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| Cross d'Allonnes | |
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 The north entrance of Allonnes, Sarthe, where the race is held | |
| Date | November |
| Location | Allonnes, Sarthe, France |
| Event type | Cross country |
| Distance | Varied from 4–10 kilometres (2.5–6.2 mi) as of 2024 [update] [1] |
| Established | 1965 |
| Official site | Official website |
The Cross international Le Maine Libre-Allonnes-Sarthe, also known as Cross d'Allonnes, is an annual professional cross country running competition in Allonnes, Sarthe, Pays de la Loire, France. First held in 1965, it most often takes place in mid- to late-November and is sponsored by French newspaper Le Maine libre . As of 2024 [update] it is a World Athletics Cross Country Tour Gold status meeting, the highest level, joining Festival du Cross as the only such meetings in France. [2]
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The distance has varied from 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) to 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) since 2005 as of 2024 [update] . [1]
Jimmy Gressier used the 2024 race as a way to make a comeback after injury. [3]
