It is with great pleasure that the Marathon P’tit Train du Nord welcomes you. We are very happy to have you among our runners.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday at the Half-Marathon !
Beyond performance, self-fulfillment!
Please make sure to read this guide in full. We will not answer questions which are answered in this guide.
Date : Saturday October 4th, 2025
First start: 8:00 am - In case of a schedule change, an email will be sent to you.
Centre sportif Claude-Beaulieu
725, Ouimet street, Saint-Jerome (Quebec) J7Z 6B4
It will not be possible to pick up your race bib on the morning of the Half-Marathon or at any other time outside the designated location and hours.
It is essential to respect the race bib pickup schedule.
When you pick up your race bib, a wristband will be placed on your wrist. You must wear it to access the start corral and keep it on until you leave the finish area after the race.
A damaged wristband may result in being denied access to the start area.
To help ensure a smooth race bib pickup process, please make sure to have your bib number ready upon arrival.
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Place your bib clearly visible on the front of your shirt.
Do not cover it under any circumstances, not even with a hydration vest.
Here’s how to properly position your bib (see photo).
You must take the bus that corresponds to your start number.
Example: If your start is #1, you must take a bus departing at 6:30 or 6:35.
If you miss the bus assigned to your start number, you may board a later one, subject to seat availability.
Priority will be given to runners whose bib number matches the scheduled time.
Your start # is written on your bib.
| Race Bib Number | Bus Departure Time | Race Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Start #1: | 6:30 – 6:35 am | 8:00 am |
| Start #2: | 6:40 – 6:45 am | 8:06 am |
| Start #3: | 6:50 – 6:55 am | 8:12 am |
| Start #4: | 7:00 – 7:05 | 8:18 am |
| Start #5: | 7:05 – 7:10 am | 8:24 am |
| Start #6: | 7:15 – 7:20 am | 8:30 am |
| Start #7: | 7:25 – 7:30 am | 8:36 am |
| Start #8: | 7:30 – 7:35 am | 8:42 am |
| Start #9: | 7:35 – 7:40 am | 8:48 am |
| Start #10: | 7:45 – 7:50 am | 8:54 am |
| Start #11: | 7:55 – 8:00 am | 9:00 am |
| Start #12: | 8:00 – 8:05 am | 9:06 am |
Make sure not to leave anything on the bus.
There are several parking lots available around the train station.
Runners may be dropped off at the Saint-Jérôme Intermodal Station (280 Latour Street, Saint-Jérôme) to board their bus.
Signage will clearly indicate the way to the buses.
Only buses transporting runners will have access to the start site.
All runners are required to take the bus to get there.
Due to the limited capacity and restricted infrastructure in the Piedmont area, this measure was implemented in collaboration with the Municipality of Piedmont and public safety services.
Without this rule, nearly a thousand vehicles would converge simultaneously on the area, posing a major safety risk to participants, spectators, and residents.
Such congestion would also prevent emergency vehicles from intervening quickly. The safety of citizens cannot be compromised under any circumstances.
We understand this may be an inconvenience for some, but we count on your understanding and cooperation, out of respect for the residents who welcome us.
All Half-Marathon runners, without exception, must take the bus from the Old Train Station in Saint-Jérôme to get to the start site in Piedmont.
For participants living or staying in Piedmont
Even if you live or are staying in Piedmont, you must travel to Saint-Jérôme to board the bus to the start site. Access to the start is via a provincial road that is dangerous and closed to pedestrians.
Participants who attempt to reach the start on their own will not be allowed into the start area and will not be permitted to run the Half-Marathon.
Piedmont Train Station Area
For safety reasons, we ask companions not to go to the Piedmont Train Station area during the start period. A large number of vehicles could interfere with the smooth running of the event and jeopardize the safety of the runners.
Parking is prohibited at all times throughout the territory of Piedmont.
Access to the Start Site
The start site is strictly reserved for registered Half-Marathon runners who arrived by bus.
Only runners wearing both a bib and a wristband will be allowed access to the start site.
Companions, spectators, and personal vehicles are not allowed at the start site.
You may leave clothing at the bag drop area at the Half-Marathon start.
Half-Marathon Day: Until 12:00 PM
Marathon Day: Until 4:00 PM
All bags not claimed by 4:00 PM on Marathon Day (Sunday) will be donated to community or charitable organizations.
