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D-Day Landings Marathon, Normandy running festival

39ᵉ edition June 4 to 7, 2026

30,000 PARTICIPANTS

6 TESTS

67 NATIONALITIES

17 HISTORIC TOWNS CROSSED

60,000 SPECTATORS

26 FAN-ZONES

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in the footsteps of heroes

Created in 1988, the D-Day Landings Marathon tribute, through sport, to the events of D-Day and those who made history. A powerful tribute that comes to life on symbolic routes, through the key sites of the Normandy landings and the Battle of Normandy: Juno and Sword beaches, Ouistreham casino, Pegasus Bridge, and other iconic locations.

With over 30,000 participants each year, the event has become one of the top 5 running events in France. Its unique DNA, combining history, sport, peace and freedom, attracts more and more enthusiasts every year. Through its emblematic routes, the event offers a magnificent showcase for Normandy.

The program for this sporting and popular weekend, a tribute to the events of the D-Day, includes a unique range of events, allowing everyone to participate according to their level of ability and desire.

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in the footsteps of heroes

races
teaser
history
I register
volunteering

Created in 1988, the D-Day Landings Marathon tribute, through sport, to the events of D-Day and those who made history. A powerful tribute that comes to life on symbolic routes, through the key sites of the Normandy landings and the Battle of Normandy: Juno and Sword beaches, Ouistreham casino, Pegasus Bridge, and other iconic locations.

With over 30,000 participants each year, the event has become one of the top 5 running events in France. Its unique DNA, combining history, sport, peace and freedom, attracts more and more enthusiasts every year. Through its emblematic routes, the event offers a magnificent showcase for Normandy.

The program for this sporting and popular weekend, a tribute to the events of the D-Day, includes a unique range of events, allowing everyone to participate according to their level of ability and desire.

I register
6 tests

To each his own distance, imbued with history and emotion

D-Day Landings Marathon (sold out)
Relay Marathon (sold out)
pegasus half-marathon (sold out)
10K - Crédit Agricole Normandie (sold out)
la rochambelle (sold out)
Les Foulées
D-Day

a tribute to history

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key dates

history

2026

39th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2025

Celebrating the Millennium of the City of Caen.

2024

Celebrating the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2019

Celebration of the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2017

30th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2014

Celebrating the 70th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2013

Creation of the Relay Marathon

2007

20th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2006

La Rochambelle socially responsible. Creation of the 10K - Crédit Agricole Normandie. Transition from the Pegasus to the Half Marathon.

2004

Celebrating the 60th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2002

Creation of la Rochambelle, a women's race in tribute to the nurses of General Leclerc's Second Armored Division.

1997

10th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

1994

Celebration of the 50th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy, in the presence of Fred Lebow, founder of the New York Marathon.

1993

The Relais de la Paix, a children's event, became part of the event and became the Foulées de la Liberté.

1989

Official launch of the Pegasus, named after the Pegasus Bridge, the first bridge liberated by the British 6ᵉ Airborne.

1988

Creation of the Marathon de la Liberté and the popular 14km race.

From start to finish, the D-Day Landings Marathon Normandy's history to life. Every year, the event commemorates and pays tribute to those who fought for peace and freedom. Bringing together runners from 67 different countries, it offers a unique adventure that unites the heroes of yesterday with those of today.

2026

39th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2025

Celebrating the Millennium of the City of Caen.

2024

Celebrating the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2019

Celebration of the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2017

30th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2014

Celebrating the 70th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2013

Creation of the Relay Marathon

2007

20th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2006

La Rochambelle becomes a community event. Creation of the 10km. Pegasus becomes a half-marathon.

2004

Celebrating the 60th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

2002

Creation of la Rochambelle, a women's race in tribute to the nurses of General Leclerc's 2nd DB.

1997

10th edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

1994

Celebrating the 50ᵉ anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

1993

The Relais de la Paix, a children's event, became part of the event and became the Foulées de la Liberté.

1989

Official launch of the Pegasus, named after the Pegasus Bridge, the first bridge liberated by the British 6ᵉ Airborne.

1988

Creation of the Marathon de la Liberté and the popular 14km race.

volunteers

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Organized as a non-profit association (under the French law of 1901), the D-Day Landings Marathon on a solid core of volunteers who work year-round to prepare each edition. The event could not exist without their commitment, which contributes both to the development of sports and to the reputation of the Normandy region.

On D-Day, more than 1,600 volunteers are actively involved in making the event a success. Their missions are numerous and all essential to guarantee the welcome and safety of participants: services for runners, logistics, starts and finishes, entertainment, refreshments, etc.

Volunteer commitment is expressed through strong values: conviviality, team spirit, respect and sharing, which make each edition a real collective adventure, both human and sporting.

Join the team! Volunteer registration for the 39th D-Day Landings Marathon on Monday, February 9, 2026. 

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