
Montauban, France · Sunday 29 March 2026
# Marathon de Montauban 2026 The Marathon de Montauban offers a straightforward road course through this historic French town with minimal elevation change (81m climb, 82m descent), making it ideal for runners targeting fast times. The route's main distinction is its intimate, locally-focused character—you'll experience Montauban's charming medieval architecture and riverside setting rather than major scenic landmarks. If you're looking for a flat, uncomplicated marathon without significant climbing, this fits the bill.
Adjusted Time
4:32:46
Time difference: +32.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Marathon de Montauban 2026 is a full marathon held in Montauban, France, scheduled for Sunday 29 March 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 81m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 111m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon de Montauban 2026 website.
This is a very flat course with only 81m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 94m to 111m above sea level — a 17m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Marathon de Montauban 2026 is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are inherently slower than road courses due to uneven footing, technical sections, and often steeper gradients. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended, and runners should expect a finish time 10-20% slower than their equivalent road marathon time.
Our difficulty rating for Marathon de Montauban 2026 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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