Rennes Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool temps, light rain expected
Runners will face temperatures starting at 46°F and rising to 57°F by the finish, with a light rain expected throughout. Wind will be a factor, with a headwind during miles 7-11 and 18-22, requiring pacing adjustments in those stretches. With humidity at 82%, staying hydrated is crucial, and a light throwaway layer may be helpful during the pre-race wait.
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Race Info
The Rennes Marathon is a 42.195-kilometer race through downtown Rennes in Brittany, France, starting at Mail François Mitterrand and finishing at Esplanade Charles de Gaulle. The two-loop, mostly flat course passes the Vilaine riverbanks, the Parliament of Brittany and Rennes City Hall, and carries FFA gold label certification. Race weekend also includes a Saturday-night 10K and a women's 5K, with a marathon finisher cutoff of 5 hours 30 minutes. First run in 2011, the race funds tree planting based on the distance each participant covers.
