Come and run the Original French Ecological Marathon, the Marais Poitevin Maraisthon ...in Coulon near La Rochelle, Poitou-Charentes, France.

Coulon on the river Sèvre Niortaise, one of the most beautiful villages of France is at the heart of the Marais Poitevin, a mosaic of marshes, canals and meadows rich in wild life, known as the Green Venice, invites you to celebrate its ecological event...

   - The Marathon is approved by the "Regional FFA". Each participant receives a free Ride in a Punt, a free visit to the " Marais Poitevin" museum, a free item from the Maraisthon line of clothing and a surprise Ecological gift...

   - A 10 kilometer Run with an organic breakfast at the finishing line, Each participant receives a surprise Ecological gift...

   - An 11 kilometer Guided Walk. To discover the local flora and fauna and planned to meet up along the way with the runners of the Marathon.

An Exhibition Village near the river. Refreshments and Stands relevant to Green Issues, Sustainable Development and Ecology.

An Organic Pasta Party. Held the night before the Marathon, including Musical entertainment.

A Display of Electric Vehicles. Cars, Vans, Cycles.

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40 Entry numbers will be randomly drawn for prizes of: Gold Ingots, boxed prestige Champagne, Dinners...in starred restaurants.

THE MARAISTHON PLUS POINTS...

- A large 4 acre parking 150 feet from the starting and finishing line.

- A flat and shaded circuit with 60 % of the run on fine gravel paths, set at the heart of the Green Venice.

- A choice of Pace setters from 3h, 3h30, 4h, 4h30, up to 5hours.

- A touristic village with many restaurants, Bed and Breakfasts, Gites and shops. You can take full advantage of your visit by hiring bicycles and punts to discover the Marais Poitevin recently awarded the status of GRAND SITE DE FRANCE.

- A short 45 minutes drive to the Atlantic coast, La Rochelle and the Ile de Ré.