Paris Half Marathon
Enter the HOKA Semi de Paris with Marathon Tours & Travel
The 34th edition of the Paris Half Marathon, also known as the HOKA Semi de Paris, will take place on 8 March 2026. The 2025 edition saw more than 48,000 finishers, with a generous time limit allowing everyone to experience this lively and exciting half marathon!
The HOKA Semi de Paris focuses around some of the most attractive parts of Paris, including the Place de la Bastille. Located in Paris city centre, it’s a great way to see the city and achieve a half marathon personal best time!
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Meals Included
Daily breakfast included & dinner on Saturday
Guide
Guidance and support from our team. Welcome drink and post-race celebration. Escorted trip to the race
Trip Extension
Extra nights available on request
Accommodation
Centrally located hotel close to the race
Entry
Guaranteed Paris Half Marathon 2026 entry
Celebration Party
Post-race celebration
Excursions
Shake-out run
A Helping Hand
Race pack delivery to your hotel (when booking entry & package with MTT)
Worldwide Events
Trusted by the race organisers as a DIAMOND tour operator
Coopah
2 week free trial for Coopah training plans
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Friday 6 March 2026
Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before, or depart on different days to the following itinerary.
Paris is fascinating with plenty to see and do. The itinerary below reflects the 2 nights package. Adding extra nights is recommended and allows you more time to explore the city.
Arrival day, welcome & shake-out run
- Arrive at Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon. Usually, hotel rooms are ready to check in after 15:00pm. If you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel and explore your surroundings!
- Enjoy the city at your leisure today
- Marathon Tours & Travel hosts will be available in your hotel today to meet and answer any questions you might have
- Easy shake-out run from the hotel (comfortable for all fitness levels)
- Afterwards please join us for a drink; a perfect opportunity to ask questions and get to know your fellow runners!
Saturday 7 March 2026
Pasta dinner
- Today please enjoy the city at your leisure
- If you booked your race entry with us we will collect your race pack (including bag, t-shirt & race bib) and hand it to you at the hotel today. If you obtained your own race entry you will be required to make your own way to the Expo to collect your race pack
- The rest of the day is at your leisure. The Marathon Tours & Travel team will be happy to suggest some sightseeing options
- Carb-load this evening as you join the Marathon Tours & Travel team for a delicious and nutritious pre-race dinner
(Breakfast and dinner included)
Sunday 8 March 2026
Race day and check-out
- Breakfast available early
- Easy walk to the start from Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon (approximately 20 minutes) The 1km and 18km spectator areas of the Paris Half Marathon 2026 route are less than 10 minutes’ walk away from Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon.
Unless you have booked extra nights please check out of your room before leaving for the race this morning. We recommend you extend your stay with us at Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon so you can continue your celebrations and join us for a drink with your fellow runners this evening. Costs for extra nights can be given, or use our easy booking tool to select the extra nights.
(Breakfast included)
Itinerary subject to change.
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Friday 6 March 2026
Depending on the length of stay you have booked with us you might arrive before, or depart on different days to the following itinerary.
Paris is fascinating with plenty to see and do. The itinerary below reflects the 2 nights package. Adding extra nights is recommended and allows you more time to explore the city.
Arrival day, welcome & shake-out run
- Please arrive at Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon today. Usually, hotel rooms are ready to check in after 14:00pm. If you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel and explore your surroundings
- You are free to enjoy the city at your leisure today!
- Marathon Tours & Travel hosts will be available in your hotel today to meet and answer any questions you might have.
- We invite you to join your Marathon Tours & Travel host and your running peers for an easy shake-out run from the hotel (comfortable for all fitness levels)
- Afterwards join us for a drink; a perfect opportunity to ask questions and get to know your fellow runners.
Saturday 7 March 2026
Pasta dinner
- Enjoy the city at your leisure today If you booked your race entry with us we will collect your race pack (including bag, t-shirt & race bib) and hand it to you at the hotel today. If you obtained your own race entry you will be required to make your own way to the Expo to collect your race pack
- Carb-load this evening as you join the Marathon Tours & Travel team for a delicious and nutritious pre-race dinner
- Breakfast and dinner included
Sunday 8 March 2026
Race day and celebrations!
