The 47th edition of the Paris-Versailles running race will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, bringing thousands of participants to France’s iconic autumn road racing calendar for a demanding 16.2-kilometer challenge connecting the Eiffel Tower to the Palace of Versailles.
Race Date, Schedule, and Practical Information
Often called “La Classique,” the Paris-Versailles 2026 event sets its main proceedings for September 27, 2026. Runners must collect their race numbers in advance at the Cité des Sports in Issy-les-Moulineaux on Friday, September 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., or on Saturday, September 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. On race day, cloakroom facilities open at 8:15 a.m. at Quai Jacques Chirac. The competition begins with a handisport start at 9:50 a.m., followed by the preferential starting wave at 10:00 a.m., and subsequent waves departing until 11:00 a.m.
Course Layout and On-Course Support
The 16.2 km route traces a historic path from central Paris past major landmarks before finishing on the grounds of the Château de Versailles. To help runners sustain their energy across the challenging course layout—which includes notable elevation changes such as the famous Côte des Gardes—organizers have positioned official refreshment stations at kilometers 5.4, 8.4, and 13.4, as well as at the finish line, providing water and refreshments. Every official finisher receives a commemorative medal and a post-race snack bag, while a formal trophy ceremony concludes the day’s events.
Registration, Requirements, and Entry Fees
Registration for the 25,000 available bibs takes place exclusively online via the official Paris-Versailles website. Participants must present either a valid FFA (French Athletics Federation) competition license or a medical certificate of no contraindication to competitive running dated within the past year. Pricing tiers for entry break down into distinct phases: a preferential rate of 34 euros available through April 30, 2026, a standard rate of 38 euros starting May 1, 2026, and official secondary resale bourse options priced at 45 euros until August 15, 2026, increasing to 49 euros after August 15, 2026.
Next Steps for Participants
Registered runners should monitor the official portal for final wave assignments and any last-minute logistical updates ahead of the September bib-pickup window at Issy-les-Moulineaux.
