Races in Paris

Paris is an ideal city for sporty strolls. In the 75 (Paris), sports are like a religion. Whether it's the home grounds of PSG football and handball teams, Stade Français, or Roland Garros, you too can become a star through running.

Before diving into an intense trail in the city, start by warming up in the Parc Rives de Seine on its 7 km sports trail. The Eiffel Tower towers over the Champ de Mars, a park that offers lovely paths for running in a pleasant atmosphere. The wide avenues of the Tuileries Garden, between the Louvre and Concorde metro stations or along the banks of the Seine, are also very inspiring places. The Parc Rives de Seine features a 100-meter track, the most famous in athletics. Does Paris lack green spaces for running? That's a myth! Enjoy a beautiful Nordic walk along the Coulée Verte in the 12th arrondissement. Its 4 km of elevated greenery provides a magical setting for those seeking fresh air away from the hustle and bustle of the capital. Another option is to visit the Jardin des Plantes, a small green spot perfect for a bucolic jog. We also recommend other spots: the Canal de l'Ourcq (which you can follow to the 93), the Martin Luther King urban park, the Parc Monceau (not the largest 🤏), the Jardin du Luxembourg (very central), or the George Brassens park. Now, for the eternal debate... Are the Bois de Vincennes and the Bois de Boulogne part of Paris 🤷‍♀️? Apparently yes, according to Google Maps boundaries 😉. Regardless, they are exceptional places for training, both in summer and winter! A unique feature of Paris is its weather, so be sure to be well-equipped because there's a reason why Paris and gray skies (+ rain) go hand in hand 🤣.

Want to challenge the clock? In Paris, the race for places is on! Join the 50,000 people who have signed up for the Paris Marathon. Looking for more races? You have options like the 20 km of Paris, Semi-Marathon, and the Château de Vincennes race. If you're on the hunt for 10 km races, Paris has no shortage. From the 10 km des Étoiles to the Adidas 10K Paris, the 10 km of Trocadero, the 10 km of the Eiffel Tower, or the Run Set & Match at Roland Garros. Media exposure is guaranteed, perfect for your quest for glory and beauty!

Along with your races, you'll need a proper schedule to visit the capital! In Paris, there's a site to see every 4 seconds! Choose between getting a bird's eye view from the Eiffel Tower or feasting your eyes at the Louvre Museum. End one of your routes in the historic streets of Montmartre, with the Sacré-Cœur, its famous stairs, and bohemian atmosphere. Or indulge yourself by running across the world's most beautiful avenue, the Champs Elysées, imagining you’re finishing the Tour de France.

Feeling peckish? Reward yourself with a classic croque-monsieur, a hearty onion soup, and don't forget a delicious macaron for dessert. Be careful not to fall into clichés by eating your baguette with a beret on your head, thinking you're in the series Emily in Paris!

Don't wait 107 years and dream bigger. Running in Paris is magical!