Marathon of Liberty
Road Running and Walking & Hiking covering 1.3 km to 42.2 km with up to 196 m D+ in Caen (Normandy, France)
Marathon of Liberty is an endurance sporting event in Caen, Normandy, FR focused on Road Running and Walking & Hiking. First held in 1988, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include Culture & History, City Run, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races.
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Marathon relay (42.2 km, +110 m D+), Liberty Marathon (42.2 km, +196 m D+), Pegasus Half Marathon (21.1 km, +104 m D+), 10 km Crédit Agricole Normandy (10 km, +32 m D+), The Rochambelle (5 km, +22 m D+), and La Rochambelle - La Crapette (3 km, +14 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 10, 2027 to June 13, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathondelaliberte.fr).
Races & distances (7)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon relay | Road Running | 42.2 km | +110 m | 3 m - 61 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| Liberty Marathon | Road Running | 42.2 km | +196 m | 6 m - 88 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Pegasus Half Marathon | Road Running | 21.1 km | +104 m | 6 m - 62 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| 10 km Crédit Agricole Normandy | Road Running | 10 km | +32 m | 3 m - 35 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Rochambelle | Walking & Hiking | 5 km | +22 m | 15 m - 24 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| La Rochambelle - La Crapette | Walking & Hiking | 3 km | +14 m | 3 m - 9 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Road Running 1.3 km | Road Running | 1.3 km | +11 m | 6 m - 17 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 3 m to 61 m above sea level (+110 m D+, -112 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 6 m to 88 m above sea level (+196 m D+, -196 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 6 m to 62 m above sea level (+104 m D+, -103 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 3 m to 35 m above sea level (+32 m D+, -32 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 15 m to 24 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 3 m to 9 m above sea level (+14 m D+, -14 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 6 m to 17 m above sea level (+11 m D+, -11 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Marathon of Liberty take place?
Marathon of Liberty takes place in Caen, Normandy, FR (start area at coordinates 49.1783° N, 0.3716° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 10, 2027 to June 13, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Marathon of Liberty?
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Marathon relay (42.2 km, +110 m D+), Liberty Marathon (42.2 km, +196 m D+), Pegasus Half Marathon (21.1 km, +104 m D+), 10 km Crédit Agricole Normandy (10 km, +32 m D+), The Rochambelle (5 km, +22 m D+), and La Rochambelle - La Crapette (3 km, +14 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Running and Walking & Hiking.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Marathon of Liberty?
The main competition (Marathon relay over 42.2 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +110 m of elevation gain and -112 m of elevation loss, ranging between 3 m and 61 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for Marathon of Liberty?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathondelaliberte.fr).