Bourg-Saint-Maurice collection before a 07:30 road-marathon start
The official programme makes the location distinction unusually important. A race set among Alpine scenery does not mean you should travel up to Les Arcs for the start. Use the Bourg-Saint-Maurice funicular as the race-base reference, then check the final access and parking instructions.
The published collection windows are Friday, May 14, 14:00–19:00 and Saturday, May 15, 09:00–12:00 and 13:00–19:00. Bring the collection card sent by email. The Sunday window at the funicular is only for the 10K, so a marathon itinerary that arrives Sunday morning leaves no published collection option.
The organizer describes a loop beginning and ending at the funicular. That can simplify a supporter meeting plan, but exact viewing points should come from the final map and road closures. Study the full-marathon course rather than the half-marathon or walking route before deciding where friends can see you more than once.
Prepare for the documented road route rather than assuming technical mountain-trail requirements from the race name. Use the final profile to select appropriate hill exposure and a sustainable effort. Rehearse the early start routine, including breakfast and arrival, without adding an unfamiliar workout in the final days before the race. Keep the collection venue separate from your race-morning meeting point.
Confirmed race date
Marathon des Alpes: May 16, 2027. Verified on October 14, 2026 against the official event information.
Last-known race profile
These details identify the race page; they do not establish the next edition's operations. The previous race date does not establish the next edition. Use the confirmed date above and recheck the final participant instructions before committing to a race-day schedule.