The Allianz Jean Bouin 2025 returns to the streets of Barcelona on 30 November 2025. It will be the 102nd edition of the oldest road race in Spain, an icon that each autumn brings together thousands of runners of all ages and levels. Registrations for the 2025 edition have already sold out, confirming the huge expectation for a fast and festive course where historic marks have been set and tradition is in the air.
A race with more than a century of history
Jean Bouin was born in 1920 as a 10 km race linking Esplugues de Llobregat with Barcelona and only allowed male participation. Over the years it opened its doors: from 1947 women were able to take part (although only in a 500 m event) and today it offers four modalities: 5 k, 10 k, school races and events for federated athletes. The goal remains the same: to popularize athletics in Catalonia and pay tribute to Jean Bouin, the French runner who won silver in the 5 000 m at the Stockholm 1912 Olympics.
What happened in the 2024 edition?
The 101st edition, held in 2024, showed why Jean Bouin is a running party. In the professional men’s race, Kenyan Ezekiel Letaya flew around the tough Montjuïc circuit to win in 29:11, 39 seconds ahead of Spaniard Ilias Fifa. Castilian runner Blanca Fernández staged a comeback in the final meters to take the women’s race. The event featured 17 races including popular, federated and school races, demonstrating its family-friendly and participatory character.
News and details of the Jean Bouin 2025
Course and distances
The 102nd edition retains the Centenary circuit, approved by the Catalan Athletics Federation. There are two routes for recreational runners:
- 10 k: start and finish around Montjuïc, with a fast profile that runs along Avenida Reina Maria Cristina, Paral·lel and Passeig Colom. It is ideal for pursuing a personal best.
- 5 k: designed for beginners and runners who prefer short distances. It finishes at the Arc de Triomf and allows you to enjoy the city in a relaxed way.
Federated events (U20 and U23) and school races are also held. You can check the official maps on the Mundo Deportivo website.
Registration and runner services
Entries for the Jean Bouin 2025 sold out in a matter of weeks, showing its popularity. The organizers offer several perks:
- Free RENFE ticket: all participants will receive a free train ticket at the Runner’s Expo to travel to Barcelona and back from any commuter station on 30 November.
- Public transport: 5 k finishers at the Arc de Triomf will receive a TMB ticket to return to Montjuïc at no cost.
- Runner’s Expo: it will be held in the days before the race, where you can collect your bib, chip and official T-shirt. Bring your ID and proof of registration.
Training tips for the 5 k and 10 k
To get the most out of Jean Bouin, it pays to prepare in advance. Here are some tips:
- Aerobic base. Spend the first weeks doing easy runs of 30-50 minutes three or four days a week to build endurance.
- Quality workouts. Introduce interval sessions (for example 6×800 m at race pace) and hill repeats that simulate the climbs of Montjuïc.
- Strength and technique. Complement running with strength exercises (squats, lunges, core) and running drills to improve efficiency.
- Rest and taper. Reduce volume in the week before the race. Adequate rest optimizes recovery and prevents injuries.
- Nutrition and hydration. Stay well hydrated and eat quality carbohydrates. Don’t try anything new on race day.
Race day keys
- Plan your arrival. Use public transport and arrive with enough time to warm up calmly. Be aware of road closures.
- Warm up. Jog easily for 10-15 minutes and do mobility exercises and strides to activate your muscles.
- Race strategy. Start conservatively, especially on the climbs. Use the downhill sections to recover and maintain an even pace.
- Enjoy the atmosphere. Spectators and volunteers cheer along the course. Thank them for their support and embrace the running festival.
Other unmissable races in Barcelona in 2025
Vueling Cursa Bombers Barcelona (9 November 2025)
The Vueling Cursa Bombers Barcelona celebrated its 26th edition with huge success. More than 18,000 runners took to the streets alongside 358 firefighters, the highest number in its history. Female participation reached 41 % (7,451 women). Athlete Meritxell Soler broke the Catalonia 10 km record with 31:47, while Marta Galimany achieved the European F40 record. Abdessamad Oukhelfen won the men’s race with 28:32. Moreover, more than €60,000 was raised for charity.
Cursa dels Nassos (31 December 2025)
Barcelona bids farewell to the year with the Cursa dels Nassos, a race that combines an elite 5 km and a popular 10 km. In 2024, two world records for 5 km were set: Ethiopian Berihu Aregawi stopped the clock at 12:49 and his compatriot Ejgayehu Taye at 14:19, which are world-best times. In the 10 km event that year, Moroccan-Spanish Lahcen Ait Alibou won in 29:08 and Marta Galimany took the women’s title in 32:29, showcasing the speed of the course. For 2025 a large turnout and a festive atmosphere are expected to ring out the year.
Conclusion
The Allianz Jean Bouin is more than a race: it’s a Barcelona tradition passed down from generation to generation. With its century-old history, fast course and enthusiastic crowd, the 2025 edition promises to be unforgettable. If you secured a bib, train smart and enjoy it. If not, mark other great dates on your calendar such as the Cursa Bombers or the Cursa dels Nassos. Barcelona awaits you with open arms!