Marathon du Beaujolais

Marathon du Beaujolais 2025 Course Analysis

Marathon du Beaujolais is a full marathon held in Fleurie, France, scheduled for Saturday 22 November 2025. The course is run on road surface with 512m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 309m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon du Beaujolais website.

Elevation Profile

This is a hilly course with 512m of total elevation gain. The route climbs from 169m to as high as 309m above sea level — a substantial 140m elevation range. Runners should train on hills and plan for a more conservative pacing strategy, especially on the climbs.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Cold conditions are expected, with temperatures between -2°C and 2°C. While cold weather reduces overheating risk, runners should dress in layers and be prepared for potential wind chill. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Road

Marathon du Beaujolais 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 du Beaujolais?

Our difficulty rating for Marathon du Beaujolais 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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