Rennes Marathon

Rennes, France · October 18, 2026
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Cool conditions, moderate wind

Runners will face a temperature range from 45°F at the start to 57°F by the finish, with humidity around 77%. A headwind throughout at 13 mph may affect pacing, and runners should consider adjusting their effort as temperatures rise. Hydration will be key, especially in the later stages.

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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.

Race weekend

Saturday, October 17
8:00 PMWomen's 5K (3.1 mi)
9:15 PMMile Battle (1.0 mi)
9:30 PM10K (6.2 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2026 Rennes Marathon?

The 2026 Rennes Marathon will be held on Sunday October 18, 2026.

Is the Rennes Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Rennes Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Rennes Marathon?

The time limit for the Rennes Marathon is 5.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Rennes Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 57°F and a low of 46°F with a 26% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 5 years of data
Avg Temp
54°F
L:48° H:60°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
20%
1 of 5 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew49°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
46°/52°Light
9
2024
partly-cloudy-day
47°/61°-
8
2023
clear-day
48°/61°-
8
2022
partly-cloudy-day
59°/70°-
5
2021
cloudy
42°/57°-
9