Beer Lovers’ Marathon Liege
Enter the 2025 Beer Lovers Marathon with Marathon Tours & Travel
The Beer Lovers Marathon is a unique blend of running, fun, and Belgian beer culture, making it a memorable experience for both participants and spectators. Each year there is a theme which encourages runners to race in costume, adding to the lively nature of the event, this year’s theme: Belgian Comic Strip!
Unlike traditional marathons, this event features beer stations along the route where, in addition to water and fruit, runners can sample different Belgian beers, with a whopping 16 different regional beers to choose from! These stations often have live music and festive activities, creating a party-like atmosphere. In addition to a great atmosphere, the course takes runners through the beautiful and historic city of Liège, offering scenic views of the city.
Meals Included
Breakfast at the hotel and pasta party
Guide
Guidance & support from our team with group activities
Accommodation
Centrally located 4* hotel
Entry
Guaranteed entries
Celebration Party
Official after party access for all runners and supporters
Excursions
City tour included
Coopah
2 week free trial for Coopah training plans
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Friday 16 May
Arrival day
- Arrive in Liege and make your own way to the Penta Hotel Liege by train, taxi or shuttle.
- Tonight, join us for a Welcome Drink (included) and trip briefing
Saturday 17 May
City Tour & official pasta party
- This morning we invite you to meet with the Marathon Tours & Travel host in the hotel lobby before leaving for an optional shake-out run (suitable for all fitness levels)
- After breakfast, we will begin a guided walking tour of Liege. Highlights may include the Bueren Mountain, the Coteaux de la Citadelle and the Palace of the Prince-Bishops. You may also get to visit some of the city’s churches like Basilica of St. Bartholomew and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
- The rest of they day is free for you to explore at your own leisure.
- We will meet again this evening to head to the Official Beer Lovers Marathon Pasta Party together!
(Breakfast and Pasta Party included)
Sunday 18 May
Race day!
- Breakfast will be available early. Those running the Beer Lovers Marathon will easily be able to walk to the start from Pentahotel Liege (10 minute walk)
- Upon finishing your race, you can walk back to your hotel for a free afternoon or head to the Official Beer Lovers Marathon After Party for a big celebration!
(Breakfast included. After Party included)
Monday 19 May
Departure Day
Unless you have booked extra nights, please check out of your room before 11:00am. We hope you enjoyed your Beer Lovers Marathon 2025 experience and we look forward to seeing you at another Marathon Tours & Travel event.
(Breakfast included)
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Packages & Rates
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Guaranteed 2025 Beer Lovers Marathon Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the 2025 Beer Lovers Marathon. You can buy the entry from Marathon Tours & Travel if you also buy the accommodation package from us.
Marathon Tours & Travel Beer Lovers Marathon 3 night package includes the following:
- 3 nights accommodation at centrally located 4* hotel in Liege
- Daily breakfasts
- Welcome drink
- ‘Shake-out’ run
- Walking tour of Liege
- Official pasta party
- Official post-race after party
- Escorted trip to the race start
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel team
- ABTA protected
- 2-week free trial of Coopah bespoke training plans. Details on how to claim will be sent in your booking confirmation email
Not Included:
- Beer Lovers Marathon Entry (Marathon or Supporter Entry available to add)
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above
A longer stay?
Contact us for a quote or use our easy booking tool to cost and book.
Travelling with children?
Contact us for a quote or refer to the hotel description for child policies.
Rates
All prices are per person in UK pounds sterling Double Occupancy Single Occupancy 3 night package, from 16 May 2025 £499 £689 Optional ExtrasAll prices are per person in UK pounds sterling Guaranteed Beer Lovers Marathon Entry £85 Guaranteed Beer Lovers Marathon Supporter Entry £25
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Hotels
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Liege, BelgiumPentahotel Liege
Your new go-to hotel in Liège… the Pentahotel sits right on the doorstep of the famous Le Carre district, meaning that you’ll be just steps from a unique and vibrant cultural scene. Even closer to home, our very own Pentalounge has become a destination in its own right. Known for its great food, easy-going vibe and wide array of drinks, it’s the perfect place to get together or simply unwind.
Check-in from 15:00pm and check out up to 12:00pm.
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Event Information
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Race Date: May 18 2025
Race Time: 09:30am (TBC)
Organizer: More information about the race origins and organisers can be found on the Beer Lovers Marathon website.
Course: 2025 route – TBC
Temperature: Daytime temperatures usually reach 18°C in Liege in May, falling to 7°C at night. It is always best to check the 10 day forecast before you depart your home city.
Entry Fee: Entry to the marathon via Marathon Tours & Travel is £85. Supporter Entry via Marathon Tours & Travel is £25.
Time Limit: The course time limit for the Marathon is six (6) hours, thirty (30) minutes.
Number Pickup: Participants must personally pick up bib numbers and race packets. More details will be shared as soon they are available.
Difficulty: Moderate
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Registration & Booking
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Conditions of Sale
Please note we cannot sell race entry without accommodation package. Race entry is not refundable.
If you wish to make any changes to your reservations, administration and/or service fees might apply. For our general T&C’s please see here.
How to Book
To make your booking, click on the button at the top of the page, ensuring that you select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party, plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically.
Travel advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for the Belgium current entry restrictions and requirements.
Travel Insurance
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Security Policy
Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and/or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.
Race Rules and Terms of Participation
Our itinerary and details regarding the race are based on current information available at the time this package was released for sale. Whilst we expect the details to remain correct, changes are possible and will be confirmed nearer to the trip after the race organisers have confirmed final instructions.
All race rules and procedures need to be followed.
Starting Pens and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the Beer Lovers Marathon 2025 events we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.
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Belgian Comic Strip Costume Ideas
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This year’s Beer Lovers Marathon theme is: Belgian Comic Strip!
Belgium has a rich tradition of comic book creation, and its comics have gained worldwide recognition for their unique style and storytelling. Here are some popular Belgian comic characters and potential costume ideas:The Smurfs:
- Classic Smurf: Wear a blue jumpsuit with a white hat and a red collar.
- Papa Smurf: Dress as the wise and elderly leader of the Smurfs, complete with a long white beard and a blue robe.
- Smurfette: Create a feminine costume with a blue dress and white hat.
Tintin:
- Classic Tintin: Wear a red and white striped shirt, a beret, and a pair of brown trousers.
- Captain Haddock: Dress as Tintin’s adventurous and eccentric companion, complete with a captain’s hat, a white shirt, and a red scarf.
- Professor Calculus: Wear a lab coat, white beard, and thick glasses to create a costume based on Tintin’s brilliant but absent-minded scientist.
These are just a few examples but with a little imagination, you can create an easy yet fun costume that pays homage to these iconic characters… we can’t wait to see what you come up with!
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