Friday, December 11, 2026
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The flagship distance of the weekend covers 200 km of trail inside the Brabantse Wouden National Park with roughly 2,500 m of climbing. It sets off at 20:00 on the Friday evening and runners have 44 hours to reach the finish. A hot meal is served on course for this distance, and the field is capped at 250 starters.
Brabantse Wouden National Park forest trails
Roughly 2,500 m of climbing over 200 km
Friday night start with two nights out on the course
Run as part of the Legends Trails Christmas Party
Start / Finish
Oud-Heverlee, Belgium (exact start point not stated on the source page)
Oud-Heverlee, Belgium (exact finish point not stated on the source page)
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What to bring
GPS tracker issued by the organiser, carried and used during the race
Race number worn visibly and easy to read at all times
GPS tracker provided by the organisation
Mobile phone with charged battery, operable for the duration of the race, with safety contact number saved
Survival bag covering the entire body including head; simple survival blanket is not acceptable
Whistle that works and will be tested at kit check
Running pack or belt able to store obligatory equipment
Bottle(s) or hydration pack(s) with at least 1.0 litre capacity and at least 1.0 litre of water or liquid when leaving aid stations
Enough food to last to the next checkpoint
Waterproof and windproof jacket with hood and fully taped seams
Waterproof trousers with fully taped seams covering the legs completely
Shoes appropriate for the surface
Photo ID or passport
Headlamp with spare batteries
First aid kit including regular medication sufficient for 4 days
Some money for shops, bars or restaurants along the course
Red light from dusk till dawn attached to backpack/pack; battery powered, not motion powered
Cup for cupless event, including warm drinks
Safety goggles or safety glasses that seal around the eyes, clear lenses with head strap
What you get
Race number
GPS tracker to be carried during the race
Pre-race dinner
Hot meal during the 200km run and 160km walk
Post-race BBQ
Medical and safety team support
Showers and toilets
On the day
Toilets
Food vendors
Before you enter
Other questions
The 200 km trail race starts in Oud-Heverlee, Belgium, at 20:00 on Friday 11 December 2026 and must be completed by the end of the 44 hour limit on Sunday 13 December 2026.
Yes. The field for the event is capped at 250 participants, so early entry is advisable.
Yes. A GPS tracker is issued as part of the entry and has to be carried and used during the race. It lets the organisation and the safety team follow every runner on the course.
The checkpoints are well stocked with food and drinks. A hot meal is also served during the 200 km run and the 160 km walk, and a post-race BBQ waits at the finish.
The race runs in mid-December in central Belgium, so expect cold temperatures, long hours of darkness, rain and mud on the forest trails. Plan for two nights out and bring clothing and lighting that cope with wet and cold conditions.
Oud-Heverlee, Belgium
Friday, December 11, 2026
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