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
Website
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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