Brooks Marathon du lac d’Annecy

The Brooks Marathon du lac d’Annecy is one of France’s most recognizable spring road-racing events and a standout destination race for runners drawn to dramatic natural scenery. Organized by Annecy Haute-Savoie Athlétisme and held in Annecy, France, the event is built around the striking setting of Lake Annecy, where runners race between water and mountains in one of the country’s most visually distinctive race environments. The weekend format adds to its appeal: rather than centering only on the marathon, the event also includes a semi-marathon, 10 km, 5 km, Nordic walking, and youth races, creating a broad and festival-like atmosphere that works for serious competitors, recreational runners, and traveling groups alike.