Marathon de ParisMarathon de Paris 30e édition - 9 avril 20061976-2006
 
 
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What is the date of the Paris Marathon?

The 30th Paris Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 9, 2006.


Who can register?

The race is open to all athletes, sport federation members and non members, of French or foreign nationality, born in or before 1985. All athletes must be in possession of a medical certificate.
The race is limited to 35 000 runners.
DISABLED ATHLETES

Disabled athletes should register at the:

Éric Martin
Fédération Française Handisport
44, rue Louis Lumière
75020 Paris
Tél. : 33 (0)1.40.31.45.08
athlehorstade@handisport.org
www.handisport.org
 

What is the fee to participate in the 2006 Paris Marathon?

ONE PRICE
RESIDENTS / NON RESIDENTS
from 01/09/2005 to 20/10/2005 46 €
from 21/10/2005 to 30/11/2005 60 €
from 01/12/2005 to 20/01/2006 74 €


How can I pay?

You can pay with your credit card (Visa, Eurocard, Mastercard) or by cheque.
If you register on line via the secure payment system, you can only pay by credit card.


How to register?

You can register through the internet:
  • either directly on line with a secure payment system,
  • or by filling out the PDF entry form (then printing it and sending it to A.S.O. Athlétisme).
    You can ask for an Entry Form to:
    A.S.O. Athlétisme - B.P. 182 - 92135 Issy-les-Moulineaux Cedex - France

Do I need a medical certificate?

Without a medical certificate, you will not be allowed to participate in the Paris Marathon.
Participation in sporting events organised by sports federations or under their auspices is subject to the possession of a sports licence attesting that a medical certificate has been issued stipulating the absence of contraindications for participation in sports competitions, or, with regard to persons who are not holders of such licences and to whom such competitions are open, the possession of such a certificate alone or a copy thereof dating from less than one year.

If you register through the internet, you will have to send your medical certificate to A.S.O. Athlétisme as soon as you know your race number (see the runners list).
The medical certificate is issued by your Doctor after examining you, he will give you a certificate similar to the one below:

I, the undersigned Dr .…, Doctor of medicine, certify that the examination of Mr. YOURSELF reveals no contraindications for participating in sports competition.
Medical certificate issued in on the :…



I registered on line, when should I send my medical certificate?

Athletes who registered on line must send their medical certificate by mail to A.S.O. Athlétisme with their race number.

A.S.O. Athlétisme - B.P. 182 - 92135 Issy-les-Moulineaux Cedex - France


How do I receive my race number?

On presentation of an identification card and confirmation of entry, bibs are to be collected from Marathon Expo.
No bibs will be sent by post; no bibs will be issued on April 9.


Where is Marathon Expo ?

Marathon Expo: Hall 5 - Porte de Versailles - 75015 Paris
Métro: Porte de Versailles.
Opening hours:
Thursday, April 6th, 2006 from 3pm to 8pm
Friday, April 7th, 2006 from 10am to 8pm
Saturday, April 8th, 2006 from 9am to 8pm


What time does the race start?

At the top of the Champs Elysées.
• starting time handisports (disabled sports): 8.35 am,
• starting time marathon: 8.45 a.m.


Where is the finish line?

At the bottom of Avenue Foch.


What is the Championchip technology?

The ChampionChip timing system will be used.
Every runner will be given a Chip when collecting his bib and kit bag at Marathon Expo. This chip must be fixed to the lacing of one of your shoes. The chip will be collected by the organiser at the finish of the race.

In case of withdrawal or cancellation, chips must be returned to the organiser 15 days after the race, at the latest. Any non returned chip will be charged 15 euros and the competitor will be disqualified. This chip is the property of the organiser. This chip has been designed especially for this race, it cannot be reused for another race.


When is the Pasta-Party?

The Pasta-Party will take place on Saturday, April 8th, 2006, from 3.00 pm, at the exhibition. Every runner will have two entries with his bib.


Is there any gear location?

There is a free gear location between the starting and the finishing areas, on the avenue Foch. You can leave a bag and take it back after the race, by presenting your bib number.


Is there something to eat and drink along the route?

Every 5km, you will find mineral water, dry fruits, fresh fruits and sugar, Joker fruit juice at the finish and energy drink Powerade Aqua + at km 10, 20, 25, 30 and 35.


Will I have a medal?

A medal will be given to all finishers and a performance certificate will be send by post a few weeks after the race.


Where could I see pictures of the race?

You will find individual pictures of the race on the www.maindruphoto.com 3 days after the race. Then, you will be able to have a memory of your fantastic race.
 
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