FAQ's

When and where is Long Course Weekend Belgium?

Long Course Weekend Belgium takes place from 26 – 28 September 2025 in and around Nieuwpoort.

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
• Half Long Course: 1,9 Swim, 90 km Bike, 21,1 km Run
• Full Long Course: 3.8 km Swim, 180 km Bike, 42.2 km Run

Is there a kids event?

Yes there is! Long Course Weekend Kids Run 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?

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 DBMax 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. This will include event timings. 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, as an email will be sent to the address you registered with notifying you of final details and possible amendments.

When will I receive my timingchip and BIB number?

These must be collected at the time of registration upon showing ID and your ticket.

How can I change my distance and what are the associated costs?

To change your distance, send an email to [email protected], including your name, previous distance, and desired distance.

• Until July 31: changing to a shorter distance is free, but for a longer distance, you will need to pay the difference in cost.
• After July 31: there is a €10 administration fee for any change, plus the cost difference for a longer distance.

Can I change my name and how do I do it?

Until July 31, it is possible to change your name by sending an email to [email protected].
After July 31, it is still possible, but only in person at the infodesk during the event, and an administrative fee of €10 will be charged.

For name changes requested before July 31, you must always include the following information about the new participant:

• First and last name
• Email address
• Mobile phone number
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Nationality
• Address
• Emergency contact details: name, relationship, and mobile phone number

After July 31, you must first collect the race number of the previous participant, and then proceed to the infodesk to request the name change.

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 in all three days?

Long Course Weekend offers a series of events and distances over the course of 3 days. You can enter just 1 discipline, multiple disciplines or the entire Long Course Weekend. LCW is the perfect tailored made multisport package. It's your choice!

Why is it cheaper to enter the three events separately rather than entering the Full Long Course Weekend?

If you enter the three events separately, you will receive a finisher's medal for each event (3 medals total). If you commit to the Full Long Course Weekend, You will receive not only the finisher's medals for the three separate events, but also a LCW finishers giveaway and Goodie Bag as well as the coveted fourth medal (if you finish all distances within the cut-off). not only this, but you will also get the opportunity to be a part of the awe-inspiring LCW fourth medal ceremony. 

Does the run course include running in the sand?

No, the entire course is asphalted, so you never have to run in the sand.

I am already registered, when will I get my number?

You will receive your number on the day itself, at the time of registration. 

Is a wetsuit mandatory?

When will we receive all the practical information?

Around September 16th 2025, 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, 2:20, 2:30

Until when can I register?

The closing date for online registration is September 15th, 2025. After that you can still register on site at the athlete reception desk. There will be an additional cost of €10 here.

What are the cut-off times?

For the swimming events:

• 3800m: 2h15
• 1900m: 1h40

For the cycling events:

• 180 km: 9h
• 90 km: 8h
• 45 km: 3h

For the running events:

• Marathon: 5h30
• Half marathon: 3h30
• 10 km: 1h30
• 5 km: 1h00

Do you get a medal for each race and distance?

Yes, for each discipline and distance you will receive a medal at the finish. Even children will receive one during the children's race.

What is the prize structure?

There are medals for everyone who crosses the finish line, including children who wish to run with their loved one! There are trophies for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd overall male & female. There will be a ceremony for 1st, 2nd & 3rd prize giving at the end of each event. Age category trophies will be posted out after the event. The participants of the FULL Long Course Weekend get a chance to win a cash prize! There are prizes for 1st (€750), 2nd (€300) & 3rd (€150) in the men's and women's full distance competition

What type of bike can I use?

Road bikes are recommended, but we will not refuse mountain bikes or time trial bikes if that is your preference or all you have available. E-bikes are not allowed. 

Can I have ticket/cancellation protection for Long Course Weekend?

Organisation

JUST EDDY BV

Dendermondsesteenweg 48/001

9000 Ghent

Belgium

Contact Person

Athlete Service: info@lcwbelgium.com

Press & Media: Matthias Lievens: [email protected]

Call & Whatsapp : +32 476 20 25 15