From Heidelberg To Witsand/Port Beaufort
Presenters
We (Langeberg Athletics Club) proudly present the Vlakte Marathon road running event annually. Since the first event back in 2001, it has grown in popularity and prestige to such an extent that it has become a qualifier for the Comrades and Two Oceans!
Hessequa Explorer’s Garden Route, Eureka Mills and the BVSA Group count among our kind sponsors. Without sponsors we will not be able to present this terrific event.
In turn, we donate part of the proceeds to the Cancer Association of South Africa, since we highly value the work done by Cansa.
Races
Participants have a choice of four distances to suit as many participants as possible. There is the full marathon of 42.2km, the half-marathon of 21.1km, as well as a 10.4km distance for the serious runners. And then there is the 5km fun run for those who mostly run for the fun of it.
Entertainment
We provide entertainment for the entire family, so bring your families and friends and enjoy the day in our company. There will be a jumping castle, various food stalls, along with a beer tent, lots of fun and more…
Commitee 2026
Nico Steyn (Chairman), Analie Heyns (Secretary & Riversdale), Reece Hughes (Treasurer), Anne-Marie Matthysen (Swellendam), Elona Keyser (Heidelberg), Enya van Wyk (Social Media & Communication), Anja-mari Coetzee (Social Media & Communication)
Race Information
Races Start
42.2 km – 05h00 at the Heidelberg Show Grounds
21.1 km – 06h00 at the Zoutpan Farm (Halfway down the R322 to Witsand)
10.4 km – 07h00 at the Vondeling Primary School
5 km – 18h30 by Witsand Beach the Friday 20th November
Races Finish
Witsand Swimming Beach
We Support
5 Km Fun Run
Race Start:
Starts as 18h30 by Witsand Beach the Friday 20th November
10.4 Km
Race Start:
07h00 Vondeling Primary School (10 km from Witsand on the R322)
21.1 Km
Race Start:
06h00 Zoutpan (Halfway down the R322 to Witsand)
42.2 Km
Race Start:
05h00 Heidelberg Showgrounds
| RACE | START TIME | PRIZE GIVING | ENTRY FEE | TEMP LIC | MIN AGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.2km | 05:00 | 11:00 | R195.00 | R45.00 | 20 years |
| 21.1km | 06:00 | 11:00 | R135.00 | R45.00 | 16 years |
| 10.4km | 07:00 | 11:00 | R100.00 | R45.00 | 15 years |
| Fun Run | 18:30 (20th Nov) | Handouts | R50.00 | None | 9 years |
Short T-Shirt cut-off order date: 11 Oct 2026 R255.00
Bus Ticket: R50
Transport: Morning of the race, Departure from Witsand Woolshed:
42.2km Marathon: Departs: 03:30 To Start Point: Heidelberg Show Grounds, 21.1km Half Marathon: Departs: 04:30 To Start Point: Soutpan ,10.4km Race: Departs: 06:00 To Start Point: Vondeling
Departure from Heidelberg (Heidelberg Showgrounds):
21.1km, 10.4km & 5km: Departs: 05:00to start points
Return Transport: Buses will depart from the Finish Line back to the relevant start points Immediately after the prize giving has concluded.
Bus Ticket Info: Cost: R50 per person Purchase: Online when registering for the race.
On-Line entries @ www.entryninja.com Close Monday 16 Nov @ 23h30.
All Late Entries: will be accepted at a R20 premium to advertised rates Friday, 20 Nov 2026.
12h00 – 20h00 at the Heidelberg Showground or Witsand Beach.
Saturday, 21 Nov 2026
No Late entries 42.2km at the Heidelberg Showground
No Late entries 21.1km at Zoutpan (start of the half marathon)
07h00 – 07h45 10.4km Vondeling Primary School (Start of 10.4 km).
17h00 – 18h15 5 Fun Run at Anchorage – Witsand, Main road
Please make sure you indicate race collection point on entry
Prize giving: Will take place at 11h00 at Finish line in Witsand. All Prize winners must be in their club colours when collecting their prize. Winners must be present at prize giving otherwise the prize will be forfeited. No Exceptions!
Available at start and finish
Will be available
Goodie Bags for first 250 entries
Medals: Gold: Winner of Marathon & Half marathon
Silver: Marathon sub 3h15; Half Marathon sub 1h30
Bronze: Everybody finishing within the cut-off times.
5km & 10.4km – medals to all finishers.
Short T-Shirt cut-off order date: 11 Oct 2026 R255.00
Closing date for online entries: 23h30: 20 November. All Late Entries: will be accepted at a R20 premium to advertised rates.
Unisex Langeberg "Atletiekklub" Long Sleeve T-Shirt (Cut off date for orders is 11 Okt 2026)
Measurements across front of shirt as shown on image.
XXS 38cm / XS 42cm
S 46cm / M 50cm
L 54cm / XL 58cm
2XL 62cm / 3XL 66cm
Vlakte Marathon Medal (5.1cm)
Dark Grey Colour is Raised & Light Grey Colour is Sunken
The Vlakte Marathon takes place under the rules of ASA, ASWD & WA
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