Early-bird ratefromNovember 4, 2026, to December 4, 2026: 65€ (4€ off for FFA members)
Standard rate from December 5, 2026, to May 13, 2027: €74 (€4 discount for FFA members)
Closing-period rate from May 14, 2027, to June 9, 2027: €84 (€4 discount for FFA members)
Students, job seekers, and individuals receiving RSA or ASS benefits are eligible for the opening-period rate of €65 all year round. Simply enter the discount code that applies to your situation when selecting your events: ETUDIANT2027 for students or COURIR2027 for job seekers and recipients of RSA or ASS. Proof of eligibility will be required at the time of registration.

First Marathon Goal

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Personalisation of bibs

Every participant is unique. Register by May 13, 2027, and receive a personalized race number on race day (first name/nickname, team name).

The organization is continuing its race bib exchange program, which makes it easier for runners to buy and sell bibs directly through the registration platform.

I'm giving up my bib

You can give your bib a friend or family member or offer it for sale via the official exchange. In both cases, a 2€ administrative fee will be deducted from your registration refund. See the official rules for details on how to get a refund for your options.

→ Transfer to someone
Enter the recipient’s email address; they will receive instructions via email and will have 48 hours to complete their registration. After this period, your race bib will be listed for sale on the race bib marketplace. The recipient will purchase the race bib at the current rate. → Transfer via the race number exchange
You can list your race number for sale on the official exchange. It will be visible to other runners looking for a race number. You will only be refunded your registration fee if the race number is resold to another runner.

I'm looking for a bib

Until the event approaches, bibs are accessible to the general public. bibs are only posted bibs the official exchange when other runners initiate resale offers. If there are no offers, no bib available.

The resale of bibs the official circuit is prohibited and considered fraudulent.

- Free shuttle buses;

- Pace setters; 

- Locker rooms;

- Live tracking and fan route planning;

- Refreshment stations every 5 km;

- Musical performances along the route;

- Buffet Flavors of Normandy ;

- Recovery area (physical therapists and podiatrists);

- Finisher performance T-shirt;

- Collector's medal;

- Live results;

etc.

Man: Sorri ABDISA in 2h12'37'' in 2012 (ETH).
Female: Elisabeth CHEMWENO in 2h35'23'' in 2008 (KEN).

Elite Division

L'accès au plateau élite est réservé aux coureurs justifiant d'une performance conforme aux barèmes suivants : hommes < 2h28′00″ | femmes < 3h04′00″ (niveau N4).

Preferential bib (sub-elite bib)

L'attribution d'un dossard sub-élite est réservé aux coureurs justifiant d'une performance conforme aux barèmes suivants : hommes < 2h44′00″ | femmes < 3h32′00″ (niveau IR4).

Requests for elite and sub-elite bib numbers can be made directly during registration or sent to info@marathondelaliberte.fr by May 13, 2027. For any questions regarding the elite field and prize structure, please contact the organizers at elite@marathondelaliberte.fr

A Photo Recap of the 2026 " D-Day Landings Marathon " by clicking here.

Watch the aftermovie for the 2026 edition by clicking here.

The " D-Day Landings Marathon " is limited to 5 hours and 30 minutes, with time limits set at the following checkpoints:

- 10 km in under 1 hour and 20 minutes;

- 15 km in under 2 hours;

- 20 km in under 2 hours and 40 minutes;

- 25 km in under 3 hours and 18 minutes;

- 30 km in under 3 hours and 56 minutes;

- 35 km in under 4 hours and 35 minutes.

In France, the French Athletics Federation (FFA) sets the rules for participation in running events. In accordance with the regulations governing running events, participation in any competition is subject to the mandatory presentation of proof of fitness.

You can transfer your proof of fitness from your online account by clicking here.

To take part in the races, you must present one of the following two documents:

→ French Athletics Federation License

Only Athlé Compétition, Athlé Entreprise, or Athlé Running licenses issued by the French Athletics Federation are accepted.

→ Pass Prévention Santé

Not a licensed runner? You must deposit your Pass Prévention Santé (PPS), issued by the FFA, which is mandatory for participating in running competitions in France and valid for one year.

Deadlines for sending us your proof :

- May 13, 2027, for those registered as a team.

- June 9, 2027, for individual participants.

Access to Parc des Expositions de Caen

- Parc des Expositions de Caen Rue Joseph Philippon, 14000 Caen

- Free car and bike parking from June 10 to 13, 2027

Access to finish area

The finish line will be renovated in 2027. Its new location and all related practical information will be announced shortly.

If you are participating as part of a team,please contact your team leader directly to find out the withdrawal procedures your team has decided on.
If you are registered as an individual, thefollowing information applies to you.

