Ostend Half Marathon 2027
- Next eventย :ย Sun, February 28, 2027Date confirmed
- Last eventย :ย Sun, February 8, 2026
The event in a few words
You had put your running season on standby but you need to pin on a bib as early as February? Then lace up and head to the most British Belgian city in the country: Ostend! ๐ Also nicknamed the โqueen of the beachesโ, this highly popular seaside resort ๐๏ธ in West Flanders hosts the second edition of its running event: the Ostend Half Marathon (or Besox Halve van Oostende for the flamingos ๐ฆฉ). On the shores of the North Sea, you'll enjoy the salty air, but above all the wind! ๐ฌ๏ธ You'll fight a double battle: one against the elements of nature ๐ and another to beat your time on an ultra-flat course โฑ๏ธ.
On the half marathon or the 10 km, you'll cross the city, pass by the dunes and run along the seawall. A true seaside course, we hope you have your sea legs! โ๏ธ The exact 2027 route will be unveiled shortly, but it will broadly follow that of the first edition. The start will be given near the port, on Zeeheldenplein square. After leaving the center ๐๏ธ, you'll take the paths overlooking Mariakerke beach. For the 10 km runners, it will already be time to head to the beach, not to swim ๐โโ๏ธ but to reach the finish line! ๐ฅ Be careful not to slip on a piece of seaweed on the way back ๐. To go the full 21.097 km, you'll need to continue along the dune path to Middelkerke beach. The return is also on the sand, so don't linger in front of the captivating architecture of the SILT hotel, because the tide may come back in and you won't be able to reach the finish line anymore! ๐
After the effort, stop O-stend for a bit! ๐ฝ๏ธ The Vistrap fish market will be your aid station after braving the wind and sea spray ๐จ. You won't escape the local specialty: fish ๐. In every sauce and every form, you'll discover the gastronomic richness of Flanders ๐ฆ. To digest your meal, head to Fort Napoleon for a cultural stroll with the sound of the waves in the background ๐ฅฐ. Want to stay on the sea theme? Dive into maritime history at the Museum aan de Stroom in the neighboring city of Antwerp. Speaking of neighboring cities, a detour to Bruges is a must! Typical and historic architecture, a fries museum, canals... A real condensed version of Belgium!
The other participants are already waiting for you O-stend at the start! ๐
5 reasons to join this race
A word from the organizer:
"The Besox Halve van Oostende is a winter half marathon with an original concept," says Greg Broekmans of organizer Golazo. "Partly on road, and partly unpaved. And in February, the fight against the elements is never far away. The wind blows mainly from the west, which means there will be a headwind on the way out and a tailwind on the way back. This of course makes the event exciting and different from traditional city races. This event is the newcomer in our great running program and marks the start of a great half-marathon season. We are convinced that, besides its sporting value, this event will add value to overnight tourism in Ostend."
A distance for every taste
Half MarathonTOP
10โkm
- Sunday, February 28, 2027 at 10:30 AM
- 21.0975โkm
A few more words
You'll start from Zeeheldenplein, right by the beach! ๐๏ธ You'll run through Oostende, go as far as Mariakerke and race along the trails to reach Middelkerke ๐. You'll make your way back along the beach, on the sand ๐๏ธ. You'll be able to give it your all to try to set a new personal record! โฑ๏ธ The final 2027 route will be revealed soon. The finish line will close at around 1:45 pm (provisional schedule).
10โkm : Road Running 10โkm
Road Running- Sunday, February 28, 2027 at 9:45 AM
- 10โkm
A few more words
You will start from Zeeheldenplein, right by the beach! You will pass through Oostende and go as far as Mariakerke. Then you will turn around and come back along the seafront, on the tarmac ๐ฃ๏ธ. You will be able to give it your all on the way back to try to set a new personal record! โฑ๏ธ The final 2027 course will be revealed soon. There is no real time limit for the 10 km (the finish line remains open for the half marathon), but this is a running race: walkers are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
For the 21.0975 km, the finish line will close at around 1:45 pm, roughly 3 hours after the last participant starts (provisional schedule). For the 10 km, there isn't really a time limit, as the finish must remain open for the half marathon, but walkers are not allowed.
The start will be given on Sunday, February 28, 2027 in Ostend:
10 km: 9:45 am
21.0975 km: 10:30 am
The finish will close between 1:30 pm and 1:45 pm. These times are still provisional, and the exact 2027 start location will be confirmed shortly by the organizers.
Pick-up of bibs, T-shirts and group packs is possible:
on Saturday, February 27, 2027 between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm
on Sunday, February 28, 2027 from 8:30 am
These times are still subject to change. The location will be announced later.
Yes, aid stations are planned along the course for the 10 km and the 21.0975 km, as well as at the finish. Their locations will be announced shortly.
Your registration includes:
Exclusive medal
Fully marked course
Experienced pacers
Timing with an electronic chip
Refreshments along the way for the 10 km and 21.0975 km
Final refreshments at the finish
Sportinez insurance during your participation
21.0975 km: โฌ37 for the first 500 registrants, then โฌ42
10 km: โฌ23 for the first 500 registrants, then โฌ26
Online registrations remain open until Saturday, February 27, 2027, unless the distance is full. On-site registrations are also possible on race day.
Group registrations are open until Sunday, February 7, 2027 at 11:59 pm. Group pick-up is possible from 10 people.
On race day, you must be at least 12 years old for the 10 km and 16 years old for the half marathon.
No, no medical certificate is required. However, the organizer recommends having a preventive check-up with a sports doctor before the race.
You can check the race rules here
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