | −05:14 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:54:29 | −05:31 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Marathon de la Loire 2023 2027 Course Analysis
Marathon de la Loire 2023 is a full marathon held in Saumur, France. It is scheduled for Friday 14 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 56m of total climbing, with its high point near 34m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon de la Loire 2023 website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 56m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Surface Type: Road
Marathon de la Loire 2023 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 Marathon de la Loire 2023 against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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