Paris Marathon 2027: Entry, Hotels & Race Guide
ASICS Marathon de Paris · Paris
The Paris Marathon 2027 is currently scheduled for Sunday, April 11, 2027, and it is shaping up to be one of the most significant editions in the race's history.
The 2027 event marks the expected 50th edition of the Paris Marathon.
It also begins a new organizational era.
After decades under Amaury Sport Organisation, the City of Paris awarded the marathon and half-marathon concession for 2027-2030 to Cadence, a group involving Havas Events, Keneo and Avena Event.
The title sponsorship is also changing from Schneider Electric to ASICS Marathon de Paris.
Those changes mean runners should be especially careful with older Paris Marathon guides.
Many details from 2026 and earlier — including the exact course, Expo, registration process and operational procedures — should not automatically be assumed for 2027.
This guide separates what is currently known from what still needs to be announced.
Paris Marathon 2027 quick facts
| Detail | Paris Marathon 2027 |
|---|---|
| Current planned date | Sunday, April 11, 2027 |
| Distance | 42.195 km / 26.2 miles |
| Expected edition | 50th |
| City | Paris, France |
| New organizer | Cadence |
| Organizer concession | 2027-2030 |
| 2027 title | ASICS Marathon de Paris |
| 2027 registration | Expected around September 2026 |
| 2027 entry price | Not yet published |
| 2027 final course | Not yet published |
| 2027 Expo details | Not yet published |
| World Marathon Major | No |
| Recent field size | Nearly 60,000 runners in 2026 |
When is the Paris Marathon 2027?
The currently published date is:
Sunday, April 11, 2027
Because the race is transitioning to a new organizer for 2027, runners should still confirm the final date through official race channels before buying non-refundable travel.
The date is being widely used by tourism organizations, charities and marathon travel operators.
Is 2027 the 50th Paris Marathon?
It is expected to be.
The 2026 race was the 49th edition, making 2027 the natural 50th running of the event.
That milestone coincides with major changes to:
- organization
- title sponsorship
- registration
- potentially the course itself
That makes 2027 much more than a routine annual edition.
Is it still called the Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris?
No.
Beginning with the 2027 edition, the race is moving into the ASICS Marathon de Paris era.
Schneider Electric was the title sponsor through the previous organizational period.
ASICS has a long history of involvement with the Paris race and is taking over the title position as the new concession begins.
Older search results and travel guides may continue using "Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris."
When researching 2027, search for both:
- Paris Marathon 2027
- ASICS Marathon de Paris 2027
Who organizes the Paris Marathon in 2027?
The City of Paris awarded the 2027-2030 marathon and half-marathon concession to Cadence.
That consortium replaces the previous ASO organization.
This matters because runners should not assume every operational detail from earlier editions will carry over unchanged.
The new organizer has an opportunity to alter:
- registration
- course routing
- Expo operations
- runner services
- start organization
- sustainability initiatives
- spectator experience
When does Paris Marathon 2027 registration open?
Registration is expected around:
September 2026
As of August 24, 2026, the complete public registration process and price structure have not yet been released.
Do not rely on older 2026 pricing tables as if they apply to 2027.
Once registration opens, check:
- entry price
- registration tiers
- cancellation rules
- transfer rules
- medical-document requirements
- charity entry
- travel-partner packages
Does Paris Marathon use a lottery?
Historically, Paris has differed from heavily oversubscribed Majors such as London and Tokyo because standard places have generally been sold through registration rather than a traditional random ballot.
However, 2027 begins under a new organizer.
Use the official 2027 registration rules once Cadence publishes them instead of assuming the old process will remain identical.
Is Paris Marathon a World Marathon Major?
No.
Paris is one of the largest destination marathons in the world, but it is not an Abbott World Marathon Major.
The Major series currently includes:
- Tokyo
- Boston
- London
- Sydney
- Berlin
- Chicago
- New York City
- Cape Town
Paris still belongs on a serious destination-marathon shortlist because it combines enormous race scale with one of the world's most visited cities.
For the Major system itself, read the World Marathon Majors medal guide.
How many runners do the Paris Marathon?
The 2026 edition drew nearly 60,000 runners.
That puts Paris among the world's largest mass-participation marathons.
For travelers, that scale has consequences.
Expect heavy demand for:
- central hotels
- restaurants
- Expo transportation
- Metro service
- spectator areas
- airport travel
Book the parts of your trip that can be booked flexibly as early as practical.
Where does the Paris Marathon start in 2027?
The exact final 2027 course has not yet been published.
Historically, Paris runners have started on the Champs-Élysées near the Arc de Triomphe.
That is one of the most famous marathon starts anywhere in the world.
But because the 2027 race has a new organizer and potential course changes, do not treat the historical start as final until the official 2027 map appears.
