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Saturday 21 November 2026

Vlakte Marathon

Heidelberg, Western Cape · South Africa
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Flat course across the Hessequa plains

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A point-to-point road race along the R323 from Heidelberg toward Witsand on the Cape south coast. The marathon starts at Heidelberg High School, the half marathon at Zoutpan and the 10.4km at Vondeling Primary School; all races finish in Witsand. Kilometre markers throughout and refreshment stations every 3km.

Marathon42.2 km
Half Marathon21.1 km
10.4km10.4 km
5K5 km

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About

The Vlakte Marathon takes runners across the flat farmland plains of the Hessequa region in South Africa's Western Cape, starting and finishing in Heidelberg. Hosted by Langeberg Athletics Club, it offers marathon, half marathon, 10.4km and 5km fun run options.

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