Run the Paris Marathon with Personal Best Foundation
Paris Marathon
The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris offers a stunning route through historic streets and iconic landmarks — a truly unforgettable experience. Running for Personal Best Foundation adds purpose, supporting young lives through the power of sport.
The Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris is now sold out for general registrations. The good news is that you can still access one of our charity places so if you are interested in running for Personal Best Foundation then we would love to hear from you.
Applications now open
Sign up on our page on the Paris Marathon website. Link will take you to an external sign up page.
Date and Location
12 April 2026, Paris
Registration fee
£50
Minimum sponsorship
£750
Already got a place
Event Details
Run the 2026 Paris Marathon with Team Personal Best
Experience one of Europe’s most iconic races - the 2026 Paris Marathon takes place on Sunday 12 April, with a spectacular route that weaves through historic landmarks and world-famous boulevards in the heart of the French capital. While it’s not part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, Paris remains a bucket-list event for runners around the globe, combining world-class organisation with unforgettable scenery and atmosphere.
The public ballot for 2026 is now closed, but you can still secure your spot by running with Team Personal Best. Join us and make every mile count by supporting young people across the UK to access life-changing opportunities through the power of athletics.
Runners are required to be at least 20 years of age (by December 2025) to qualify to run Paris Marathon.
Apply now to run for a cause that helps children thrive and find their own personal best on and off the track.
What you get when you are part of the #TeamPersonalBest
- Free access to the Coopah App for the duration of your training which includes:
- Personalised training plans – tailored to your goals, experience and schedule
- Live coaching on the go
- 24/7 expert support
- Fundraising advice and support
- Personal Best Foundation running vest or t-shirt
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Application link will take you to an external page to apply.
EVERYONE HAS A PERSONAL BEST
But inequality and poverty put the chance to achieve it out of reach for around 4million children and young people across the UK.
So we’re tearing down barriers and levelling the playing field to make athletics more accessible to everyone. Because we know it has the power to change lives.