Leuven Marathon
Marathon, half marathon and 10K running through the heart of Leuven.
Target runners and fitness enthusiasts with race-day sponsorships, training gear promotions, and post-race recovery/celebration offers tied to a major city marathon event.
- Training tips and gear guides leading up to race day
- Race-day fuel and hydration product spotlights
- Post-race recovery and celebration venue partnerships
- Local Leuven tourism tie-ins for visiting runners and families
The Leuven Marathon, which arrived on Sunday, April 19, followed the unforgettable success of the 2025 European Running Championships. The event offers three distances (10 km, half marathon, or full marathon) through the heart of Leuven, starting and finishing at Sportoase, with marathon runners enjoying a brand-new loop through the Forests of Brabant. DJs, live acts, and thousands of enthusiastic supporters make it an incredible experience all the way to the finish line.
Sunday 19 April, 7:30 AM
Bib collection and race pack pickup begins
Sunday 19 April, 9:00 AM
10 km and marathon wave 1 start (both begin simultaneously)
Sunday 19 April, 2:15 PM (14:15)
Half marathon wave 1 start
- Route combines vibrant city centre with Gothic landmarks (Stadhuis, St. Peter's Church, University Library), flat canal sections, and green forest loops through Heverleebos
- 17,900 participants across all distances (3,300 marathoners, 5,700 10K runners, plus half-marathoners)
- DJs, live acts, and supporters along the entire route; wheelchair-accessible stands at finish
- Finisher medals for all distances and exclusive event t-shirt for marathon participants
- Circular course starting and finishing at Sportoase (Philips site)
- Personalized bibs with runner names and wave start system