The Winter Marathon Leeuwarden 2025 invites runners to embrace the winter chill on December 20, 2025, in the historic city of Leeuwarden, Friesland. Organized by Valk Event Productions in collaboration with Sportvereniging Friesland, the event features nine race distances: 500 m, 1,000 m, 1,500 m (Kidsrun), 5.5 km, 7.5 km, 10 km, 16 km, 21.1 km (Half Marathon), and 42.2 km (Full Marathon) . The race routes traverse the scenic countryside, passing through villages such as Marssum, Menaldum, and Dronrijp, before returning along the Van Harinxmakanaal to Leeuwarden . Participants can look forward to well-organized support stations, digital timekeeping, and festive post-race amenities, including warm beverages and snacks. The event fosters a community atmosphere, welcoming both competitive runners and families seeking a fun, active day out.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
16 km
10 km
7 km
5 km
Race Date:
20 December, 2025
Held on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands, the full marathon offers a beautiful winter route passing through Marssum, Menaldum, and Dronrijp. Organized by Valk Event Productions, this 42.2 km race provides a festive and scenic experience for experienced long-distance runners.
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FAQs
What is the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
How long is the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
Where does the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
Held on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands, the full marathon offers a beautiful winter route passing through Marssum, Menaldum, and Dronrijp. Organized by Valk Event Productions, this 42.2 km race provides a festive and scenic experience for experienced long-distance runners.
The Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon is 42km long.
The Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon takes place in Leeuwarden, Netherlands.
Runna classifies the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
Held on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands, the full marathon offers a beautiful winter route passing through Marssum, Menaldum, and Dronrijp. Organized by Valk Event Productions, this 42.2 km race provides a festive and scenic experience for experienced long-distance runners.
How long is the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
The Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon take place?
The Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon takes place in Leeuwarden, Netherlands.
What is the elevation gain of the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
Runna classifies the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Winter Marathon Leeuwarden Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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