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Challenge sur Route de France

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Cernay-la-Ville, Centre-Val de Loire, France

calendar_today 04 Jan, 2026

About the Event

Kick off the racing season at the historic 1er Challenge sur route de France in the scenic town of Cernay-la-Ville on Sunday, 4th January 2026. As the namesake "First Road Challenge of France," this event offers a classic and accessible start to the year with distances for every runner, from a competitive 10km to a full, traditional marathon. Set against the serene backdrop of the Yvelines countryside, the routes promise crisp winter air, quiet country roads, and a fantastic, community-focused atmosphere ideal for setting new personal benchmarks. With remarkably affordable entry fees and the unique option of a team relay marathon, it’s a perfect opportunity for friends, running clubs, and solo athletes to come together and celebrate the pure joy of road running. Embrace the challenge, enjoy the vibrant camaraderie, and cross the first finish line of 2026 in an event that truly honors the foundational spirit of French running culture. Lace up for an authentic and memorable racing experience where tradition meets a fresh start.

Races Offered

Marathon

Jan 04, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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08:45

Marathon Relay

Jan 04, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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08:45

Half Marathon

Jan 04, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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09:15

10 km

Jan 04, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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09:45

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Cernay-la-Ville.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 1.2° / 6.7°

wb_sunny -3.3° / 2.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 15.4 /

water_drop 87.7%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 1.2° / 6.7°

wb_sunny -3.3° / 2.2°

air 15.4 km/h

water_drop 87.7%

About Cernay-la-Ville

Learn more about the host city, Cernay-la-Ville.

Cernay-la-Ville is a commune in the Yvelines department in the Île-de-France region in north-central France.

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Challenge sur Route de France

About the Event

Races Offered

Marathon

Marathon Relay

Half Marathon

10 km

Weather Overview

About Cernay-la-Ville

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