
La Rochelle, France · Monday 30 November 2026
Marathon de La Rochelle - Serge Vigot is a prestigious event held annually in late November in La Rochelle, France. Established in 1991, it is one of the most popular marathons in France, second only to the Paris Marathon. The race features a flat, double-looped course that passes through historic districts and along the picturesque old port, offering breathtaking views of the city's iconic towers.
Adjusted Time
3:52:16
Time difference: -7.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
On our difficulty model, Marathon de La Rochelle plays about 2 minutes faster than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #1098 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #33 of 33 in France. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
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 Rochelle | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:53:29 | −06:31 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:22:55 | −07:05 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:52:16 | −07:44 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:21:34 | −08:26 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:50:49 | −09:11 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:20:00 | −10:00 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:49:09 | −10:51 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Marathon de La Rochelle is a full marathon held in La Rochelle, France. It is scheduled for Monday 30 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 82m of total climbing, with its high point near 21m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon de La Rochelle website.
This is a very flat course, with only 82m 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.
Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 7°C to 11°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a moderate chance of rain (20%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Marathon de La Rochelle 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.
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