- Breakfast will be available early
- Those running the Paris Half Marathon 2026 will easily be able to walk to the start from Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon (approximately 20 minutes walk away). The 1km and 18km spectator areas of the Paris Half Marathon route are less than 10 minutes’ walk away from Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon
- Tonight, we celebrate with post-race drinks!
Monday 9 March 2026
Departure day
Unless you have booked extra nights please check out of your room before 12:00pm. We hope you enjoyed your Paris Half Marathon experience and we look forward to seeing you at another Marathon Tours & Travel event soon.
(Breakfast included)
Itinerary subject to change.
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Packages & Rates
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Guaranteed Paris Half Marathon 2026 Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the Paris Half Marathon 2026. Included;
- Paris Half Marathon 2026 Race Bib
- Guides and Training Plans
- Access to Paris Half Marathon 2026 App
- Marathon Bag
- Finisher T-Shirt
- Finisher Medal
Race Rules: Our website and details regarding the race are based on current information available at the time this package was released for sale. Whilst we expect the details to remain correct, changes are possible and will be confirmed nearer to the trip after the race organisers have confirmed final instructions. All race rules and procedures need to be followed.
Marathon Tours & Travel Paris Half Marathon 2026 package includes the following:
- Your accommodation in Paris, for 2 nights or more
- Daily breakfasts, except on arrival day
- Hotel taxes
- Welcome drink & get together
- Shake-out run
- Race pack delivery to hotel (if you book your entry with us)
- Pre-race pasta dinner
- Escorted walk to the race start
- Post-race drink & celebrations
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel team
- 2-week free trial of Coopah bespoke training plans. Details on how to claim will be sent in your booking confirmation email
Not Included:
- Paris Half Marathon 2026 Entry – (can be purchased in addition)
A longer stay?
Contact us for a quote or use our easy booking tool to cost and book.
Travelling with children?
Contact us for a quote or refer to the hotel description for child policies.
Hotel Rates:All prices are per person in UK pounds sterling Double Occupancy Single Occupancy 2-night stay £439 £679 Extra nights £142 £258 Optional Extras - Paris Half EntriesAll prices are per person in UK pounds sterling Guaranteed Paris Half 2026 Entry in addition to the package £95
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Hotels
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2 Rue Hector Malot, 75012 Paris, FranceNovotel Paris Gare de Lyon
Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon is situated in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, adjacent to the Gare de Lyon railway station, providing direct access to major attractions such as the Louvre Museum, Bastille and Disneyland Paris. The hotel features an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre and the Olicéa restaurant, which serves French and Mediterranean cuisine. Additional amenities include a bar/lounge, coffee shop and snack bar/deli. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00
Room Types
Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar, tea and coffee-making facilities, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.Single rooms sleep 1 adult. Room has 1 Queen size bed.
Double rooms sleep 2 adults. Room has 1 Queen size bed.
Twin rooms sleep 2 adults. Has 2 separate beds, one double & one sofa bed.
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Event Information
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Paris Half Marathon 2026
Race Date
Sunday 8 March 2026
Start Times
From 08:30am (TBC)
Course (TBC)
The starting and finish area of the Paris Half Marathon is in the area of the Place de la Bastille. The race will start on the Boulevard Henri IV, continuing through the streets of Paris. Between 5km and 15km the course passes through the beautiful Bois de Vincennes park and the remaining 6km follows along the Seine to finish on Rue de Lyon. For descriptions and the course map for all events, please click here.
Starting Pens and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the HOKA Semi de Paris 2026, we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.
Closer to the event we will send you a link which will allow you to complete the registration process for the HOKA Semi de Paris 2026. Once you have finalised the registration process, the race organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information provided. This link will not be sent until closer to race day – please do not expect it immediately after booking – it will depend on when HOKA Semi de Paris 2026 send the links to us.