Four toilets are available in the gathering area, right next to the bag drop.
Twenty-eight toilets are accessible along the path leading to the start corrals.
Each start corral is equipped with three toilets.
Be attentive so you don’t miss your start!
You must enter your assigned start corral as soon as your start number is called.
To access the starting corral, you must:
Participant wristband
You must show your wristband to enter the start corral.
A damaged wristband will trigger an identity check. The runner may miss his start during this verification.
If identity cannot be confirmed, access will be denied and the bib number will be removed from the list of participants.
Bus marker
A marker will be placed on your bib when you board the bus.
Any runner without a bus marker will not be allowed to enter the start corral and start the race. The bib number will be removed from the list of participants.
The maximum time to complete the Half-Marathon is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
Runners must maintain a pace of 7:50 per kilometer at the checkpoint.
Those who do not reach this point in time will be removed from the race and transported to the finish line by bus. They will not be allowed to complete the race.
All clothing left at the start or along the course will be collected and donated to charitable organizations.
Your start # number was assigned based on the target time you indicated when registering.
Your assigned start number is printed on your bib, which you will receive at bib pickup.
You may not switch to an earlier start, but you may choose to start later if you prefer.
List of scheduled pace bunnies. This list is subject to change.
If there is no pace bunny in your assigned start group, you may start with the next group.
The start number for pacers may vary.
The course follows exclusively the P’tit Train du Nord Linear Park.
Water
Electrolyte Drink
Fruit Bars
Portable toilets are available at the following locations:
Get your signs ready!
Spectators can cheer on runners along the course. Recommended viewing spots:
Please remember not to litter along the course. You have the privilege of running in the heart of nature, in an environment that is as beautiful as it is fragile. Together, let’s help preserve the beauty of this natural setting—for future generations, for the runners who will follow, and for nature itself. Every action matters. Thank you for your cooperation!
While waiting for the runners to arrive, gather with friends and family at Place des Festivités in Saint-Jérôme.
Booths and activities await you!
Runners can have their name, time, and date engraved on their medal for just $6.00.
After the race, stop by our sponsor Shawbridge’s booth to enjoy your well-deserved free beer!
Make the wait even more enjoyable!
Shawbridge: Enjoy the festive atmosphere while tasting their delicious products.
Prana Café: Savor a delicious coffee with a gourmet pastry.
After your run, head to the snack tent to pick up your runner’s snack bag, provided by our partner Rachelle Béry Saint-Sauveur, and recharge your energy!
Our team is fully committed to making your experience both successful and safe.
Throughout the course, medical personnel are present and ready to assist you—whether it’s for a minor incident or a life-threatening emergency.
Easily identifiable by their orange clothing, these professionals are all trained to provide fast and effective assistance.
Motorized evacuation vehicles, adapted to the unique features of the P’tit Train du Nord Linear Park, are also available.
Each responder is equipped with an AED (automated external defibrillator) to intervene immediately if necessary.
If needed, please contact the Marathon Medical emergency number at (438) 529-5885. Qualified personnel will answer your call and provide all necessary support..
This number is also printed on the back of your bib.
If you experience a medical issue during the Half-Marathon and decide to leave the race on your own, we ask that you report to the medical tent at the finish line if you need further assistance.
A full medical team will be on site and can meet most of your needs. This will help you avoid a hospital emergency room visit and allow hospital staff to focus on critical cases in the local population.
Trophies will be awarded to the winners of the Half-Marathon — the top three men and top three women overall.
The order in which the first three runners cross the finish line will determine the ranking. Trophies will be awarded after the race.
Plaques will also be awarded to the top three men and top three women in each of the following age categories:
18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49
50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79
Age is calculated as of December 31.
Plaques will be mailed in the weeks following the event.
Chip time (official time recorded by the timing chip) will determine the top three in each age category.
Your friends and family will be able to follow your performance in real time through the Sportstats app.
Results will be available on the Sportstats website.
- SPORTSTATS
- IOS/IPHONE
- ANDROID
- CERTIFICATS
- You can download your participation certificate directly from the results page by clicking on your name and then on “Details.”
- PHOTOS
- DOSSARDS
Unique in the marathon world!
A point-to-point course.
220 meters negative drop.
A breathtaking setting in nature!
