©TOURS MARATHON 2023. Edition 09. Tours (37). Sunday 24 September 2023.|© Yves MAINGUY

The 2025 Tours Marathon A legendary route in the heart of the Loire Valley

Take part in the 2025 Tours Marathon for an exceptional race at the heart of the city’s world heritage. Challenge yourself on a 100% urban course between the Loire and the Cher, through the city’s historic monuments and natural areas.Take part in the 2025 Tours Marathon for an exceptional race at the heart of world heritage. Exceed your limits on a 100% urban course between the Loire and Cher rivers, through the city’s historic monuments and natural areas.

When is the 2025 Tours Marathon?

Note the date in your diaries: see you on Sunday 28 September 2025 for this new edition! The start will be given from the Place Anatole France, the nerve centre of the event. Runners will set off at 9.30am for a unique experience on the banks of the Loire.

Discover a redesigned course that will take you along rue Léon Boyer and the Quai Paul Bert in particular. Spectators will be able to cheer on the athletes all along the route, particularly from the Pont Napoléon, offering a breathtaking view of the race.

Aftermovie Marathon, 10 et 20 km de Tours - 22/09/2024

A 100% urban course between the Loire and Cher

Let yourself be carried away by the unique atmosphere of this exceptional course! The course takes you from the Institution Marmoutier to the Golf de la Gloriette, via the Lac de la Bergeonnerie. A urban crossing punctuated by the freshness of the Parc de Sainte Radegonde and the historic facades of the Basilique Saint-Martin.

Take advantage of the specially set-up encouragement zones along the Promenade de Florence, where families and supporters create a festive atmosphere right up to the finish line. Runners will particularly appreciate this circuit combining sporting performance and rich heritage, designed to offer optimal running conditions in an urban environment.

10km and 20km: races for everyone

Take up the challenge that suits you!The 10km takes you through the historic heart of Tours, with a remarkable passage in front of the Basilica of Saint-Martin and along the quays of the Loire. For the more seasoned runners, the20km offers two separate loops, with a unique crossing of the former Marmoutier Abbey.

Opt for a two-wave start at 11:10 and 11:30 for the 10km, while the 20km runners will set off from 10:30. Musical groups and encouragement zones punctuate these urban routes, notably at Place du Grand Marché where the famous “Monstre” will give you a boost of energy to cross the finish line.

Not to be missed in Tours

©Guinguette de Tours|ADT Touraine - L de Serres

Opening of the guinguette in Tours sur Loire

Les halles de Tours

Le Vieux Tours, Place Plumereau… historic districts that are alive and kicking!

The spectacular finish at Place Anatole France

Feel the fervour rise a notch over the last few metres! The Place Anatole France is transformed into a veritable open-air theatre, where the cheering of supporters creates an electrifying atmosphere. Massage stands await you in the recovery area, while volunteers welcome you with hearty refreshments: organic bananas, sultanas and energy drinks.

Experience an unforgettable moment in this specially equipped finish area, where live bands punctuate your final efforts. A free locker is available from 6.30 am to 2.30 pm for you to leave your personal belongings, allowing you to fully savour these moments of victory.

A running circuit in the heart of heritage

Contemplate the architectural wealth of Tours with every stride! The route reveals the hidden treasures of Vieux Tours, with its half-timbered facades and preserved medieval alleyways. Admire the majestic Saint-Gatien cathedral standing proudly in your path.

The Grand Théâtre welcomes you in its neoclassical setting, while 18th-century mansions line your route to the Prébendes d’Oé garden. Savour these unique moments when your sporting effort blends with 2,000 years of history, in a setting listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Cross the gates into the quartier Plumereau, the beating heart of historic Tours, where the old houses tell the story of the silk merchants and craftsmen of yesteryear. A unique running experience, between tufa stones and secret passages.

After the marathon Extend the experience

We can only suggest that you extend your stay by a few days!

Running in September: ideal conditions

Breathe in the invigorating air of the September matinees in Touraine! The average temperature of 18°C at the start offers optimal running comfort, while the morning coolness gradually gives way to a gentle warmth. The century-old plane trees on the banks of the Loire naturally protect you from the sun on many sections of the course.

The golden light of this period sublimates the tufa facades, creating a unique atmosphere for your race. Showers are rare in this season, with an average of just 3 days of rain over the month. The gentle breeze from the royal river is a pleasant accompaniment to your stride, without ever becoming an obstacle to your performance.

A perfectly balanced climate that makes the September marathon a privileged time to achieve your best performances in Touraine.