Race bibs can be picked up at the “ Marathon Expo ” at the “ D-Day Landings Marathon ” at Parc des Expositions de Caen (rue Joseph Philippon):
FRIDAY, JUNE 11, FROM 2:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
SATURDAY, JUNE 12, FROM 10:00 AM TO 7:00 PM

BIB COLLECTION = COMPLETE REGISTRATION + ID + BIB NUMBER

In-person pickup required:Race bibs may notbe picked up on behalf of another person. Each participant must come in person to the Bib collection area with a valid form of identification.

IMPORTANT – Participant Wristband: Afteridentity verification, a wristband will be placed on each participant’s wrist when they pick up their race number. Like the race number, this wristband must be worn at all times during the event. Both must remain visible at all times. The organizers reserve the right to conduct checks at any time.

To pick up your race packet quickly, please bring your race number, which is available in your 123go runner’s portal.

No pins will be provided. Please be sure to bring the necessary pins with you.

Reminder: The transfer and resale of race bibs outside of the race bib exchange are prohibited and considered fraudulent.

A free shuttle service is available in partnership with Keolis to take you to the start of the event.

Boarding: Cours Général Koenig, 14000 Caen. Free parking at the Parc des Expositions de Caen. View the shuttle route map by clicking here.

Arrival : Courseulles-sur-Mer.

Shift hours: 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.

A delivery truck Normatrans will be at the start of the race to store your personal belongings. Bags can be checked in using the detachable coupon attached to your race bib.

Maximum permitted dimensions: 45 × 35 × 20 cm (small backpack). Please note: No bags or containers will be provided at the start. You can retrieve your personal belongings upon arrival.

Pacers

Pacemakers will help you reach your goals in 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30 and 4:45.

Start corrals

start corral s will be set up to ensure the start runs as smoothly as possible. On race day, please line up in the starting area corresponding to your expected finish time: elite runners and those with priority bibs, 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, and over. The latter areas are open to all runners at the start of the race.

Hydration

To reduce its environmental impact, the event is updating its hydration system.

No plastic water bottles will be distributed along the course or at the finish line.

To ensure that everyone can stay hydrated throughout the race, new water stations directly connected to the drinking water supply will be set up every 3 km, as well as at the finish line.

Each runner must bring their own reusable container to the starting line, such as:

- A flexible flask;

- A hydration vest or pack equipped with a water bladder;

- A reusable, foldable cup.

Solid

Food stations will be set up every 5 km, offering bananas, oranges, sugar cubes, as well as dried apricots and saltine crackers starting at the 21st km.

A full meal will also be provided at the finish line, along with a buffet "Flavors of Normandy" buffet where you can sample local specialties.

Solid food refreshments along the course and at the finish line are provided by the U stores in Calvados.

Showers will be available for runners near the finish line. Their exact location will be announced shortly.

Live tracking

It will be possible to follow the riders thanks to Breizh Chronothe event's official timekeeper.

Available on the app and on the web, Live Inside by Breizh Chrono offers :

- Live, point-by-point tracking for each runner;

- Quick access to the race leader at each checkpoint;

- A prediction of each runner's split times at the next timing point.

Supporters' bonus: create your own tribe of runners and follow all your friends and family from the mobile app.

Supporters itineraries

Numerous bands will be playing along the route of the various events. Supporter itineraries are also available, so that your loved ones can easily follow you on D-Day. To find out more, click here.

Reminder: for reasons of safety and fairness, the presence of accompanying persons on bicycles or using any other means of transport is strictly forbidden. Any rider failing to comply with this rule will be disqualified.

Cross the finish line in the heart of downtown Caen. Your friends and family will be able to follow and support you from dedicated fan zones.

Access

The finish line will be renovated in 2027. Its new location and all related practical information will be announced shortly.

Free car and bike parking at the “ Parc des Expositions de Caen ” from June 10 to 13, 2027.

Race results will be available live on the event's website thanks to Breizh Chrono, the event's official timekeeper.

View the results of the D-Day Landings Marathon by clicking here.

Two options included in registration fee | Collector's medal and finisher's T-shirt

Bonus: If a participant chooses not to receive rewards, their contribution will be honored through a donation to the fight against cancer, supporting the partner organizations of “La Rochambelle, ” the event’s women’s charity race.

Physiotherapists and chiropodists will welcome you in the recovery area (runners zone) to provide you with recovery treatments and massages.

The awards ceremony will take place near the finish line on Sunday, June 13, at 1:30 p.m. (tentative time).

Only the first 3 men and women runners (scratch and regional) will be called to the podium for the awards ceremony.

The first male and female riders in each category will receive their awards in the weeks following the event.