Boston: More than just a marathon
The cradle of the myth
The Boston Marathon is the oldest marathon in the world, established in 1897 , a year after the Athens Olympic Games. It quickly became a benchmark with its unique course and atmosphere.
SaintéLyon: The race of headlamps
Created in 1952 as a simple winter hike between Saint-Étienne and Lyon, the SaintéLyon was anything but a race at the outset. At that time, running at night in winter was almost utopian. The first participants, headlamps in hand and city shoes on their feet, braved the cold, the snow, and the slippery trails in a spirit of adventure and camaraderie.
Sierre-Zinal: The heart before the clock!
Sierre-Zinal: The heart before the clock!
Definitely the ex-Spiridonians have the art of the formula. It was Jean Claude Pons, the creator of the race who insisted twice during an interview in Wider magazine in 2021: "Sierre-Zinal is not trail running, it's a mountain race".
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Definitely the ex-Spiridonians have the art of the formula. It was Jean Claude Pons, the creator of the race who insisted twice during an interview in Wider magazine in 2021: "Sierre-Zinal is not trail running, it's a mountain race".
The Neuf-Brisach marathon (1971-2000)
This marathon is a forgotten legend, yet it is essential in our history. Thanks to our Spiridon archives and those of Neuf-Brisach Athlétisme , we are following in the footsteps of our pioneers.
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Marvejols-Mende, a look back at a legendary race
Marvejols-Mende is 22.4 km, 700 m of vertical drop, 2 passes, including the famous Goudard of 1,100 meters, dizzying descents in a grandiose natural setting. But it's not just that. It is also a story, an atmosphere, encounters. We tell you.
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Marvejols-Mende
On July 22, 1973, the departure from Marvejols-Mende is given under a bright sun against the advice of the authorities. 153 enthusiasts will contribute to the construction of a real myth. René Murat (1h21) and Denise Seigneuric (2h07) were the first winners.
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