Please read the race rules and terms for participation carefully, as you have to accept them to participate in the event. You will be required to collect your race bib from the HOKA Semi de Paris Expo.
Race Rules
Our website and details regarding the race are based on current information available at the time this package was released for sale. Whilst we expect the details to remain correct, changes are possible and will be confirmed nearer to the trip after the race organisers have confirmed final instructions. All race rules and procedures need to be followed.
Time Limits
2 hours 50 minutes – TBC
Medical Certification/Health Prevention Course Form
To take part in this event, in order to receive your race number, you will be required to produce either a medical certificate or the health prevention course form. We have outlined both options below:
Medical Certificate: What you need to do and how to get your medical certificate is outlined here.
Health Prevention Course Form: Runners must download and complete the Health Prevention Course within 3 months of the race date. You can download the Health Prevention Course here. Once completed, you will receive a certificate in PDF format, and you must upload it to your TIME TO account.
Weather
Average temperatures range between 5C to 10C (40F to 55F).
Awards
Every runner receives a commemorative t-shirt and upon finishing received a finisher’s medal and refreshments.
Event difficulty
Easy. The route is flat.
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Registration & Booking
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Conditions of sale
Race entry is not refundable.
If you wish to make any changes to your reservations, administration and/or service fees might apply. For our general T&C’s please see here.
How to book during the pre-booking before package release stage
To pre-register, click on the book now button, ensuring that you select the correct number of runners. Please read all the important information. If you have any questions please contact us.
How to book after package options are released
Our team will contact you, advise package choices with prices and invite you to book a specific package. At this stage you will need to select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a further deposit.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically.
Travel advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for France’s current entry restrictions and requirements.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover. Make sure that you are insured for existing medical conditions, any activities you plan to do and any equipment that you plan to take. Travel insurance covers you if anything doesn’t go to plan before you travel as well, so we recommend sorting it at the time of booking. For more information, click here.
Security Policy
Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and/or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited, and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.
Eligibility:
To take part in this event, the participant must be aged at least 18 years old on 31 December 2025.
Medical Certification/Health Prevention Course Form
To take part in this event, in order to receive your race number, you will be required to produce either a medical certificate or the health prevention course form. We have outlined both options below:
Medical Certificate: What you need to do and how to get your medical certificate is outlined here.
Health Prevention Course Form: Runners must download and complete the Health Prevention Course within 3 months of the race date. You can download the Health Prevention Course here. Once completed, you will receive a certificate in PDF format, and you must upload it to your TIME TO account.
Race Rules
Our website and details regarding the race are based on current information available at the time this package was released for sale. Whilst we expect the details to remain correct, changes are possible and will be confirmed nearer to the trip after the race organisers have confirmed final instructions. All race rules and procedures need to be followed.
Starting Pens and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the HOKA Semi de Paris 2026, we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.
Closer to the event we will send you a link which will allow you to complete the registration process for the HOKA Semi de Paris 2026. Once you have finalised the registration process, the race organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information provided. This link will not be sent until closer to race day – please do not expect it immediately after booking – it will depend on when HOKA Semi de Paris 2026 send the links to us.
Please read the race rules and terms for participation carefully, as you have to accept them to participate in the event. You will be required to collect your race bib from the HOKA Semi de Paris 2026 Expo.
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Paris Destination Guide
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Set in one of Europe and the world’s most revered cities, the Paris Half Marathon 2026 is a bucket list entry for any runner. If you want to truly soak in the atmosphere and vibe of Paris, read our Paris destination guide.
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Seven Continents Club ®
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The Seven Continents Club (SCC) offers a unique opportunity for runners to run on all seven continents of the globe, as well as providing numerous benefits to its members. The club operates as a global frequent traveller club for runners, offering waitlist priority for high-demand events, early pre-registration periods for a number of races in popular destinations and tour package vouchers for money off international tour packages. What’s more, Seven Continents Club rewards all its members for the extraordinary achievement of running marathons on each continent with their own special finishers medal and certificate of completion. Join the SCC today!
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