Practical information MB2F 2026 – Prepare your visit to Bergues
Are you participating in the Marathon Bière Flandres Festival (MB2F) on September 26 and 27, 2026 in Bergues? Find here all the practical information to prepare your weekend: access to Bergues, parking, accommodation, food, bib collection and travel to the race starts.
The MB2F takes place in the heart of French Flanders. The 13km and marathon races start in Bergues, while the half-marathon starts in Esquelbecq. All races finish in Bergues, near Saint-Winoc Abbey.
MB2F 2026 – Essential Information
Dates: September 26 and 27, 2026
Main location: Bergues – Nord – French Flanders
13 km: departure from Bergues on Sunday at 1 p.m.
Half marathon 21.1 km: departure from Esquelbecq Sunday at 9 a.m.
Marathon 42.2 km: departure from Bergues Sunday at 10 a.m.
Finish line: Saint-Winoc Abbey in Bergues
Bib collection: Friday 25th and Saturday 26th September, from 9am to 8pm
Collection location: Saint-Winoc Abbey in Bergues
Sunday pickup: not possible
Parking and access to MB2F in Bergues
The center of Bergues will be closed to traffic during the event. Parking solutions will be available in the car parks of the commercial areas located around Bergues, particularly near the E.Leclerc shopping centre.
Participants will then walk to the start and finish areas and the MB2F Festival. Signs will guide runners and visitors to the various parking areas.
Plan your stay in Bergues
Take advantage of your visit to MB2F to discover Bergues and French Flanders. Find accommodation, restaurants and access information offered by the tourist office.