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Semi-marathon du Grand Fond Bressan

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Bourg-en-Bresse, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

calendar_today 01 Mar, 2026

About the Event

Experience a classic French racing Sunday at the 43rd Semi-marathon, 10km & 5km de Bourg en Bresse on Sunday, 1st March 2026, a trio of officially labeled and competitive races in the heart of the Ain department. The flagship event is the long-standing 21.1 km semi-marathon, accompanied by the 26th edition of the 10 km and a second year for the new 5 km course, all serving as qualifiers for the French National Championships. Organized by a dedicated local committee, the event attracts a serious field of club runners and competitive amateurs aiming for fast times and qualification on the certified city routes. While details for the 2026 edition are still developing, participants can expect professional timing, a vibrant atmosphere, and the traditional French racing spirit that celebrates both performance and community. The event also proudly supports the local Banque Alimentaire de l'Ain, adding a charitable dimension to the day's competition. Mark your calendar for this early spring highlight in Eastern France, where every stride counts towards national ranking and personal achievement on the streets of Bourg en Bresse.

Races Offered

10 km

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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09:00

Semi marathon

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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09:00

5 km

Mar 01, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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11:30

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Bourg-en-Bresse.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.6° / 13.8°

wb_sunny 1.0° / 10.3°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.5 /

water_drop 72.9%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 4.6° / 13.8°

wb_sunny 1.0° / 10.3°

air 11.5 km/h

water_drop 72.9%

About Bourg-en-Bresse

Learn more about the host city, Bourg-en-Bresse.

Bourg-en-Bresse is the prefecture of the Ain department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in Eastern France. Located 70 km (43 mi) northeast of Lyon, it is the capital of the ancient province of Bresse. In 2018, the commune had a population of 41,248.