Marathon des Vins de Blaye

Marathon des Vins de Blaye 2027 Course Analysis

Marathon des Vins de Blaye is a full marathon held in Blaye, France, scheduled for Saturday 8 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 281m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 70m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon des Vins de Blaye website.

Elevation Profile

With 281m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 5m to 70m above sea level (65m 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 May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 15°C and 23°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 moderate chance of rain (35%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.

Surface Type: Road

Marathon des Vins de Blaye 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 des Vins de Blaye?

Our difficulty rating for Marathon des Vins de Blaye 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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