FAQ

When and where is Long Course Weekend Belgium?

Long Course Weekend Belgium takes place from 20 – 22 September 2024 in and around Nieuwpoort. For travel information please click here.

What distances are there for each event?

We offer the possibility to enter different distances within different disciplines: Swim: 1,9 km, 3,8 km Bike: 45km, 90 km and 180 km Run: 5 km, 10 km, 21,1 km, 42,2 km Long Course: 3.8 km Swim, 180 km Bike, 42.2 km Run

Is there a kids event?

Yes there is! Long Course Weekend Kinder gives children to opportunity to get a taste of the sport as well. There is also a kidsrun on Sunday.

How do I know for sure that I am registered?

You should receive a confirmation email; don’t forget to check your spam where it might end up in case you can’t find the email. If you're not certain you have received the confirmation email, if you cannot find it, send us an email at [email protected].

Can I register for someone else?

You are NOT permitted to register for another athlete. For safety & security reasons you must register yourself and bring photo identification so that we can guarantee we are giving the right event number & timing chip to the correct athlete. This avoids mix ups with announcements, emergency contact information on the reverse of the race number, finisherpix, and timing. You can register your child for the kidsrun on sunday.

When can I expect the event pack?

Absolutely everything you need to know about the Long Course Weekend will be communicated a few weeks before the event via e-mail, with a full race pack available to download up to 4 weeks prior to the event. This will include event timings, registration details and important information. It is important to carefully read through this information as details may be different to those on the website. We recommend using the online Event Pack as a guide, which is in "real time" and updated right up to the event start. An email will also be sent to the address you registered with, notifying you of any final details and possible amendments that arise.

When will I receive my timingchip and BIB number?

These must be collected the day of the event.

Can I use a personal listening device?

It is very important that you remain aware of your surroundings for the duration of the race as some parts of the course are on open roads and others cross public pathways. Therefore we do not allow participants to use their audio device during the races.

Do I have to participate all three days?

Long Course Weekend offers a series of races over the course of 3 days. You can enter for just 1 discipline, multiple disciplines or the entire Long Course Weekend. Totally up to you!

When will we receive all the practical information?

Around September 15th you will receive an email with all the information and practical details about your registration.

Will there be pacers on the course?

Yes, there will be pacers for the Nieuwpoort Marathon. Both for the full marathon and the half marathon.
For the full marathon, the pacer times are: 03:30, 03:40, 03:50, 04:00, 04:10, 04:20, 04:30
For the half marathon, the pacer times are: 01:30, 01:40, 01:50, 02:00, 02:10

Until when can I register?

The closing date for online registration is September 15th, 2024. After that you can still register on site at the athlete reception desk. There will be an additional cost of €10 here. 

Do you get a medal for each distance?

Yes, for each distance you will receive a medal at the finish. Even children will receive a medal at the kidsrun. 

What are the cut-off times?

• Marathon : 5h30
• Half marathon : 5h30
• 10 km : 1h30
• 5 km : 1h30

Organisation

sportsDC

Dok-Noord 4D/003

9000 Ghent

Belgium

Contact Person

Athlete Service: info@lcwbelgium.com

Press & Media: Matthias Lievens: [email protected]

Call & Whatsapp : +32 476 20 25 15