The Route
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Each leg on Run2Paris is an event by itself. Urban road running, trail running, hills, forests, it's got the lot. Every stage is different and one of the joys of the event is sitting down as a team and working out who runs which leg, each day. Your route pack will be sent out ahead of the event giving you all you need ahead of the event.
Wednesday: Day 0
Team kick-off
Kick things off the night before (10 September 2025) with registration and a safety briefing at our event hub in London. Gather with your mates, swap tactics, and get buzzing for the epic journey ahead. It’s the perfect way to set the tone!
Thursday: Day 1
The journey starts
Feel the thrill alongside the iconic Wimbledon Tennis Club as Runner 1 grabs the baton and sets off. Each leg is roughly a half-marathon (~12 miles), giving runners 2–5 time to soak up the vibe, nip into a local café for a brew, or explore while heading to the changeover points. As your team charges toward the coast, runners 3, 4, and 5 take the baton, wrapping up at the Day 1 basecamp. Dig into a hot meal, maybe enjoy a cheeky isotonic beer (non-drivers only), and settle in for a cracking night on the overnight ferry to France. Shared cabins on the Newhaven-to-Dieppe crossing add a proper adventure vibe—road trip mode fully on!
Friday: Day 2
Bonjour, France!
Hit the ground running after an early ferry disembark, tackling a short, fast, and flat 10k leg through gorgeous French countryside. Pass chateaux, charming cafés, and rolling fields—don’t miss the views. With an early finish, you’ll arrive at basecamp by early afternoon. Your tent’s ready, so chill out, have a nap, or join a gentle yoga session. Dinner in a picturesque village hall, complete with local grub and optional massage, preps you for Day 3.
Saturday: Day 3
The Queen stage
This is the big one—tough, long, and absolutely stunning. The Queen Stage pushes your limits but rewards you with jaw-dropping scenery. Reaching the campsite tonight with your mates feels like pure triumph. The route today is out of this world, stunning French villages, rolling countryside and some brutal climbs. You will dig deep, your team will carry you through and the reward is that Paris awaits tomorrow.
Sunday: Day 4
The grand finale
The finish line is in sight! Power through the final half-marathon legs (~12 miles each), then reunite as a team for the final mile. All five of you charge the last mile together, crossing the finish line alongside the Eiffel Tower. You’ve just Run2Paris—savour that buzz! Celebrate at the local bar we’ve booked, then choose your vibe: head home on Monday or stay longer to soak up Paris. Your return ferry from Dieppe to Newhaven is booked for Monday (15 September), but let us know if you want to tweak your plans.
Monday
Coming home
Your entry fee includes a return ferry ticket for your team car on Monday (15 September). As you drive back, you’ll realise just how far you’ve run—together. The journey home is a chance to reflect on the epic memories you’ve made.
Join the adventure
Run2Paris is about pushing limits, sharing laughs, and going further with your mates. It’s the road trip of a lifetime, achievable for runners of all levels, and the ultimate bucket-list tick. Done a 10k? Smashed a half? This is your next chapter. Sign up today at run2paris.co.uk and run to Paris with your crew!
