Paris Marathon
Take a trip to the city of love this April - what better way to take in all of the amazing sights than to do so while running a marathon!
About the event
Date: Sunday 12th April 2026
Location: Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Distance: Marathon (26.2 miles)
Run 26.2 miles through the beautiful streets of Paris and enjoy spectacular views and landmarks along the course.
The route takes in the city's famous avenues and plazas, starting at the Arc de Triomphe, towards the Place de la Concorde, through the Opéra Garnier, the Place de la Bastille, enjoy views of the Notre Dame and Eiffel Tower before heading to the finish.
By taking on this challenge you will be helping us to save sight and change lives.
Apply for a charity place
- Registration Fee: £40 + booking fee
- Fundraising Target: £700
Please note: the registration deadline is 28th January 2026.
When you run with us, you'll receive:
- A Fight for Sight running vest
- A fundraising pack with tips and ideas to help you reach your target
- Regular contact and support from our friendly team
For more information, please email events@fightforsight.org.uk or call our office on 020 7620 2066.
Why support Fight for Sight?
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- Every 6 minutes
- a person in the UK hears that they will lose their sight
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- Just 1.2%
- of public investment in medical research goes into eye research
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- 2.7 million
- people will be living with vision loss by 2030. We’ll make sure life after vision loss is not a lonely one
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- Almost £30m
- is how much we plan to invest across scientific and social change over the next 5 years