3 days of trailrunning adventure
across the d-day beaches
3 days of trailrunning adventure
across the d-day beaches
History, freedom, and challenge
come together in Normandy
History, freedom, and challenge
come together in Normandy
The night of
remembrance
During the day, we visit impressive war cemeteries and a D-Day museum. In the dark, the route passes by the iconic cliffs at Pointe du Hoc.
In the dark, just like at the start of D-Day. What must it have been like here back then?
Utah beach
crossing
Start in Sainte-Mère-Église. The place where paratrooper John Steele got stuck on the church tower and became one of the most famous stories of the invasion.
From the historic drop zone, you head toward Utah Beach.
The beaches of liberation
The ultimate D-Day stage. Along the beaches that made history. Omaha Beach, Gold Beach, Juno Beach, Sword Beach.
From American, British, and Canadian landing sites to monuments, bunkers, memorials and other (hidden) places.
Choose your
experience
The full trail or a selection of stages? You decide. The Liberation Trail is flexible. The participation fee is the same for everyone: €450,- per person.
3-days
survivor challenge
All full stages: 115 km
All half stages: 70 km
The night of
remembrace
19 km
Utah beach
crossing
45 km or 25 km
the beaches
of liberation
51 km or 26 km
Choose your
experience
The full trail or a selection of stages? You decide. The Liberation Trail is flexible. The participation fee is the same for everyone: €450,- per person.
3-days
survivor challenge
All full stages: 115 km
All half stages: 70 km
The night of
remembrace
19 km
Utah beach
crossing
45 km or 25 km
the beaches
of liberation
51 km or 26 km
This is where
freedom started
On June 6th of 1944, the world changed forever. Tens of thousands of young men landed on the beaches of Normandy. Many gave their lives for our freedom.
Along the Liberation Trail, you walk through history. Real places. Real stories. An experience that moves you and stays with you.
It is not a race
No time pressure, just a personal challenge. Experience is the priority.
For everyone
For trailrunners, long distance walkers, interested in militair historic and freedom thinkers
With respect
For history, for those who gave the ultimate, lest we forget
What is included?
- Participation in 3 stages + GPX tracker
- Official Liberation Trail participant shirt
- Aid stations, crew, medics
- Deep historical context: a guided tour, daily pre-stage briefings, and engaging evening sessions
- Burgers and drinks at the finish on Sunday
What is not included?
- Travel to Normandy
- Accommodations
- Food and drinks not mentioned
From Friday to Sunday.
A long weekend.
Three unforgettable days
- In the heart of Normandy
- Experience the Liberation route
- Unforgettable memories
Become
a survivor
Are you running all three full stages? Then you’ll cover 113 kilometres along the most important D-Day locations. For the rest of your life, you’ll be:
Liberation Trail Survivor
A title that stands for perseverance, respect, and experience.
Basecamp
Ferme Hay Day
For three days, Camping Ferme Hay Day forms the beating heart of the Liberation Trail. A place to relax, share stories, and experience the unique atmosphere of Normandy.
This camping option is booked separately in addition to the registration fee.
Become a survivor
Are you running all three full stages? Then you’ll cover 115 kilometers along the most important D-Day locations. For the rest of your life, you’ll be:
Liberation Trail Survivor
A title that stands for perseverance, respect, and experience.
Basecamp Ferme Hay Day
For three days, Camping Ferme Hay Day forms the beating heart of the Liberation Trail. A place to relax, share stories, and experience the unique atmosphere of Normandy.
This camping option is booked separately in addition to the registration fee.
3 days of trailrunning adventure
across the d-day beaches
21, 22 & 23 may 2027
3 days of trailrunning adventure
across the d-day beaches
21, 22 & 23 may 2027
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ORGANISATION
The Liberation Trail is organised by Persista and 2seconds. Together, we serve as the keepers of history through the heart of ultra-running.
Correspondence address
Kwikstaartlaan 42
3704 GS Zeist
Registration No. Chamber of Commerce: 5750759
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A living salute to freedom