Marathon du Cognac

Sat, Nov 14, 2026
France
Cognac
100% asphalt
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Road runs in France, Cognac

Distances

Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Start: Nov 12, 02:15 PM
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Start: Nov 12, 02:30 PM
56.00 EUR
Running
Half-marathon
21.1 km
Running
10.5 km
10.5 km
Start: Nov 12, 02:45 PM
56.00 EUR
Running
5 km
5 km
Start: Nov 12, 05:15 PM

About

The Marathon du Cognac is a conviviality challenge event held in Cognac, France, featuring marathon, half-marathon, 10.5 km, 5 km, and children’s races that combine running with wine, gastronomy, and regional discovery.

Catering & aid stations

On-course refreshment and water stations are provided at multiple points along the route.

Pacers

Pacemaker/Pacer information: during the event there is a marathon pace car for the Marathon and Half Marathon; refer to the startwave/target times communicated on event day (startwaves communicated at registration).

Surface mix

100% asphalt

Typical weather in Cognac

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan9°3°

↑ 08:39

↓ 17:42

Feb11°3°

↑ 08:05

↓ 18:27

Mar14°5°

↑ 07:14

↓ 19:07

Apr17°8°

↑ 07:15

↓ 20:47

May20°11°

↑ 06:30

↓ 21:26

Jun24°15°

↑ 06:11

↓ 21:53

Jul26°16°

↑ 06:27

↓ 21:48

Aug26°16°

↑ 07:02

↓ 21:10

Sep23°14°

↑ 07:40

↓ 20:13

Oct19°11°

↑ 08:18

↓ 19:16

Nov13°7°

↑ 08:01

↓ 17:31

Dec10°4°

↑ 08:36

↓ 17:18

Weather data by Open-Meteo

Route maps

What's included in entry

Official event garment
Marathon finisher medal
Pasta party on Friday

Third half (Saturday evening)
Children’s activities

Prices & signup

Half Marathon56.00 EUR
10.5 km56.00 EUR

FAQ

What are the age categories and maximum distances?

Masters/Seniors/U23 (20+): unlimited distance; Juniors (18–19): max 25 km; Youth/Cadets (16–17): max 15 km; Minimes (14–15): 5 km only.

When and where do I collect my bib?

Bib collection is Friday 13 November 2026, 11:00–21:00 at the venue; ID required. Race-day collection is not available.

Is registration possible on race day?

No. Registrations are only valid if completed before race day with payment and a valid license or FFA/health pass; no on-site registrations.

What should I know about timing and cut-offs?

Marathon has a 6h30 time limit. Key cut-offs: Jarnac Bridge (km 13) at 2h (11:15), KM 30 at 4h30 (13:45). Bicycle, rollerblade, or other accompaniment is prohibited.

What is included in the entry fee?

All participants receive a garment at bib collection and the Marathon finisher medal at the finish. The event includes pasta party, third half, and children’s activities.