Running Surface on the Champs ÉlyséesThis section of the course is constructed of cobble stones. They are large (about 4" square on the surface) and asphalt filling has been put in around them making the running surface quite smooth. The same is true for Avenue Foch where the Finish Line is located. The entire marathon course is (as of this writing) in good condition. Incidentally, one of the reasons the asphalt was applied to the surface was to prevent the stones from being picked up and thrown during periods of civil unrest. They are small enough to handle, but heavy enough to be a deadly weapon. (rs) |
Start Line Announcer-LanguageThe Paris Marathon is attended by runners from many countries. Primary among them are English, American, Italian, Spanish and German citizens - and that is just a few. Important announcements leading up to the start gun are repeated in several languages, including English. The course is marked in kilometers with mile markers at selected locations. (rs) |
Race Day: 1st 3 Kilometers
The red line on the map marks the course from the race start through the approximate position of the three kilometer mark. Green circles (Friends and Family) identify the location of subway stations along the route. Place the mouse pointer over the circle to display the name of the station. Click on the name to view information on trains that are appropriate for those interested in following the progress of their runners across the course. Blue circles (Video Segments) mark the location at which the video segments listed in the viewer on this page were produced. Purple squares (Points of Interest) identify locations, buildings and monuments of historical or practical interest.