In Flanders Fields Marathon

Location:

Flanders

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Belgium

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Europe

Historic marathon through WWI sites in Flanders, blending athletic challenge with remembrance.

Race Details

Race Distance

Marathon

42.2km

26.22ml

Race Official Name

In Flanders Fields Marathon

Race Month

September

About the In Flanders Fields Marathon

The In Flanders Fields Marathon takes runners on a poignant journey through the historic landscapes of Flanders, Belgium. This unique event combines athletic challenge with remembrance, as participants traverse the very grounds where World War I battles were fought. The course winds through picturesque countryside, past war memorials, and alongside iconic poppy fields immortalized in John McCrae's poem. With a mostly flat terrain, the marathon offers a PR-friendly route while immersing runners in a profound historical experience. The race culminates in a moving finish, where the sacrifice of fallen soldiers is honored, creating an unforgettable and emotionally charged atmosphere for all participants.

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