Marathon des Capables

Imagine embarking on an 18-day journey through the heart of France, where each morning brings a fresh start and endless possibilities. Starting just outside Paris near Port-Marly, runners set off into a world of diverse landscapes and rich cultural experiences.
Each day begins with a briefing from your group leaders, outlining the route ahead and any weather or safety considerations for the day’s run. Distances range between 28 to 63 kilometers, offering both challenging days and more leisurely ones as you traverse forests, canals, towns, and villages along the way.
The Marathon of the Capables is not a race against time but an adventure shared with others who share your passion for running and exploration. As you progress through the stages, camaraderie builds among runners from all walks of life, creating bonds that extend beyond the finish line in Marseille.
Your journey takes you across France’s diverse regions: starting near Paris, passing through Fontainebleau forest, descending to Montargis and Gien on the Loire River. The route then moves into Burgundy with its rolling hills and vineyards before reaching Lyon, a city rich in gastronomy where runners can savor local delicacies.
From there, you head south towards landscapes that change dramatically: from plains dotted with wheat fields to golden vistas under blue skies, all while the accent of Provence fills your ears. Montélimar introduces nougat shops and an obligation to indulge; Avignon’s Palace of the Popes evokes medieval history; Salon-de-Provence offers fragrances of lavender and thyme.
As you near Aix-en-Provence and Marseille, the Mediterranean coast beckons with its iconic plane trees, fountains, southern rays, and that unmistakable iodine scent. This is a journey where every region’s charm, specialties, and landscapes come alive in an ultra-endurance setting.
Accessibility for all is at the core of this event: over 80% of the route is designed to accommodate runners with reduced mobility. Whether you’re in a wheelchair or have visual impairments, support from fellow participants and trained volunteers ensures that everyone can participate fully. The spirit of inclusivity fosters moments of pure magic as able-bodied runners assist those who need it most.
The Marathon of the Capables celebrates values such as mutual aid, respect, solidarity, and inclusion. Runners are encouraged to help one another through challenges and support each other’s decisions along the way. Friendships form effortlessly amidst shared experiences and collective progress towards a common goal: finishing together in Marseille transformed by this journey both physically and mentally.
Join runners from solo adventurers to corporate teams for an experience that transcends competition, embracing community and personal growth on every step of your 18-day adventure through France.