When it comes to France, its amazing food and wine will naturally make your mouth water. But you are also concerned about putting on weight, eager to get a good workout. 【小题1】 Then the Medoc Wine and Marathon Festival might be your perfect choice.

Created in 1984, the festival takes its name from the Medoc wine-growing region, north of Bordeaux on France’s Atlantic coast. 【小题2】 The reason for this lies in its three biggest highlights.

It is a paradise for foodies. The annual festival, held each fall, involves thousands of runners going through a variety of splendid vineyards providing free wine. In the meanwhile water stations are also offered along the way so that runners don’t get too dehydrated(脱水的). 【小题3】However, better not drink it with abandon, for you can also try some of the local French delicacies, such as oysters, grapes and ice cream and so on, which will definitely tickle your taste buds!

【小题4】. Each year the marathon has a theme and this year it is ‘superheroes’ – something you just might have to be if you want to finish under the six-and-a-half hour time limit. However, if you simply rush to the finishing line desperately, then you are out, for it is most famous for its relaxing and flexible running time, allowing participants to enjoy the experience rather than try and reach their personal best time.

It is a feast for your eyes. The marathon also requires that runners dress up in colorful costume. You can be whatever character you like, such as knights, wizards, or queens. A winner is to be picked out at the end for the best costume.

What are you waiting for? 【小题5】 And enjoy the French culture to the fullest!