Great Breweries Marathon 2026
- Next eventย :ย Sun, May 3, 2026Date confirmed
The event in a few words
Let's be honest: if James Bond had to swap his Martini ๐ธ for a beer after a high-speed chase in the Province of Antwerp, this is where he'd come ๐ต๏ธ.
The Great Breweries Marathon is the Inception of running: an immersion in a brewery ๐ป, within another brewery, in the heart of Flanders. Starting from Puurs-Sint-Amands, the event offers you five formats: marathon, 25 km, and 17 km, the latter two being doable by walking! ๐ถ This early May day promises to be under the sign of malt ๐พ and sunshine ๐. But no drinks on the terrace, you'll have to lace up your sneakers ๐ and cover the kilometers before you can enjoy the tasting once you cross the finish line! ๐
The route is more rolling than a barrel rolling downhill ๐ข๏ธ, which is perfect for your joints ๐. We're leaving the beaten path to enter the inner sanctum: you will tread the ground of the Duvel Moortgat brewery. For a bit of history, "Duvel" means "devil" in local dialect ๐. It is said that a neighbor, impressed by the potency of the brew, exclaimed: "It's a real devil!" That's exactly what your legs will be saying when you speed up in front of the giant vats ๐ฌ. The ambiance? It's a joyful mix between a Tour de France stage and a village festival that lasted a little too long ๐คช. With over 5,000 participants, you're far from the loneliness of the long-distance runner. Here, we run for the heritage, for the smell of hops tickling your nostrils and for the refreshments that are out of the ordinary ๐. You won't encounter any traffic jams on the course (apart from those from the bottles ๐), but you might have some after crossing the finish line, when everyone rushes to grab their precious tasting pack ๐.
If you want to make a detour, make a jump to the fort of Breendonk. It's rich with history and makes you realize that your muscle aches are just a minor detail ๐ . To impress at the next dinner ๐ฝ๏ธ, don't forget to try the Malines Asparagus. It's local, it's seasonal, and it's a change from the usual pre-race pasta dish ๐ฅ.
Brew if you can! ๐คฏ The Great Breweries Marathon awaits its best brewers runners to honor the Flemish land ๐บ.
4 reasons to join this race
A distance for every taste
MarathonTOP
25โkm
17โkm
- Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 9:15 AM
A few more words
The main event ๐ธ offers a complete loop through Puurs, Buggenhout, and Londerzeel. The route has many highlights: crossing through the woods of Buggenhoutbos ๐ณ and the full immersion in the three partner breweries ๐ป.
Marathon
WalkingRoad Running 25โkm
Road Running- Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 11:15 AM
A few more words
This intermediate format is the perfect compromise for those who want a challenge without the demands of a marathon ๐ค. The course includes the most iconic sections, including the indoor brewery passages ๐ป.
Walking 25โkm
Walking- Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 11:40 AM
A few more words
The route of the walk is the same as that of the run ๐.
Road Running 17โkm
Road Running- Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 9:15 AM
A few more words
An accessible distance to savor the atmosphere of the Great Breweries without overextending yourself ๐ชฝ. The route is very smooth, winding through the rural landscapes of the province of Antwerp and the famous brewing production sites ๐พ.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
You can pick up your race bib at the Duvel Moortgat Brewery:
on Sunday, May 3rd, starting at 7 AM
The races will start at the Duvel Moortgat Brewery on Sunday, May 3rd, 2026:
Start Great Breweries Marathon & 17K: 9:15 AM
Start Great Breweries 25K: 11:15 AM
Official finish line closure: 7:00 PM
No, it is not required, however, you must present a PPS certificate dated less than a year before the race date.
17 km:
race bib 1,001 to 3,000: โฌ41
over 3,000: โฌ45
25 km:
race bib 1,001 to 3,000: โฌ48
over 3,000: โฌ54
42 km:
race bib 1,001 to 3,000: โฌ99
over 3,000: โฌ110
Marathon: 6h
25 km: 4h
17 km: 2h15
Refreshment points:
Water and isotonic drinks provided approximately every 5 km. At kilometers 15, 25, and 35, bananas are available. Once at the finish, runners receive a sports water bottle and a biscuit.
Beer basket:
Everyone who reaches the finish line will be rewarded with a well-filled basket of delicious beers from Duvel Moorgat, Brouwerijen Palm, De Hoorn & Rodenbach, and the Bosteels Brewery.
Tastings:
Runners will first focus on their athletic performance but can enjoy a tasting as a reward at the finish. Savor without overindulging, it's smarter consumption.
Your registration includes:
Personalized race bib with your name, only available for online registered participants before April 13
Unique souvenir medal at the finish for every participant
Free exclusive 'Great Breweries Marathon' t-shirt
Tastings at the finish
A large basket of beers
Refreshments along the route and at the finish
Changing rooms near the start, changing rooms and showers near the finish (Sporthal Vrijhals, Cyriel Verschaevestraat 15, 2870 Puurs)
Free sports bag storage
Correct mileage and time indication along the route and at the finish
Electronic chip for accurate time recording
Detailed course description for each distance, with indication of refreshment stations
Sportinez insurance during the races
Changing rooms and showers are planned near the start and finish (Sporthal Vrijhals, Cyriel Verschaevestraat 15, 2870 Puurs).
If you have any more questions, you can contact the organizers via email:
Focus
A next-gen platform helping sports enthusiasts of all levels discover territories and heritage through races tailored to them.
Made in France, between Lyon and Nantes