Ekiden of Albi

Ekiden d'Albi (28e édition) is scheduled for Saturday 3 October 2026 with a night-time start at 20:00 from Place Sainte-Cécile in Albi. This city-centre ekiden relay runs through the historic heart of Albi and finishes close to the Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile, offering a distinctive nocturnal atmosphere. The event is presented as one of the most important ekidens in France and is an established annual relay on the local calendar.

The race follows the classic ekiden format covering the marathon distance as a six-person team relay (total 42.195 km). Teams run successive legs that combine short and longer distances to total 42.195 km, with the finish in front of the cathedral amid local spectator support. Entrants should consult the official event website for detailed regulations, parcours maps and registration information.