The 15 km of Le Puy is an internationally renowned hiking race. The event takes place in the heart of Puy-en-Velay and consists of a loop to be completed twice. The thousands of spectators present do not spare their encouragement and, upon arrival, all competitors are invited to taste local products.
The 15km Internationals
The flagship event of Puy-en-Velay
It’s the start of spring event in Puy-en-Velay! The 15km Internationaux du Puy-en-Velay walking race launches the season in May and starts on the legendary Place du Breuil. It takes place in the heart of the city and 4 race formats are offered, with courses for children, young people over 1000 meters and 2000 meters. A 5km race allows you to set foot on the asphalt of Puy-en-Velay before the main event of the day: the 15km Internationaux du Puy!
AN INTERNATIONAL LABEL
The international label is renewed for the Puy-en-Velay 15 kilometer international race. It should be noted that only 3 events in the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes region benefit from this distinction: the Pastourelle and the Beaujolais marathon. The 5km event benefits from the regional label.
4 courses for everyone
in the heart of the city
Accessible to as many people as possible thanks to its different distances, the 15km Internationaux du Puy race is a large gathering of runners ready to take on the challenge. A physical challenge for some, a group race for others, the race is above all a friendly day where runners and spectators take possession of the Ponote city.
the different races
- THE PUY INTERNATIONAL 15KM
- THE WELDOM 5KM
- THE 2KM EDF – YOUTH RACE
- THE 1KM EDF YOUTH RACE
The 15 km Internationaux du Puy are a reference in France in the field of road racing. For the quality of the field proposed and for the enthusiasm aroused by the event. All participants are sensitive to the extraordinary atmosphere that reigns throughout the course.
Great champions
at Puy-en-Velay
The 15km International race is a benchmark in Auvergne Rhône-Alpes. This is evidenced by the international label it obtained from the French Athletics Federation for the quality of its organization but also the results and performances obtained by the runners. In the region, only 3 races have this label: the Pastourelle and the Beaujolais marathon and therefore the 15km du Puy.
As with previous editions, some runners, among the world's best road racing specialists, will be present at the start. Among the girls for example, Viola CHEPTOO 2H22'44'' in the marathon 2nd in the New York marathon in 2021 will be present as will Cynthia KOSGEI winner of the 15 km of Le Puy in 2022 and 2nd in 2023.
To find out everything about the different races, the routes, routes and elevation differences, refreshment points and the general organization of this great event, do not hesitate to consult the website.
Practical
Where can I collect my bib?
The collection point will be Place du Breuil (marquee) Saturday, May 4, 2024 : from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. then from 14 p.m. to 19:30 p.m. Sunday, May 5, 2024 (for all runners registered on the internet or by mail):
from 9 a.m. to 13:45 p.m. for youth races.
from 9 a.m. to 14:30 p.m. for the 5 km.
from 9 a.m. to 15 p.m. for the 15 km.
No bib will be issued after the deadline. The bib will only be issued upon presentation of an identity document.
Can I register on site?
Yes, but within the limit of available places! It is better to get ahead and anticipate your online registration by going to the website.
What time does the race start?
Each route has a departure time which you will find on the website. In 2024:
- at 14 p.m.: the 1km
- at 14:20 p.m.: the 2km
- at 14:50 p.m.: the 5km
- at 15:30 p.m.: the official start of the main event of the 15km Internationaux du Puy
Around 15km from Puy
practical information
You will find below all the information for your visit to Puy-en-Velay for the 15km du Puy event. Ideal for coming with the family and enjoying a sporting weekend but also discovering the destination!
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