Step into the electric atmosphere of one of the world’s biggest half marathons — the HOKA Semi de Paris 2026. Filmed in immersive POV on Sunday, 8 March 2026, this 4K run captures the energy of nearly 50,000 runners taking over the streets of Paris, France. The recording begins at 9:25 AM with the Green starting pen being released into the city under cool morning conditions of 7°C / 44.6°F. Follow the race through some of the most iconic areas of eastern Paris, from the Boulevard Saint-Germain and Place de la Bastille to the banks of the Seine, the Bibliothèque François-Mitterrand, and the scenic roads of the Bois de Vincennes. The video highlights key moments along the route before showing the final 500 metres to the finish line and the medal collection area, capturing the emotion and celebration at the end of this unforgettable race.
About the HOKA Semi de Paris
The HOKA Semi de Paris is the largest half marathon in the world by participation, bringing together tens of thousands of runners from over 100 countries. The event blends elite competition with mass participation, with nearly 46% female runners and thousands of first-time half marathon finishers each year.
The race also has a strong charitable impact, with around 5,000 charity bibs raising approximately €1.3 million for social, environmental, and humanitarian causes in 2026.
Elite Race Highlights
The 2026 edition delivered outstanding performances at the front of the race.
Men’s Podium
1st Kennedy Kimutai (Kenya) – 1:00:11
2nd Timothy Misoi (Kenya) – 1:00:41
3rd Thabang Mosiako (South Africa) – 1:00:44
Women’s Podium
1st Ftaw Zeray (Ethiopia) – 1:05:12 (New course record)
2nd Sarah Chelangat (Uganda) – 1:06:31
3rd Mercy Chepwogen (Kenya) – 1:06:32
Zeray’s victory set a new women’s course record, making the 2026 edition especially memorable on International Women’s Day.
Video Highlights
Start of the Green Pen wave at 9:25 AM
Running through historic streets and riverfront sections of Paris
Scenic kilometres inside the Bois de Vincennes
Crowd energy and race atmosphere along the route
The last 500 metres to the finish line
Post-race medal collection
Event Details
Event: HOKA Semi de Paris 2026
Date: Sunday, 8 March 2026
Location: Paris, France
Distance: 21.0975 km (Half Marathon)
Participants: ~50,000 runners
Weather: 7°C / 44.6°F
Start recorded: 9:25 AM – Green Pen wave
Filmed: DJI Action Pro 5 in 4K
Edited: Final Cut Pro X on MacBook Pro M2 Max
Video length: 46 minutes
Why Watch?
Experience one of the world’s most iconic half marathons from the runner’s perspective. From the moment the starting pen opens to the rush of the final metres and the medal at the finish, this video captures the authentic atmosphere of race day in Paris. Perfect if you:
– Ran the race and want to relive it
– Are planning to run the Semi de Paris in the future
– Love POV running videos from major international races
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2 Comments
Did you run the Hoka Semi de Paris this year? What did you think of the route? Did you recognise yourself in the video?
J’y étais – une ambiance incroyable et une excellente organisation. Je reviendrai certainement l’année prochaine! Allez allez!!