Marathon des Alpes
Bourg-Saint-Maurice, France · Tuesday 11 May 2027
Marathon des Alpes, held in Bourg-Saint-Maurice, France, is a breathtaking event that combines scenic beauty with a challenging course. The race features a full marathon, half marathon, 10 km run, and a 5 km solidarity walk, catering to participants of all levels. The course follows small paved country roads in a wooded, green, and shaded setting, with gentle hills along the cycle path that runs along the Isère River.
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Adjusted Time
4:14:23
Time difference: +14.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain71m
Elevation High31m
Elevation Low3m
Weather Forecast
High21°C
Low8°C
Chance of Rain98%
How hard is Marathon des Alpes?
Very Difficultharder than 77% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Marathon des Alpes plays about 18 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #265 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #5 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 des Alpes?
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 des Alpes | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:11:40 | +11:40 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:43:07 | +13:07 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:14:23 | +14:23 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:45:30 | +15:30 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:16:30 | +16:30 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:47:24 | +17:24 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:18:12 | +18:12 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Marathon des Alpes 2027 Course Analysis
Marathon des Alpes is a full marathon held in Bourg-Saint-Maurice, France. It is scheduled for Tuesday 11 May 2027. The course is run on mixed surface with 71m of total climbing, with its high point near 31m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon des Alpes website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 71m 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.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 8°C to 21°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a high chance of rain (98%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Mixed
Marathon des Alpes features a mixed-surface course, combining sections of road with unpaved terrain such as gravel paths, parkland, or boardwalks. Mixed courses add variety but also introduce some unpredictability in footing. Expect slightly slower times than on a pure road course, and road-trail hybrid shoes may be the best footwear option.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Marathon des Alpes against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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