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Updates & Daily reports
HE FULL RECAP of Liberation Trail 2026 is here!
HE FULL RECAP of Liberation Trail 2026 is here! Take your time, press play, turn your phone sideways and relive the complete journey from start to finish. From the first footsteps in Normandy to the final finish line. Every stage. Every climb. Every beach. Every...
Stage 6: The last stage
The final chapter. The perfect finish. On sunday we completed the sixth and final stage of the Liberation Trail 2026, covering 25 km from the iconic John Frost Bridge in Arnhem to the historic Ginkelse Heide near Ede, where the Mayor gave every runner a warm and...
Stage 5: The Longest stage
The longest stage. The one everyone fears, yet longs to finish. 81 kilometers from Eindhoven to Nijmegen, the longest and most demanding stage of the event. A day where endurance, resilience, and determination are tested like never before. The journey began in the...
Stage 4: La Gleize
What a day in the Ardennes! Today’s route took us from the famous Tiger Tank at La Gleize, through the flowing forest trails towards Stoumont, before returning along the banks of the River Amblève and finishing at the spectacular Waterfalls of Coo. The history beneath...
Stage 3: Night trail in the Ardennes
Petit Coo – Night Trail – 15 km Headlights on and go. Climb the famous "Iceberg" and cross the Petit Coo waterfall and explore the Ardennes by nightfall This is the Liberation Trail. #LiberationTrail #DDayBeaches #Normandy #OmahaBeach #TrailRunning #HistoryInMotion...
Koen loopt in de voetsporen van de bevrijders
Sint-Oedenrode - Waar de meeste hardlopers zich richten op een snelle tijd of een persoonlijk record, zoekt Koen van den Hurk het dit keer ergens anders. De Rooienaar staat deze week aan de start van de Liberation Trail, een bijzondere meerdaagse hardlooptocht die de...
Stage 2: The D-Day Beaches
51 km. Four legendary beaches. One epic day. From Sword to Juno, Gold and finally Omaha Beach, participants follow the footsteps of the Allied liberators across the Normandy coastline. Expect sand, heat, cliffs, wheat fields, bocage, blackberry bushes and, of course,...
Gooi en Eemlander
Our participant Myron was interviewed by The Gooi & Eemlander. What a nice story, thanx for that
STAGE 1: SAINTE-MERE EGLISE TO CARENTAN
From Sainte-Mère-Église to Utah Beach, through the flooded swamps and on to Carentan. A long, hot and intense day, but everyone made it safely to the finish. Tired legs, big smiles and unforgettable memories. Today we followed the footsteps of the paratroopers of the...
Operation Varsity
Operation Varsity On March 27, 1945, Operation Plunder came to an end. While running the paths during the Liberation Trail on Tour at Groesbeek, we came across the name Operation Varsity. This was an Allied airborne operation that was part of the larger Operation...
Liberation Trail on Tour Scheveningen
Liberation Trail on Tour - Scheveningen On Sunday, April 19, we’re hosting the final Liberation Trail on Tour before we head to Normandy in June for the 2026 edition. This run takes place in Scheveningen —one of the trickiest Dutch place names to pronounce correctly,...
Preparing for the Mission
Preparing for the Mission "Preparing for 250 km is not just about the miles. It’s about building the resilience to carry the torch from Normandy to Arnhem. Whether you are an experienced ultra-runner or joining the squad for the first time: the mission requires a...
Practical information: Liberation Trail on Tour – Groesbeek
Dear Keeper of History, Sunday, March 1, we’re taking you to the forests and hills around Groesbeek and Mook. During this 23 km trail run, we’ll move through a historic landscape where the events of September 1944 are still clearly visible. This run is partly a Recon...
MISSION BRIEFING: ONLINE Q&A SESSIONS
Distance should never be a barrier to honoring history Whether you are joining us from France, Germany, the USA, Canada, or simply couldn't make it to our live events: we are bringing the mission to you. Herco, René and Mark are hosting two exclusive Online Mission...
Friday the 13th
Friday the 13th In Europe, America, and some countries in Asia (such as India), 13 is considered an unlucky number. This is thought to be because it is 1 + 12. Twelve is regarded as the number of 'perfection'; for example, in the New Testament, there are 12 apostles....
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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