Marathon des Landes

Marathon des Landes is a series of road running and walking events held in Mont-de-Marsan, located in the Landes department of southwest France. The event offers participants a full marathon, a half marathon, a 10 km race, and a walking option, catering to a range of running abilities beyond just marathon specialists. Stade Montois Omnisports organizes the event, with the club being affiliated with the French Athletics Federation. The course is situated in the Landes region, with Mont-de-Marsan positioned between the Pyrenees mountains to the south, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the nearby Landes forest known for its maritime pine trees. The marathon is presented as the more challenging route, while the half marathon follows a varied course suitable for both recreational runners and those aiming for a specific time. The 10 km race can be approached competitively or as a leisurely run, and the walking event supports a charitable cause.