Where does the Paris Marathon finish in 2027?
The exact 2027 finish is also awaiting the final course announcement.
Recent editions have finished around Avenue Foch, near the Arc de Triomphe.
That start-and-finish proximity made the western side of central Paris exceptionally convenient for runners.
For 2027 hotel planning, prioritize good Metro access and flexible booking until the official route is released.
What was the traditional Paris Marathon course?
Recent Paris courses have showcased many of the city's defining landmarks.
They have included areas around:
- Champs-Élysées
- Place de la Concorde
- Rue de Rivoli
- the Louvre
- Bastille
- Bois de Vincennes
- the Seine
- Eiffel Tower
- Bois de Boulogne
- Arc de Triomphe / Avenue Foch area
The exact sequence may change in 2027.
Use this only as travel context, not as the final 2027 turn-by-turn route.
Where to stay for the Paris Marathon
Because the 2027 route is still awaiting final publication, hotel selection should balance traditional race geography with excellent Metro access.
1. Arc de Triomphe / 8th arrondissement - best traditional race location
The western end of central Paris has historically been extremely valuable for marathon runners.
Advantages:
- close to the traditional start
- close to the traditional finish
- multiple Metro connections
- central sightseeing
- restaurants and hotels
The disadvantage is price.
This is premium Paris even without a marathon.
2. 16th arrondissement - quieter finish-side option
The 16th gives runners a calmer residential base while staying close to the traditional Avenue Foch finish area.
Advantages:
- quieter evenings
- close to western Paris
- good Metro access
- easy post-race possibilities if the traditional finish remains
3. Opéra / 9th arrondissement - excellent transportation
The Opéra area is a strong compromise for visitors.
You get:
- Metro connections
- RER access nearby
- airport-transfer options
- restaurants
- shopping
- central sightseeing
If the 2027 course changes, strong transportation becomes even more valuable.
4. The Marais - best for the wider Paris trip
The Marais is not necessarily the simplest pure race location.
It is, however, one of the strongest places to stay if the marathon is only part of your Paris trip.
Advantages:
- restaurants
- cafés
- nightlife
- central location
- historic streets
- Metro access
5. Saint-Germain / Latin Quarter - classic Paris base
This area works particularly well for travelers extending the race into a longer vacation.
It gives you:
- Seine access
- restaurants
- cafés
- museums
- central Paris atmosphere
Again, confirm the final 2027 start before choosing a non-refundable hotel solely around race-morning distance.
Paris Marathon hotel strategy
Before booking, compare:
- Metro station proximity
- number of transfers to the eventual start
- post-race route from the finish
- breakfast opening time
- cancellation terms
- late checkout
- airport access
- distance to the eventual Expo
For 2027 specifically, flexible cancellation is unusually valuable because the new organizer has not yet released all operational details.
Where to eat before the Paris Marathon
Paris offers almost unlimited restaurant options.
The challenge before a marathon is restraint.
Saturday dinner
Choose food you already know works for you.
Good categories include:
- pasta
- rice
- bread
- potatoes
- simple pizza
- familiar protein
Do not turn the evening before the race into your most ambitious French dining experience.
Save that for Sunday night.
Race morning
Buy your breakfast the day before.
Depending on your wave and hotel, a café or hotel restaurant may not open early enough.
A supermarket or boulangerie the previous afternoon makes preparation easy.
After the race
Now use Paris properly.
Options include:
- long bistro lunch
- steak frites
- French regional cuisine
- wine bar
- neighborhood restaurant
- celebratory tasting menu if you still have the energy
Reserve anything important.
Tens of thousands of runners and their families will be looking for the same meal.
Paris Marathon Expo 2027
The detailed 2027 Expo and race-pack collection schedule has not yet been published.
Do not copy an old Expo venue or timetable into your itinerary.
Once the organizer publishes the 2027 information, confirm:
- venue
- opening dates
- opening hours
- ID requirements
- QR code / confirmation requirements
- proxy collection policy
- whether race-day pickup exists
International travelers should give themselves enough arrival buffer to collect their race materials before the Expo closes.
Can someone else pick up my Paris Marathon bib?
The final 2027 rule has not yet been published.
Because the event is changing organizers, do not assume previous proxy-collection rules automatically apply.
Wait for the official 2027 participant regulations.
Is the Paris Marathon flat?
Paris is generally considered a relatively fast big-city marathon, but it is not Berlin-flat.
Historically, runners have encountered:
- gentle climbing
- descending
- tunnel ramps
- changing road surfaces
- turns
- sections through the Bois areas
The scenery can make the course feel easier than the elevation profile actually is.
Wait for the new 2027 map before building a detailed pacing strategy.
Is Paris a good marathon for a personal best?
Potentially.
