Paris Half Marathon

Paris Half Marathon 2018

4th March 2018

Duration: 2, 3 Nights Options Distance: Half Marathon

Run through the romantic charm of Paris. With a route that takes you through the streets of Paris and some of its most well known landmarks, it is no surprise that runners from all over the world choose to run this course.

The Paris Half Marathon or ‘Semi Marathon De Paris’ is an IAAF Bronze Label race which which attracts 40,000 runners from across France and the rest of Europe.

Be there.

Bookings for 2017 are now closed. Please sign upto our waitlist for 2018.

DETAILS
Famous for its iconic landmarks and romantic culture, Paris is a hot spot for tourists all year round. This iconic city comes to life when the streets are filled with over 35,000 runners, and thousands of supporters who gather to show their support for the annual Paris Half Marathon. With musical entertainment along the way, the Paris Half Marathon is a magical event in a wonderful city.
Trip Highlights
- Enjoy all that Paris has on offer, from the iconic Effiel Tower, to the quirky coffee houses and museums.
- Run a half marathon route that takes you past many of Paris’ iconic landmarks.
- Stay in the ideally located La Porte Doree
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Paris Half Marathon Event Details
Enjoyed by over 37,000 finishers in 2016, the Paris Half Marathon continues to grow in popularity year by year and it is easy to see why. Traditionally taking place in the East of Paris, runners make their way along the Avenues of the Bois de Vincennes and the boulevards and streets of the 12th arrondissement before heading into central Paris, looping around Hôtel de Ville city hall.
Due to the Paris Half Marathon now attracting around 40,000 people with over 4000 of these runners being from overseas, the start location has moved from the Charlety Stadium to the Parc Floral de Paris Botanic gardens.
Running enthusiasts, sponsors and exhibitors gather for the 2 days leading up to the Paris Half Marathon. Giving a huge amount of support for the runners as many spectators that line the Parisian streets to cheer you on with many musical events along the way. The course is relatively flat, allowing a significant number of runners to beat their personal bests. Every year, elite runners from Kenya or Ethiopia put in performances of international standard.
ITINERARY
The below information is based on 2017. 2018 to follow shortly.
The Paris Half Marathon offers the perfect chance to mix a weekend away in this iconic city with the added excitement of running a half marathon. Take a look at your running weekend trip away below:
Friday 03rd March – Arrive in Paris by your own travel arrangements and make your way to the Hotel De La Porte Doree. Dependent on your arrival time, you will have the opportunity to attend the marathon EXPO.
Saturday 04th March – Free day to explore the city of Paris. Whether you spend your day climbing to the top of the Eiffel Tower, grab a selfie in front of the Arc de Triumph or spend the day browsing the local shops and tasting the local cuisine. Today you will also have time to attend the marathon EXPO to collect your race pack.
Sunday 05th March – Half Marathon day. Today is the day. Grab your trainers as you take your spot on the Paris Half Marathon starting line. Finish your day with a celebratory drink and exploring more of Paris.
Monday 6th of March – After breakfast, check out of the hotel by 12pm where you will then have time to explore Paris before your return or onward journey.
Included in the package price:
- Your hotel stay at the Hotel de La Porte Doree near the start and finish area
- Bed and breakfast basis
- 2 or 3 nights accommodation (extra nights on request)
Not included in the package price (not exhaustive)
- Travel to Paris
- Transfers in Paris
- Race entry fee – optional extra
- Travel / medical insurance – visit our insurance page.
Race Entry Fee
Race Entry – £TBA
Please note: Compulsory Medical Certificate (see important information for further details).
HOTELS & PRICING

Hotel de La Porte Doree
You will stay at the Hotel de La Porte Doree which is excellently located for the start, finish and expo and the local attractions on offer. ...
Please contact our office if you have any questions on 0161 703 8161
Paris Half Marathon Hotels

Hotel de La Porte Doree
You will stay at the Hotel de La Porte Doree which is excellently located for the start, finish and expo.
The hotel is located to a few metro stops from the city’s main tourist centre and is close to the Bois de Vincennes. From the hotel, you can walk to the centre of Paris along the ancient Roman viaduct, transformed into an elevated garden. There are numerous bus and metro lines near the hotel that offer quick, easy access to the city’s top tourist attractions.
Rooms – Rooms are furnished with Henri II style antiques but with modern comforts. Each room is different with some rooms having period fireplaces.
Each room has: Individual heating, Free Wi-Fi, Courtesy tray, Telephone, Extra thick mattress cover, Wooden flooring, Flat screen LCD TV, Hairdryer, Extra soft towels, pillows and eiderdowns, Organic shampoos, shower gels and body lotions. 24 hour reception, Double glazing, Dock Ipod, DVD/Blue-Ray player (DVD collection available at the reception desk) and a safe.

Hotel location from the start and finish is 2.7km – Map Here
Hotel location from the EXPO is: 3.3km – Map Here
Public transport access: Métro : Château de Vincennes (Ligne 1) / Bus : 112
Hotel check-in is from 2:00 pm and check-out until noon.
Hotel Price
Do you want to take part in this great event but your friends or family are not into running or they can’t get time off work? Use our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another person so you don’t have to pay the sole occupancy supplement.
2 nights
Twin or Double Room
(Based on two people sharing)
£179.00
Single Room for sole occupancy
£328.00 per person
3 nights
Twin or Double Room
(Based on two people sharing)
£259.00 per person
Single Room for sole occupancy
£478.00
Extra nights available on request.
IMPORTANT INFO
How to Book
Please click on the book now tab at the top of this page. At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit per person plus any applicable entry fee. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest, 12 weeks before departure to avoid the cancellation of your trip.
Important Notice: Compulsory Medical Certificate
All events in France require you to present a medical certificate from your doctor with your entry stating there is no existing health problem preventing you taking part in a marathon. You will need to produce this certificate in Paris at the expo to pick up your race number. By visiting Sports Medical Certificates, you can enter your details for an online medical certification. Sports Tours International can accept no responsibility for failure to comply with this instruction, and no refunds will be given. Also, to run in the Paris Marathon, you must be born in or before 1994. If you enter and are under age, your entry will be rejected, but your travel package will remain valid. Find out more here.
Paris Sightseeing
Whilst in Paris, take in some of the famous sites this wonderful city has to offer. The best way to explore is by foot or by a guided tour which takes in may of the Paris’s most popular tourist attractions. Visit a Moulin Rouge Show, a Bateaux Parisiens Dinner Cruise (great for a Marathon Celebration dinner!), The Eifel Tower or take in a panoramic city tour. Click here for sightseeing in Pairs where you can view available trips and make a booking.
Single travellers and twin to share
We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another rider (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.
General, visa, passport and health information
For passport and visa information, please check the relevant section on this page: https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/passports. General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Click here for the latest travel advice for France, and click here for useful ‘know before you go’ information also from the FCO. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) issues travel advice on destinations, which includes information on passports, visas, health, safety and security and more. For all information relating to France, please click HERE.
Travel Insurance
For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
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Previous Question
Q. Like other events in France. Do you need a Medical Certificate.
A.
Yes , all events in France require you to present a medical certificate. Stating there is no contra indication to you taking part in a marathon
Q. How can I pick up my race number ?
A.
Race numbers are collected on arrival at the Expo. Full instructions will be detailed in your itinerary.
Q. How far is the hotel from the expo?
A.
The hotel is located around 3.3km from the expo.
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