Established in 1988, the Marathon de la Liberté honors the historical significance of the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy. The marathon course spans 42.195 km, traversing 17 communes and passing by key historical sites such as Juno and Sword Beaches, Pegasus Bridge, and Ouistreham Casino. In addition to the marathon, the event offers a Relay Marathon, Pegasus Half Marathon, 10K, La Rochambelle (a women's 5 km run-walk supporting cancer research), and Les Rollers de la Liberté (a 2-hour walk/run on a closed circuit). The 2025 edition is part of the Caen Millennium Celebrations, adding special historical and cultural significance to the event.
Race
Marathon
The D-Day Landings Marathon, taking place on June 16, 2025, features a scenic course with an elevation gain of 113 meters and attracts 5,000 participants. Organized by Les Courants de la Liberté, this event honors the spirit of the D-Day landings with a race through the historic Normandy coastline.
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FAQs
What is the D-Day Landings Marathon?
How long is the D-Day Landings Marathon?
Where does the D-Day Landings Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the D-Day Landings Marathon?
How can I prepare for the D-Day Landings Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the D-Day Landings Marathon?
The D-Day Landings Marathon, taking place on June 16, 2025, features a scenic course with an elevation gain of 113 meters and attracts 5,000 participants. Organized by Les Courants de la Liberté, this event honors the spirit of the D-Day landings with a race through the historic Normandy coastline.
The D-Day Landings Marathon is 42km long.
The D-Day Landings Marathon takes place in Courseulles-sur-Mer, Normandy, France.
The D-Day Landings Marathon elevation gain is 113 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
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 D-Day Landings Marathon?
The D-Day Landings Marathon, taking place on June 16, 2025, features a scenic course with an elevation gain of 113 meters and attracts 5,000 participants. Organized by Les Courants de la Liberté, this event honors the spirit of the D-Day landings with a race through the historic Normandy coastline.
How long is the D-Day Landings Marathon?
The D-Day Landings Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the D-Day Landings Marathon take place?
The D-Day Landings Marathon takes place in Courseulles-sur-Mer, Normandy, France.
What is the elevation gain of the D-Day Landings Marathon?
The D-Day Landings Marathon elevation gain is 113 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the D-Day Landings 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 D-Day Landings 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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