Lilse Bergen Trail & Walk 2026
Join the Lilse Bergen Trail & Walk on Saturday, August 1, 2026, for a challenging and scenic run through one of the most beautiful nature reserves in the Kempen region. The course winds through forests, sandy plains, and the stunning Warandeplas, offering a unique experience of nature, movement, and adventure.
Distances and Pricing
Choose from four distances:
- 8 km: €17
- 15 km: €21
- 22 km: €25
- 27 km: €29
Early bird pricing applies until July 1, 2026, after which prices increase by €2. For a personalized start number, register before July 22, 2026, at 23:59. Pre-registration closes on July 30, 2026, at 23:59. Day registrations are possible if available.
Program
Trailrun:
- From 12:00 PM: bib collection
- 1:00 PM: start 27km trail
- 1:30 PM: start 22km trail
- 2:00 PM: start 15km trail
- 2:30 PM: start 8km trail
- 3:45 PM: podium ceremony
- 4:30 PM: finish closure
What's Included
All participants receive:
- A unique finisher's medal
- Professional timing with a finish certificate
- Extensive aid stations along the course and at the finish
- Dogs are allowed on a leash
- Alcohol-free beer for every finisher, courtesy of Erdinger!
Location
Address: Strandweg 6, 2275 Lille, Belgium
Parking: Ample free parking is available. Please follow signage and directions from parking attendants. Cycling is encouraged.
Practical Information
- Showers: not available
- Changing rooms: not available
- Bag drop-off: available in the event village
- Bibs: collect in the event village tent
- Podium: Natural prizes for top 3 men/women in age groups: -35, +35, +50
Course Information
The trails are located in a unique nature reserve in the Antwerp Kempen. Detailed route information for each distance (8km, 15km, 22km, 27km) is available on Strava with GPX downloads.
Aid Stations:
- 8km: at 4.6 km
- 15km: at 2.5 km & 9.1 km
- 22km: at 2.5km, 9.7 km & 17.2 km
- 27km: at 7.5km, 14.7 km & 22.2 km