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Dimanche 30 mai 2026

Marathon-eXperience

Date

Dimanche 30 mai

Distance

38 to 42 km*

Vertical rise

1,600 to 1,800 m

Registrations

Automne 2026

  • *The exact distances and gradients will be communicated once we have the necessary administrative authorizations.

THE Marathon-experience

An original route

Not everyone is lucky enough to be able to train in the mountains, so taking on a trail race with steep climbs can sometimes be a bit scary. That's why the marathon-eXperience was born, to allow everyone to come and get some mountain eXperience. No minimum level is required, but a good dose of motivation will get you to the finish line!

But don't forget, you have to train, run on the flats and downhills to pass the time barriers, it's still a Race.

The marathon-eXperience will cover a distance of 40 km, starting and finishing in Annecy, and will take in an iconic viewpoint at an altitude of over 1,500 m at the summit of the Semnoz. The route will be a loop to limit the number of bus and car journeys.

More on the Race

Race profile

Departure point :

The exact starting point will be given to you a few days before the event, along with the route map.
You can take the MaXi-Village as your geographical reference point. The start of the Marathon-eXperience will be close to the village.
 
“The SAS values” are provided for informational purposes only; some variations may occur. Additionally, the SASs were established on October 31 based on your Betrail performance index at that time. It is not possible to change your SAS, even if your Betrail index has increased or decreased since that date.
 

Departure time: 

  • 6h00: Wave 1 (SAS 1) - Over 55 Betrail points 
  • 6:05 am: Wave 2 (SAS 2) - 51 to 54 Betrail points 
  • 6:10 am: Wave 3 (SAS 3) - 48 to 50 Betrail points 
  • 6:15 am: Wave 4 (SAS 4) - 45 to 47 Betrail points 
  • 6:20 am: Wave 5 (SAS 5) - 43 to 44 Betrail points 
  • 6:25 am: Wave 6 (SAS 6) - 41 to 42 Betrail points 
  • 6:30 am: Wave 7 (SAS 7) - 39 to 40 Betrail points 
  • 6:35 am: Wave 8 (SAS 8) - 34 to 38 Betrail points 
  • 6:40 am: Wave 9 (SAS 9) - 00 to 33 Betrail points 
The SAS will open 20 minutes before the SAS departure time.

Your Race time will start when you cross the start line.
Time barriers are calculated from the start time of the last wave.
Failure to respect the SAS and/or start wave will result in sanctions, including disqualification from the Race as indicated in the regulations.

Lieu d’arrivée : à l’intérieur du MaXi-Village

Hourly barriers calculated for an index of around 40 Betrail points .

  • No Bib will be issued on the day of the Race.
  • Bib picked up the day before the Race Saturday, May 30).
  • One month before the Race, you must reserve your time slot on your personal space.
  • Collection point: MaXi-Village in the Marquisats parking lot (Annecy)

Race Bib Pickup Bib

  • You must pick up your Bib person, along with all required documentation, during your assigned time slot.
    • An email confirming your Bibs pickup, Bibs your Bib time, your Bib number Bib the note “Application Approved: YES.”
    • your photo ID
    • Note: For relay races, the team captain may collect the Bib all team members.
 
  • If you are unable to pick up your Bib in person, you may, upon request for an exemption, have a third party pick it up on your behalf by presenting a specific document (requests for exemptions must be submitted by email to inscriptionmaxirace@gmail.com by May 15).
    • In this request for an exemption submitted via email, you must explain why you cannot attend and provide your information (Race, registration number, and the name of the person who will pick up your Bib). 
    • If your request is approved (you’ll usually hear back within 72 hours), Valérie will send you a form to fill out 
    • On the day and at the time of your Bib pickup, this person must bring the original document (no copies), your ID (no copies), and their own ID to the Bibs pickup area. A staff member will ask you for these documents, and we will retain the original handwritten “power of attorney” document.

Bib recovery: how does it work?

To limit overcrowding and large gatherings, we have set up time slots for Bibs pickup Bibs reservations can be made from April 23 to May 22).
We have allocated 30% more spots than the number of registered participants and have doubled the number of available time slots compared to previous editions, to offer you greater flexibility in choosing your time slot.

Please note the following information:

  • For each Race, several slots are available with limited numbers of places, so the earlier you make your choice, the more possibilities you'll have.
  • As long as a time slot is displayed, it means there are still spots available. Once you’ve made your selection, REMEMBER TO SUBMIT (at the bottom of the form)!!! Otherwise, your selection won’t be saved!!!
  • Once you have made your choice, you can change it before the response deadline (May 22).
  • Because of the possibility of changing slots, it is possible that a full slot will be reopened, but the organization has no visibility on this.

 

PLEASE NOTE: You will not be able to access the gym where race Bibs are picked up Bibs a stroller, as there are stairs.

  • For the Semnoz "base camp" area, guides and assistants can access it by bus (option to be purchased via the online store) or by their own means (bike, car, etc.). New 100% private bus system, different from 2025. Activities for children and families, cheese tasting, refreshments, and more will be available. A special bus service will be set up from Annecy to make it easier for you to get there. 
  • All mobility information on this page: https://www.maxi-race.org/mobilite/

Podium

eXperience trail

  • There's no podium in this format, as it's a Race eXperience.

Prizes by category

No podium and no category rankings.