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Planet Group Ekiden Gent

Planet Group Ekiden Gent, Gent
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Road runs in Belgium, Gent

About

An aflossingsmarathon originating from Japan where teams of six runners alternate legs (5–10 km each) to complete the marathon distance together; described as the gezelligste Ekiden in Vlaanderen, focused on teambuilding.

Catering & aid stations

Eetentje na de wedstrijd

Pacers

Pacers are indicated on the start/finish area with flags and provide target times per start wave (see Renntag voor Laufende schedule on the site).

Results

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Typical weather in Gent

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan
08:43
17:06
Feb
08:00
18:00
Mar11°
06:59
18:50
Apr15°
06:50
20:41
May18°
05:56
21:29
Jun21°13°
05:31
22:02
Jul22°14°
05:49
21:55
Aug22°15°
06:33
21:08
Sep20°12°
07:21
20:01
Oct15°
08:09
18:54
Nov10°
08:03
16:59
Dec
08:43
16:39

Weather data by Open-Meteo

What's included in entry

  • Race number
  • Bib
  • Team t-shirt
  • Event insurance
  • Chip timing
  • Finisher medal
  • Daknagel
  • Team photo

FAQ

What is the format of Planet Group Ekiden Gent?

It is an Ekiden: teams of six runners alternate legs from 5 km to 10 km, totaling the marathon distance of 42.195 km.

When is the 2026 edition?

The 2026 edition is scheduled for Saturday 21 March 2026.

Where does it start and finish?

Start and finish at the Wouter Weylandt Stadion, Emanuel Hielstraat 106, 9050 Gent.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:46:59 PM

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