Marathon International in Deauville.
The Marathon International in Deauville runs along the Normandy coast: a start on the rue de la Mer, a loop through Tourgéville, Bénerville and Saint-Arnoult, and a finish on Deauville's wooden boardwalk. A hundred and thirteen metres of climbing over 42 kilometres sounds like nothing – yet two short hills at kilometre 9 and 30 still give the course a rhythm.
Marathon International in Deauville 2026: Course, Route Profile & Map
The gun goes at ten on the rue de la Mer in Deauville, effectively at sea level. The first six kilometres stay under ten metres, then the course lifts for the first time: between kilometre 7 and 9 it climbs to a good 23 metres, holds that height to kilometre 12 and then steps back down to the water over several undulations. The second and more pronounced hill sits between kilometre 29 and 31, with the course's high point at 26 metres.
After that the course is done. The final ten kilometres run effectively flat back into Deauville, and the last metres lead onto the Planches, the famous wooden promenade along the beach. In total 113 metres of ascent against 115 of descent, 84.5 percent of the course level, and not one rise the profile registers as a climb.
The route crosses the communes of the coastal district – Deauville, Tourgéville, Bénerville and Saint-Arnoult – so seafront, town crossings and the slopes of the Pays d'Auge behind them. 2026 is the 7th edition; the event drew around 11,000 entries across all distances in 2023. The marathon carries the FFA National Label and qualifies for the French championships. On environmental grounds the organiser has dropped the automatic finisher shirt and the plastic bags at the finish.
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Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Marathon International in Deauville.
Start under control
The course gives you two clearly separated sections, and both are regularly run wrong. The first six kilometres are absolutely flat and fast, the field is fresh, and the climb from kilometre 7 arrives exactly when your opening pace has settled. Run that flat introduction deliberately at goal pace, not under it.
Hold your rhythm
The race is decided on the second hill between kilometre 29 and 31. At around twenty metres it is objectively small, but it sits precisely where carbohydrate stores run thin, and it is followed by ten flat closing kilometres where nothing forces you to slow. Take it at even effort rather than even pace and you crest it with your rhythm intact.
Spend what is left
The trap is the coast. On the open seafront and the coastal roads the wind arrives unbroken, and in mid-November it can be worth more than any gradient the profile shows. In exposed sections run by effort rather than pace, deliberately find a group into a headwind, and treat the closing kilometres on the Planches as what they are: fast, but with no shelter.
Training plan for Marathon International in Deauville: 12-week build
Build the base
Expect 2:40 to 5:00. The demand is an even aerobic effort with two brief interruptions – over 84 percent of the course is level, and the two hills together take under ten minutes. Physiologically this is a flat marathon with two changes of rhythm.
Train race pace
Training therefore emphasises pace durability. Long runs of 28 to 32 kilometres with extended blocks at goal pace are the core work, run on flat tarmac because that is what the course is. You need no hill intervals; what you need is the ability to hold a pace for hours without the terrain reminding you of it.
Rehearse the course
The race-deciding phase begins at kilometre 29. Model it by adding a moderate one- to two-kilometre rise after two and a half hours of at least two long runs and then running twenty more minutes at race pace. That exact sequence – a short hill, then a flat run-in – is what decides the last ten kilometres in Deauville.
Arrive fresh
On conditions: mid-November on the Normandy coast means cool temperatures, high humidity and open wind along the seafront. Train in wind and wet so neither is new on race day, test clothing for a ten o'clock start in single-figure temperatures, and rehearse fuelling for a three-to-five hour effort.
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Everything about Marathon International in Deauville.
How long is Marathon International in Deauville?
Marathon International in Deauville is 42.2 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Marathon International in Deauville have?
Marathon International in Deauville has around 113 m of elevation gain over 42.2 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Marathon International in Deauville?
Marathon International in Deauville is classified as Flat, averaging 2.7 vertical metres per kilometre. 85% of the route is flat, 7% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 0% is steeper than 6%.
Is Marathon International in Deauville a loop course?
Yes, Marathon International in Deauville is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Marathon International in Deauville course?
Yes. The Marathon International in Deauville course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Marathon International in Deauville?
Preparation for Marathon International in Deauville should account for 42.2 km, 113 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Marathon International in Deauville?
The pacing strategy for Marathon International in Deauville should reflect 42.2 km, 113 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Marathon International in Deauville take place?
Marathon International in Deauville takes place on November 15, 2026.
Where does Marathon International in Deauville take place?
Marathon International in Deauville takes place in Deauville, France.
Which distances does Marathon International in Deauville offer?
Marathon International in Deauville offers 6 distances — Marathon: 42.2 km; Marathon relais à 4: 42.2 km; Marathon relais à 2: 42.2 km; Semi-Marathon: 21.1 km; 10 km: 10 km; 5 km chronométré: 5 km.
How do I register for Marathon International in Deauville?
Registration runs through the organiser: marathondeauville.fr. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
