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Marathon de la liberté, 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 pays tribute, through sport, to the events of the D-Day and to those who left their mark on history. It's a powerful tribute that comes to life on symbolic routes through the key sites of the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy: Juno and Sword beaches, Ouistreham casino, Pegasus Bridge and other emblematic sites.

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

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history
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volunteering

Created in 1988, the D-Day Landings Marathon pays tribute, through sport, to the events of the D-Day and to those who left their mark on history. It's a powerful tribute that comes to life on symbolic routes through the key sites of the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy: Juno and Sword beaches, Ouistreham casino, Pegasus Bridge and other emblematic sites.

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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6 tests

To each his own distance, imbued with history and emotion

D-Day Landings marathon
marathon relay
pegasus half marathon
10km-crédit agricole normandie
la rochambelle
strides

the
freedom marathon

The ultimate test

5,000 PARTICIPANTS

42.195 km

149 D+

DEPARTURE : BÉNOUVILLE

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relay
marathon À 4

Strength in numbers

5,000 PARTICIPANTS

42.195 km

100 M+

DEPARTURE : BÉNOUVILLE

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pegasus half marathon

The legendary event

5,000 PARTICIPANTS

42.195 km

100 M+

START: COURSEULLES-SUR-MER

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the 10KM - CRÉDIT AGRICOLE NORMANDIE

The city belongs to you

5,000 PARTICIPANTS

42.195 km

100 M+

START: COURSEULLES-SUR-MER

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La
ROCHAMBELLE

The solidarity event

10,000 PARTICIPANTS

42.195 km

100 M+

START: COURSEULLES-SUR-MER

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LES
FOULÉES

The school test

4,000 PARTICIPANTS

42.195 km

100 M+

START: COURSEULLES-SUR-MER

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D-Day

a tribute to history

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key dates

history

2026

39ᵉ edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2025

Celebrating the Millennium of the City of Caen.

2024

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

2019

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

2017

30ᵉ edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2014

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

2013

Creation of the Relay Marathon

2007

20ᵉ edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2006

La Rochambelle becomes a community event. Creation of the 10K - Crédit Agricole Normandie. Pegasus becomes a half-marathon.

2004

Celebrating the 60ᵉ 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

10ᵉ edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

1994

Celebration of the 50ᵉ 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 children's race is integrated into the event and becomes the Foulées de la Liberté children's race.

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 is the heartbeat of Normandy's history. Each year, the event remembers and pays tribute to those who worked for peace and freedom. Gathered under 67 nationalities, the runners share a unique adventure, uniting the heroes of yesterday and those of today.

2026

39ᵉ edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2025

Celebrating the Millennium of the City of Caen.

2024

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

2019

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

2017

30ᵉ edition of the D-Day Landings Marathon

2014

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

2013

Creation of the Relay Marathon

2007

20ᵉ 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 60ᵉ 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

10ᵉ 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 children's race is integrated into the event and becomes the Foulées de la Liberté children's race.

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.

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Organized under the French law of 1901, the D-Day Landings Marathon relies 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 sporting activities and to the influence 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 registrations for the 39ᵉ D-Day Landings Marathon will open in January 2026. 

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After selling out the 2025 edition in record time, the D-Day Landings Marathon is back for another anthological experience from June 4 to 7, 2026.

🏁 NEW - Registrations will open from November 5, 2025, on a progressive schedule to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.

 

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