Semi-marathon sylvanais - Verrières-en-Anjou 2027

The Semi-marathon Sylvanais is a road half marathon held in Verrières-en-Anjou, a commune in Maine-et-Loire formerly known as Saint-Sylvain d’Anjou. Taking place in March, it serves as the primary event of the local Sylvanais gathering, with a 10 km race also available. Participants can compete in the half marathon individually or as part of a relay team, diversifying the field of runners on the course. Conditions can vary significantly; historical accounts suggest a range from clear spring weather to wet running conditions. The course begins and ends near chemin du Brossay, adjacent to bib pickup. It proceeds through the town center and onto communal roads, utilizing paved city streets. The route is generally described as flat with few significant challenges. Earlier iterations featured three 7 km circuits, while the current format uses two laps. Registration filled ahead of projections, with approximately 900 half-marathon entries noted in the source material. The organizers cap the number of participants for safety reasons on the circuit. The event is recognized by the FFA, allowing licensed runners to use it as a qualifying race for the French half-marathon championships, attracting both local participants and athletes aiming for an official time.