Asics SaintéLyon 2026

If we summarize the situation: a one-way trip to Lyon, starting from Saint-Étienne, is not enough for you. Is that right? 😂

You got it! In this race, you'll start from Lyon to reach Saint-Étienne 🏃‍♀️. And, just after arriving at our Stéphanois friends' place, you'll turn around to return to the capital of the Gauls. In one direction then the other, you will therefore follow the route of the SaintéLyon. Beware of losing your bearings at the turnaround! 🥴

Along your route, you'll have the chance - what am I saying? - the privilege of discovering Soucieu-en-Jarrest. This charming town in the Southwest of Lyon, where a first refreshment stop will await you to refuel your energy! ⚡️

Then, after about thirty kilometers, you'll pass through the town of Sainte-Catherine, renowned for its tranquility and nature landscapes 🌳, far from the noise and bustle of large cities... You'll find yourself alone, facing yourself in the middle of nature, like the Robinson Crusoe of running, going from valley to valley ⛰.

After about fifty kilometers, you'll reach Saint-Christo-en-Jarez, where another refreshment stop will await you! But beware: although very charming, this small village could be your downfall 😅. Indeed, the winters are usually very harsh 🥶. You'll have to brave snow, fog, and gusts to cross this lovely village! ❄️

Finally, you'll arrive at Saint-Étienne! Is it already over? No, no, remember you signed up for a round trip! 😜 So, we take the same paths, the same trails, the same roads, and off we go for the return! 🦿

In the mood for a marathon or a trail? Not sure what you fancy? "La SaintéExpress" is a trail marathon: we assure you, you couldn't find anything better! 😜

Your journey will start at the small town of Sainte-Catherine, located halfway between Lyon and Saint-Étienne. Throughout your race, you will enjoy a slightly undulating terrain but the course will be generally downhill. With the Monts du Lyonnais as a backdrop, the scenery for your race will not disappoint! 🤩

Your first half of the race will take place between Sainte-Catherine and Soucieu-en-Jarrest, which you will reach at km 22. A first refreshment stand to recharge 🥤, will be waiting for you there! 🏃🏼‍♀️ For a bit of history (we love little anecdotes 😅), Soucieu-en-Jarrest was, throughout the 19th century, a major center for silk velvet weaving! 🐛 Today, the village mainly attracts tourists who come to admire the Aqueduct of the Gier built by the Romans 120 years after Christ!

Then, head towards Chaponost 🎩, where you'll get the chance to see the imposing Roman Aqueduct of the Garon at km 27, then the Aqueduct of Beaunant at the entrance of Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon. Note that these two aqueducts have long supplied water 💦 to Lugdunum (that is, Lyon in antiquity)!

The end of your race is nearing! After crossing the Saône, you will be able to see the Musée des Confluences in Lyon! 🦁 By the way, we highly recommend stopping by if you have a bit of energy 🔋 left after the race! You can learn a lot about life, science 🧬, and history there!

Finally, you will arrive at the Halle Tony Garnier to cross the finish line 🏁, cheered on by the crowd that has gathered en masse! 👏

Next year, will we see you at the SaintéLyon this time? 🤝

Warm clothes? 🧤 Ok! Headlamp? 🔦 Ok! You're ready for the SaintéSprint of 24 km. Well, spoiler alert 🚨: you most likely won't sprint the entire race 😅.

The start will be in Soucieu-en-Jarrest! Located to the southwest of Lyon, this charming town, once home to intense silk weaving activity, is now loved by tourists visiting the Gier Aqueduct built by the Romans 120 years after Christ! 🫠

Your race will mostly begin downhill, except for a small boost at km 4. In the heart of the 7th kilometer, you'll cross the road of the Roman Garon Aqueduct. After conquering a nice slope, you'll head towards Chaponost to enjoy 6 km of smooth and obstacle-free running 🥰.

👉 Then head towards Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, a charming town southwest of Lyon, where nature is still omnipresent! It's a real haven of peace ☮️ sheltered from the hustle and bustle of the city! You will then pass by the magnificent Beaunant Aqueduct, before tackling the last 6 km, where the gradients (both positive and negative) will be plentiful.

After crossing the Saône and then the Rhône, you'll finish your journey at the Halle Tony Garnier, under the applause of the crowd gathered in large numbers! 💃🏻

Want to participate in this wonderful event ⭐, but don't feel ready to start your race with our friends from St. Étienne? No problem, the SaintéTic won't ask you to! You'll have 13 km of relatively smooth paths 🛼 ahead of you, between Chaponost and Lyon.

You will begin your adventure in Chaponost, a town southwest of Lyon, known for its Roman aqueduct, an aqueduct 2,000 years old that once supplied Lugdunum (Lyon in ancient times) with water! 💦

Then, after your departure, you'll head to the magnificent Beaunant Aqueduct. For your information, this aqueduct was built under Hadrian in 120 AD and brought water to Lyon from the Pilat massif! 🤓 Attention! ⚠️ Mid-race, you'll face a nice climb at the height of Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, shortly before arriving in Lyon 📈.

At km 11, you'll cross the Saône with all the energy ⚡ you have left, remembering to look up and admire the Museum of Confluences, Lyon's natural history museum! 🦖 We also recommend a visit there, you'll learn a lot about ancient societies, the origin and future of humanity, and the sciences!

Finally, after a few strides over the Rhône on the Raymond Barre bridge, you will finally reach the Halle Tony Garnier for a grand finish! 👏