The Transléonarde organised in Finistère brings together on the same day four different events to be shared with family or friends, including a marathon. This race is also known and recognized for the beauty of the scenery in which it takes place, mainly by the sea

practical information

date: the Transléonarde is organized just before the summer and will take place on June 28, 2015. A pleasant way to end the season with a race by the sea

registration date: according to the organizers, it is still possible to register a few days before the race. However, for logistical reasons, it is obviously advisable to sign up as soon as possible.

maximum number of participants: for the moment, there is no limit. Each year, between 300 and 300 runners take part in the race and the number of participants increases steadily every year.

tariff: to participate in the Transléonarde, you need to count between 23 € and 30 €, depending on the date of registration.

registration: entries can be made online on the event site, but also by mail to the organizer.

other races: the Transléonarde also includes, on the same day as the marathon, a trail, several coastal walking events or a handisport event, with the ambition to meet the expectations of all sportsmen and women present on site. In addition, the half-marathon of the island of Batz is organized at the beginning of July in the same region

The course

interest: the Transléonarde marathon allows runners to discover the tip of Brittany through various communes with typical names such as: Plouescat, Goulven, Plounéour-Trez, Meneham or Guissény.

Difficulty: the marathon takes place on the seaside following the coast, so it is perfectly flat and rolling. However, there is a fairly steep downhill from the 5th kilometre onwards, which will give the riders some momentum.

unevenness: the course is rather flat and descending over the first few kilometres, it is a performance-oriented race that can be chosen by runners wishing to test themselves or beat their marathon record.

temperature: at this time of the year, it is quite mild in Brittany with temperatures varying between 12°C and 19°C. However, with a seaside course, you can expect a more or less strong wind

Refreshments: adapted refreshments are installed every 5 km during the marathon.

services at the finish: the Transléonarde is used to offering its runners a post-race meal on reservation with, in particular, a choice of traditional recipes

For more information, please visit the event website