As one of Lyon's major events, Run In Lyon by Harmonie Mutuelle has a duty to set an example in terms of eco-responsibility and inclusion. Running in the city and in nature reminds us of the importance of preserving our environment so that we can continue to practice our sport. What's more, sharing the values of sport commits us to making physical activity accessible to all. Run In Lyon by Harmonie Mutuelle has been committed to a SER (Social and Environmental Responsibility) strategy for a number of years in order to achieve sustainable commitments. a major event in Lyon, Run In Lyon by Harmonie Mutuelle aims to lead by example in sustainability and inclusion.
AN EVENT FOR EVERYONE
Run in Lyon by Harmonie Mutuelle is a solidarity-based and inclusive event ❤️
Formats designed for everyone and every preference 👪
- 3 timed races.
- 1 Solidarity Run.
- 4 kids races.
Inclusive setup for para-athletes 👨🦽👨🦯
- Early start for wheelchair participants.
- Front of the pack for standing para-athletes.
- For the 4th year of the Solidarity Run (5km), €4 from each registration will be donated to ANTS, which promotes inclusion through adapted physical activity and new technologies.
A 5km run accessible to 16-year-olds and over, combining solidarity, culture and sport. When you register, €4 of your race number will be donated to the ANTS association.
ANTS is a Lyon-based organisation whose main aim is to make physical activity accessible to people with all sorts of motor deficits. It promotes the inclusion of people with motor deficits through fair access to adapted physical activity and new technologies, thanks to its S.P.O.R.T. facilities in Lyon and Grenoble.
The organisation is built around four main missions:
1. Making adapted physical activity accessible to people with motor impairments through the use of new technologies (by developing S.P.O.R.T. centres, promoting dedicated sporting events and setting up support groups).
2. Building links with healthcare institutions to ensure continuity of support in adapted physical activity (APA) while improving quality of life.
3. Backing research and development through technological innovation linked to physical activity and health (in partnership with public and/or private research laboratories whenever possible).
4. Raising awareness among elected representatives and the public at large about motor disabilities and the latest innovations in sport and tech (helping to shift perceptions on disability, pushing for a more accessible world and driving legislative changes).
Your donations through Run in Lyon will help to:
- invest in new specialised equipment for the S.P.O.R.T. facilities in Lyon;
- and cover monthly membership fees for some participants who do not qualify for financial assistance (solidarity rate).
The Marathoon's is back this year for children aged 5 to 12, with distances to suit all ages. To find out more, click here
Running is accessible to everyone, whatever their level. It's an opportunity to push yourself and meet other enthusiasts. Run In Lyon offers you preparation guides to help you with your challenge. You can find them here
A SUSTAINABLE EVENT
Every year, we adopt new eco-friendly practices and encourage you to join us in this approach. 💚♻️🍏.
👉 Your challenge: zero waste on the course 🗑️
👉 Our goals: recycling and reuse ♻️
We aim to maximize waste sorting in our gathering zones as well as during setup and breakdown periods. We work with:
- Elise: for cardboard and plastic recycling
- Les Connexions: for on-site sorting and material reuse
- Veolia and internal staff for operations
Key initiatives:
- Selective bins at all zones (start, aid stations, finish, and village)
- Sorting teams at aid stations
- Bananas pre-peeled to aid composting
- Collected clothing is sorted and donated — please use the designated bins!
- Remaining food at aid stations is donated to Restos du Cœur
⚠️ Throwing waste on the ground can result in disqualification!
2025 Updates :
No single-use water bottles or cups — hydration points are now connected to the city water system. Bring your own reusable cup or bottle! § You can choose to skip the race t-shirt. It’s made in Spain, but refusing it helps the planet 💚 § Digital-only documentation (e.g., PPS uploaded to your Time To account). No flyers allowed from exhibitors.
Lyon has excellent public transport links, so you won't have any trouble getting there. There will even be extra traffic during Run In Lyon by Harmonie Mutuelle!
If you prefer to warm up on your bike, you can leave it at a Vélo'v station on Place Bellecour or in a bike park that will be set up for the weekend of the Run In Lyon by Harmonie Mutuelle to reinforce the usual facilities. 🚲
We also reduce our environmental impact through smart partnerships:
- Eco-friendly wooden medals made in France.
- Wooden trophies made in Spain.
- Runner t-shirts made in Spain.
- Local food caterers selected based on geographic and product origin 🍏
✔️ 2025 Updates:
- Use of Lyon's electric boxes and biodiesel generators.
- Vendor selection based on environmental criteria (ISO 14001 certification).