Running still offers some pretty amazing opportunities... Running along Lake Annecy, having it all to yourself for a moment, can you imagine? 🤩 Well, that's now possible thanks to the Brooks Marathon du Lac d'Annecy! For its 46th edition, the event will take over the city on April 24 and 25, 2027 🌄. So lace up your sneakers, put on your socks and sunglasses, because a great program awaits you ⏲️.
The association behind the Brooks Marathon du Lac d'Annecy is none other than Annecy Haute Savoie Athlétisme 😁. It has organized the race since 1980, which gives it quite a bit of experience, doesn't it? 😉 Now, the Brooks brand, which gives the event its name, brings its running expertise to the AHSA. Good news: you can count on a top-notch organization 🫸, used to the buzz. And speaking of buzz, we can assure you that in Annecy, you'll get a full dose of emotions: the ones that motivate you, the ones that stress you out a little, but above all the unique emotions that running brings 🤗.
Participants will have a choice of several formats to join the party 🤟. The first race hardly needs an introduction: the marathon 👑, scheduled for Sunday, April 25. A somewhat special marathon, because it's an out-and-back course! ➰ Runners will make their U-turn at Doussard. On Saturday, April 24, it's time for the half marathon, also an out-and-back. Also on the menu: a 10 km on Saturday, as well as a 5 km on Sunday. And even the little ones will be part of this great celebration with kids' races organized on Saturday 🤏. Finally, for those who like to take their time to enjoy the scenery, you can sign up for a Nordic walk. Well, as you can see, there are lots of events, so you really have no excuse: there's bound to be a format made for you.
Beyond the sporting side, in Annecy, the setting is above all incredible. Running along the lake, among the mountains, with a great many supporters on the roads, because the atmosphere is always there in Annecy! 🥳 So, after the race, you can take the time to unpack your bags for a few days in the Venice of the Alps 🎭. You'll see the city in a different light, without the euphoria of the race. The calm of the surrounding nature does the rest. There are plenty of activities to do depending on what you feel like. For example, we recommend heading to the Col de la Forclaz, where you can admire magnificent sunsets, almost with your head in the stars!
In short, the Brooks Marathon du Lac d'Annecy goes beyond a simple race: above all, it offers an experience 🏁. On the program: a moment of conviviality and solidarity with your loved ones, but also with the other runners throughout this weekend 😘.
So come on, the Brooks Marathon du Lac d'Annecy is only waiting for you! 🙏
The race will start at 8:30 AM ⏲️, from Le Pâquier, across from the lake 🚣. Runners will take their first strides right in the heart of the city🏃➡️ , with supporters coming out in large numbers to watch this great show 🤹♀️. They will follow the bike path that runs along the lake for a large part of the race 🚴♂️. Note that the marathon is organized as an out-and-back course. During the race, participants will pass through Sevrier, Saint-Jorioz, Duingt and finally Doussard where they will make their turnaround ⏪. This marathon is fast and flat and conducive to setting a record 🦸♀️, you're going to run at full speed! ⚡ The advantage of an out-and-back is that you know the way, so give it everything you've got on the return 🤯. You'll have a few turns before crossing the finish line to finish tiring out your legs 🦵, but Le Pâquier will finally be yours in just a few meters. Congratulations on this race, you are officially a marathoner! 🤩
The half marathon works the same way as the marathon: an out-and-back ➿. But this time the runners will go as far as Saint-Jorioz before turning around. This half marathon is also very fast and ideal for rocket speeds 🚀. Well, take a little time to admire the scenery, because we promise you it's magnificent! 🤩 Supporters will be out in force along the course 🥳, especially at the start and the finish in the very center of Annecy. Before crossing the finish line you'll even catch a glimpse of the famous Pont des Amours ❤️. A few more meters and you'll finally pass under the finish arch, well done 🥹.
10 km is the perfect format to discover Annecy! 🥰 As for the course, the runners will mainly stay around Le Pâquier, but they will still take a peek at the edge of the lake 💧. They will pass in front of the imposing Impérial Palace hotel in Annecy, before passing the small Albigny beach, which offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains ⛰️. After a few strides on the greenway, you will have to turn around and give everything you have left before crossing the finish line, to the applause of the many supporters present! 🥳
Get ready for a 5 km run in an exceptional setting 🖼️. Almost the entire course runs along the edge of the lake 🚣, with a breathtaking view of the mountains 🏞️. Runners will turn around at the small Albigny beach before dashing to the finish line! 🏁
Bib pick-up takes place at the Marathon Village, at Le Pâquier, in the days leading up to the race. The 2027 schedule will be announced by the organizers.
2027 info coming soon. The kids' race is run without a bib: there is no need to go to bib pick-up with your children.
A medical certificate is not required, but you must present an FFA license or an FFA Health Prevention Pathway (Parcours Prévention Santé, PPS), valid for one year and available at pps.athle.fr. With a license, you just need to enter your license number when registering.
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