Paris has produced fast performances and offers long sections of runnable city roads.
But PB potential depends on:
- exact 2027 course
- weather
- crowd density
- starting wave
- turns
- cobblestone sections
- tunnel ramps
If absolute speed is the priority, Berlin and Chicago remain more obvious travel choices.
If you want fast racing combined with a world-class vacation, Paris is exceptionally strong.
Paris Marathon weather
April in Paris usually means spring conditions.
Possible race-day weather includes:
- cool mornings
- rain
- wind
- mild afternoon temperatures
- occasional warmer conditions
Pack layers and wait until race week to make your final clothing decision.
Getting around Paris Marathon weekend
The Métro and RER should be the default transportation system.
Avoid planning to drive around the race course.
Road closures and tens of thousands of runners make cars and rideshares less predictable.
When choosing a hotel, a five-minute walk to a useful Metro station can be more valuable than saving a few hundred meters of straight-line distance.
Paris Marathon spectator strategy
Paris is excellent for spectators because the Metro can potentially connect multiple course areas.
Once the 2027 route is published, build a plan around:
- one early or mid-race viewing location
- one late-course location
- a precise post-race meeting point
Do not try to see your runner every few kilometers.
The transport time can quickly exceed the running time between viewing points.
Where should spectators meet after the Paris Marathon?
Avoid vague instructions such as:
"Meet me near the finish."
Pick:
- a hotel
- a specific café
- a named Metro entrance
- a recognizable landmark outside the secure finish zone
Large-event mobile networks can become congested.
What to do before the Paris Marathon
Paris can destroy your taper through sightseeing.
Keep the pre-race days controlled.
Seine cruise
One of the best marathon-weekend activities because you see the city while sitting down.
Tuileries Garden
Easy central sightseeing without turning the day into a 15-mile walk.
Museum
Choose one museum rather than trying to conquer the Louvre and half the city in one day.
Café
This is the rare trip where sitting at a café for an hour is legitimate race preparation.
What to do after the Paris Marathon
Seine cruise
Still one of the easiest options for sore legs.
Museum day
Move slowly and sit whenever you want.
Long lunch
Recovery activity and Paris experience at the same time.
Montmartre
Save the hills and stairs for after the marathon rather than before it.
How long should you stay in Paris?
A practical marathon itinerary could be:
Thursday: arrive
Friday: Expo once 2027 details are published
Saturday: light sightseeing and early dinner
Sunday: Paris Marathon
Monday: recovery sightseeing
Tuesday: major sightseeing day
Wednesday: depart or extend the trip
International runners may want another arrival day to manage jet lag.
Paris Marathon 2027 FAQ
When is the Paris Marathon 2027?
The currently published date is Sunday, April 11, 2027.
Because 2027 begins a new organizational concession, confirm the final date before making non-refundable bookings.
Is 2027 the 50th Paris Marathon?
It is expected to be the 50th edition.
What is the Paris Marathon called in 2027?
The race is entering the ASICS Marathon de Paris era after years of Schneider Electric title sponsorship.
Who organizes Paris Marathon 2027?
The City of Paris awarded the 2027-2030 concession to Cadence.
When does Paris Marathon 2027 registration open?
Registration is expected around September 2026.
Detailed pricing and entry procedures have not yet been fully published.
Is Paris a World Marathon Major?
No.
Paris is a major international destination marathon but is not part of Abbott World Marathon Majors.
How many runners race Paris?
The 2026 event drew nearly 60,000 runners.
Where does Paris Marathon 2027 start?
The final 2027 course has not yet been published.
Recent editions traditionally started on the Champs-Élysées near the Arc de Triomphe.
Where does Paris Marathon finish?
The exact 2027 finish remains to be confirmed.
Recent editions finished around Avenue Foch.
Where is the Paris Marathon Expo 2027?
The final 2027 Expo location and hours have not yet been published.
Where should I stay?
Strong options include:
- Arc de Triomphe / 8th arrondissement
- 16th arrondissement
- Opéra / 9th
- Marais
- Saint-Germain / Latin Quarter
Prioritize Metro access and flexible cancellation until the final route is announced.
Continue planning your marathon trips
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- Chicago Marathon travel guide
- NYC Marathon travel guide
- Sydney Marathon travel guide
- Cape Town Marathon travel guide
- Race weekend planning checklist
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The Paris Marathon is entering a new organizational period beginning in 2027. The April 11, 2027 date is currently published across race and tourism sources, while final registration procedures, course details, Expo operations and some race-day logistics remain subject to confirmation. This guide was updated August 24, 2026. Always verify final information through the official Paris Marathon channels before booking non-refundable travel. Claira is an independent travel-planning tool and is not affiliated with the City of Paris, Cadence, ASICS or the Paris Marathon.