Races Marathon · Charleroi, Belgium
Charleroi Marathon
Charleroi Marathon is a rolling marathon in Charleroi, Belgium, held each April. A single loop from Charleroi that passes old industrial areas and then quieter countryside towards Goutroux, Aulne and Wespes. Most of the climbing comes in the second half, and the run back along the Sambre is easier. Late April in Charleroi is cool to mild, with typical race-day temperatures of 6 to 16°C and a chance of showers. Charleroi's rolling course rewards effort-based pacing — hold steady effort on the rises and let the pace return on the descents.
Page rebuilt 2026-11-14 · race facts not independently verified — confirm dates and entries on the official race site
When
April
next: Sunday 25 April 2027
Course
rolling
Marathon
Conditions
Late April in Charleroi is cool to mild, with typical race-day temperatures of 6 to 16°C and a chance of showers.
Racing this course well
A single loop from Charleroi that passes old industrial areas and then quieter countryside towards Goutroux, Aulne and Wespes. Most of the climbing comes in the second half, and the run back along the Sambre is easier.
Charleroi's rolling course rewards effort-based pacing — hold steady effort on the rises and let the pace return on the descents.
Getting a place
- How you get in
- Open entry: first come, first served
- Price
- €60 for the first 150 entries, €65 up to 300 and €70 up to 800
Official Charleroi Marathon site →Checked November 2026
Race day
- Next race
- Sunday 25 April 2027
- Time limit
- 6 hours
- Also on the day
- half-marathon, 10k, 5k
The course in numbers
The marathon follows the half-marathon route to Goutroux, then continues to Wespes and Aulne, where a late rise is known as the wall at 30.
- Layout
- Loop
- Total climb
- 260 m
Worth knowing
- First run in 2024.
- The 2025 race was the second edition and the course was changed from the 2024 route.
- The race moved from June in 2025 to April for 2026 and 2027.
Pick your goal for Charleroi
Pace charts, weekly structure and timelines for the most common marathon goals:
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Build your training around Charleroi Marathon.
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Asked often
- When is the Charleroi Marathon?
- The next Charleroi Marathon is on Sunday 25 April 2027 in Charleroi, Belgium. It is held each April.
- Is the Charleroi Marathon course flat?
- A single loop from Charleroi that passes old industrial areas and then quieter countryside towards Goutroux, Aulne and Wespes. Most of the climbing comes in the second half, and the run back along the Sambre is easier.
- How do I enter the Charleroi Marathon?
- Open entry: first come, first served. Price: €60 for the first 150 entries, €65 up to 300 and €70 up to 800.
- How should I train for the Charleroi Marathon?
- Match your preparation to Charleroi Marathon's profile and the April weather, then protect consistency — with RunV Premium you can adapt your plan to fit your week, so one bad week never derails the block.
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