STOP CHASING MEDALS
START RUNNING FOR HISTORY
250 KM, 6 DAYS, 3 COUNTRIES
HONOR THE PAST WITH EVERY STEP
HONOR THE PAST WITH EVERY STEP
STOP CHASING MEDALS
START RUNNING FOR HISTORY
250 KM, 6 DAYS, 3 COUNTRIES
HONOR THE PAST WITH EVERY STEP
The Liberation Trail: Run History. Feel Freedom.
250 km, 6 days, 3 countries. The ultimate multi-stage Trail Challenge!
You’re here for 250 kilometers of diverse terrain: from the hallowed D-Day beaches of Normandy, through the steep forests of the Ardennes, to the historic woods of the Netherlands.
You aren’t just running a race; you are retracing the path to freedom.
Connect with runners from around the world in a physical and emotional challenge that changes you, with history beneath your feet.
Are you ready for a challenge that defines you?
The Liberation Trail: Run History. Feel Freedom.
250 km, 6 days, 3 countries. The ultimate multi-stage Trail Challenge!
You’re here for 250 kilometers of diverse terrain: from the hallowed D-Day beaches of Normandy, through the steep forests of the Ardennes, to the historic woods of the Netherlands.
You aren’t just running a race; you are retracing the path to freedom.
Connect with runners from around the world in a physical and emotional challenge that changes you, with history beneath your feet.
Are you ready for a challenge that defines you?
HERE WE GO : 253 KM, 3052 M D+, 3038 M D-
Prologue: Pointe du Hoc - Basecamp, 7 km, 51 m D+, 49m D-
Your trail begins at the impressive Pointe du Hoc with a short warm-up run. Green single tracks and the bocage farmland of Normandy set the tone for the days ahead.
Stage 1: Sainte-Mère-Église - Carentan, 45 KM, 260 m D+, 243 m D-
From the church tower with its parachutist, you set off through villages, across Utah Beach, and into the swamps at Carentan. A powerful start on Normandy’s varied terrain.
Stage 2: Juno Beach - Omaha Beach, 51 KM, 578 m D+, 594m D-
Run the legendary D-Day coastline. Sand, cliffs, and rolling trails challenge your endurance and reward you with ocean views.
Stage 3: Petit Coo Night Trail, 15 KM, 623 m D+, 623m D-
Turn on your headlamp. Climb through dark forests, descend technical trails, and feel the magic of running under the stars.
Stage 4: Petit Coo - La Gleize, 27 KM, 930 m D+, 865 m D-
Steep climbs, sharp descents, endless forest paths, and winding trails along the riverbanks. The Ardennes demand focus, strength, and grit.
Stage 5: Eindhoven - Nijmegen, 81 KM, 363 m D+. 429m D-
The longest stage — the one everyone fears, yet longs to finish. Endless kilometers through sandy plains, farmlands, and rolling hills at the end. A true test of endurance.
Stage 6: Ginkel Heath - Arnhem, 25 KM, 247 m D+, 235 m D-
Finish strong. Heathlands, flowing trails, and forest singletracks lead you past the impressive British war cemetery in Oosterbeek, before reaching the John Frost Bridge in Arnhem.
This is yours
As a trail rider, you’ll be fully supported throughout the journey. We take care of all logistics so you can focus on the ride: Your tent and transport are arranged, meals and care are provided, and medical staff ar on standby. Dropbags and a reliable support crew make sure you have everything you need-every step of the way
Drop bags & support crew
Medical supervision
Transport and tent arranged
Food & care
THIS WAS NOT AN EVENT,
THIS WAS A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME EXPERIENCE
Ronald Kleverlaan
Ronald Kleverlaan
HISTORY
On June 6, 1944, D-Day began as allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy in a massive effort to free Europe from Nazi control. Amid gunfire and chaos, soldiers braved the shores, supported by air and sea. Despite heavy resistance, they secured a crucial foothold—marking a turning point in World War II and the beginning of Nazi Germany’s downfall.
In the early hours of June 6, 1944, the quiet French coast of Normandy erupted into chaos. Under the cover of darkness, Allied paratroopers dropped behind enemy lines, disrupting German defenses. At dawn, over 150,000 Allied troops began landing on five beaches – Omaha, Utah, Gold, Juno and Sword – in the largest amphibious invasion ever attempted. Waves of soldiers faced machinegun fire, mined obstacles and rough seas. At Omaha Beach, Aermican forces suffered devastating losses but pressed on. Slowly, beachheads were secured. By nightfall, the Allies had established a foothold in Nazi-occupied France. D-Day was a turning point in Word Ware II – it cracked Hilter’s Atlantic Wall and began the liberation of Western Europe, showing the world the cost and courage of freedom.
WHO PAVED THE
WAY FOR YOU
Our partners
WILL YOU CARRY THE TORCH?
Stop running for yourself. Join a 250 km tribute that breathes life into the stories of 1944. This is not just a race; it’s your chance to honor the path to freedom.
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ORGANISATION
The Liberation Trail is a mission by Persista and 2seconds. Together, we serve as the keepers of history through the heart of ultra-running.
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