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Marathon International de Bessans

Name: Marathon International de Bessans
Start: 2026-01-10
End: 2026-01-11
Location: Bessans, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

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Bessans, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

calendar_today 10 Jan, 2026 – 11 Jan, 2026

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About the Event

Launch your Nordic season amidst postcard-perfect Alpine scenery at the 47th Marathon International de Bessans, scheduled for January 10-11, 2026. This iconic event offers premier cross-country skiing on the pristine, snow-sure trails of Bessans, with classic and freestyle marathon distances for competitive skiers and a welcoming "Just for Fun" category for those seeking a scenic tour. It's a vibrant weekend festival of winter sport, set against a breathtaking backdrop of snow-capped peaks and larch forests, where every glide marks the thrilling start to the year's Nordic calendar.

Join the celebration from January 10th for a perfect blend of athletic challenge and mountain festivity, complete with special accommodation offers and a lively village atmosphere. Whether you're chasing a podium, enjoying a family outing, or simply creating unforgettable memories on the snow, this marathon is the ultimate, sun-drenched winter rendezvous for skiers of all levels.

Races Offered

23 km FT

Jan 10, 2026

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Distance — 23K

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Type — Skiing

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09:45

42 km FT

Jan 10, 2026

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Distance — 42K

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Type — Skiing

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09:45

15 km CT

Jan 10, 2026

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Distance — 15K

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Type — Skiing

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10:00

30 km CT

Jan 10, 2026

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Distance — 30K

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Type — Skiing

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10:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Bessans.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat -6.7° / 0.9°

wb_sunny -11.2° / -2.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 5.4 /

water_drop 63.5%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat -6.7° / 0.9°

wb_sunny -11.2° / -2.6°

air 5.4 km/h

water_drop 63.5%

About Bessans

Bessans is a commune in the Savoie department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in south-eastern France. It is located in the valley of Maurienne and crossed by the Arc river. Nestled in the center of a former glacial through, it is renowned for its large Nordic skiing domain in the winter and for its trekking and mountain climbing opportunities in the Summer. Surrounded by lush fauna and flora, the village is characterised by its rich heritage, where wall paintings, Baroque chapels, engraved stones and artisan sculptors are inextricably linked. The legend of the Devil of Bessans represents the originality of this traditional culture that is still very much alive today.