Take on the world-famous Schneider Electric Marathon de Paris

12 Apr 2026
Paris, France
£35 registration fee
£350 sponsorship commitment

Join our team and 40,000 other runners for the 2025 Paris Marathon and explore the French capital and it's famous landmarks as you run.

You'll start the 26.2 mile route on the Champs Elysées at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe, before passing through the Place de la Bastille and getting a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower!

Ready for your next challenge? Join Team Cats now and make a real difference to the cats and kittens that need our help.

How much do I have to raise?

For this prestigious marathon run there is a registration fee of £35 and we ask for a minimum sponsorship commitment of £350.

How we will support you with your challenge

We'll be with you every step of the way from sign up to the finish line! When you join Team Cats, you’ll get a first-class experience including:

Dedicated support from our Events team, who will answer any questions and share their personal experiences of challenge events
A brilliant fundraising pack containing resources, information, tips and ideas, and sponsorship forms
Free branded vest to wear with pride at during training and on race day
Practical fundraising support
Access to our community of Cat Champions, where you’ll connect with other cat lovers, exchange ideas, tips, and advice
Motivation from a support crew of fellow cat lovers who believe in you and stand beside you as you hit your goals
Stories about the cats you’re helping

How we're helping cats near you

Teams at our 34 centres and around 210 branches work tirelessly to help abandoned, unwanted and neglected cats but they couldn't do it without your support.

You're able to nominate any local Cats Protection branch or centre to receive 100% of the money you raise from your challenge, helping the cats in your chosen area.