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Burchtloop Brustem

BURCHTLOOP
BRUSTEM 2026

Saturday May 30, 2026

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Burchtloop Brustem 2026 starts on Saturday May 30 at 17:00

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Ambassador 2026

Nico Dirickx

Ultrarunner from Brustem

We are proud to present our ambassador: Nico Dirickx, ultrarunner from Brustem.

"Cross every finishline, like it's your first
Whatever the distance is, whatever the run."

Nico Dirickx

In Brustem, a village that effortlessly reveals its charm, the Burchtloop is organized for the seventh time this year. Since its launch in 2019, the event has become a true tradition in the local community and far beyond. Originally part of the Challenge Hesbignon, the Burchtloop has proudly joined the Helpshop Running Criterion since 2022, now a name synonymous with quality and conviviality in Limburg road racing.

The Burchtloop organizers have kept improving year after year. With a new fully paved route since 2024, the race offers a challenging yet accessible course for experienced runners and newcomers alike. The route passes the most picturesque spots of Brustem, where nature and history meet.

The Burchtloop also includes the youngest athletes. The youth races give children the chance to enjoy running in a safe and supportive environment. With a generously filled goodie bag as a reward, it becomes an unforgettable experience that encourages an active and healthy lifestyle.

After effort comes relaxation. The Burchtloop is known for its warm atmosphere, where participants, supporters and visitors gather in the party tent for a pleasant aftertalk. With live music, everyone enjoys local hospitality and a delicious local beer, DonJon.

Kids Run

17u00

100m

17u10

200m

17u20

500m

17u30

1000m

Start Times

15:00

Fair

Opening of the fair

16:00

Day registration

Same-day registrations and bib pickup

16:30

Kids Pre-party

Kids pre-party and warm-up at the start area

17:00

Youth run

Youth run with distances of 100, 200, 500 and 1000 meters

17:45

Pre-party

Pre-party and warm-up at the start area

18:00

START 5 KM

Start of the 5 KM
V&B Dakwerkencup

18:50

AWARD CEREMONY

Award ceremony 5 KM
V&B Dakwerkencup

19:00

Pre-party

Pre-party and warm-up at the start area

19:15

START 10 KM

START OF 10 KM
Helpshopcup

20:45

AWARD CEREMONY

Award ceremony 10 KM
Helpshopcup

21:00

PARTYTIME

Live music Totally Soul

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END

Everything comes to an end

Practical Info

Parking is available at the following locations:
Hemelrijk (football field)
Singelstraat (partly)
Brustem-dorp coming from Luikersteenweg (partly)
Geelstraat coming from Vliegveldlaan (partly)
Herderstraat (partly)
Online registrations from 1 February 2026 until 30 May 2026
On-site registration is possible from 16:00 until 15 minutes before the race

Youth races (100M-200M-500M-1000M) up to 12 years: 3 €
5KM V&B dakwerkencup: 8 € pre-registration / 9 € day registration
10KM Helpshopcup: 10 € pre-registration / 11 € day registration

Bib pickup and on-site registrations are in the large event tent on the village square. (Brustem Dorp, 3800 Brustem)
The 5KM and 10KM races include electronic timing by TimeToRun.be.
The bib number must be returned to the organization after the race.
Results are available immediately after the race on www.timetorun.be, on the big screens at the finish, or in the event tent.
Changing rooms and showers are available at the KVV Zepperen-Brustem football field.
NO sports bag storage is provided.
For the 5KM there is a time limit of 50 minutes. For the 10KM there is a time limit of 1 hour and 30 minutes.
There will be 1 refreshment station on the course and a quality finish refreshment.
In very hot weather, 2 refreshment stations will be provided for the 10 KM.
Podium by age categories of the Helpshop Running Criterion with prizes in kind.
-35, +35, +45, +55, +65

In addition, the fastest residents of Brustem are highlighted.
Dogs are allowed to run, but they must start at the back. If needed, a muzzle must be worn.

Maps & Downloads

Course Map PDF GPX File Results 2025 5KM Results 2025 10KM Results 2024 5KM Results 2024 10KM Results 2023 5KM Results 2023 10KM Results 2022 5KM Results 2022 10KM

Photos & Atmosphere

Photos Edition 2024

Race day practical info

Bib pickup

Bib numbers can be collected on race day in the event tent.

Extra toilets at Burchtheem

Extra toilets are available in hall Burchtheem. The route will be indicated with arrows.

Bike parking

Bike parking is available at the inner courtyard of Burchtheem. So feel free to come by bike.

Urgent issue?

If you have urgent problems on race day, you can turn to a marshal or volunteer. The event tent also has a first aid post. In addition, a lead and tail cyclist are in contact with the organisation so that action can be taken quickly if needed. Extra police officers will be present during the race to ensure everyone's safety.

Where it all happens

Start, finish and atmosphere are at the village square of Brustem-Dorp.

Brustem-Dorp

GPS: 50.801349051365, 5.2207863055176

Open on OpenStreetMap

Notice for neighbors on the route

On Saturday May 30, 2026, due to the Burchtloop in Brustem, the following traffic regulation applies:

  • No parking from 15:00 to 22:00: Brustem-Dorp (between Luikersteenweg - Herderstraat - Pipelstraat), Kapelhof, Burchtgracht, Singelstraat.
  • No traffic from 16:00 to 22:00: Brustem-Dorp (between Luikersteenweg - Herderstraat - Pipelstraat), Kapelhof, Burchtgracht, Singelstraat.
  • No parking from 15:00 until the end of the races: Herderstraat (between Brustem-Dorp and Pipelstraat), Pipelstraat (between Herderstraat and Tomstraat), Tomstraat (between Pipelstraat and Hameistraat), Lenaertstraat (between Geelstraat and Brustem-Dorp), Hameistraat and Sint-Kristinastraat.

This information was last updated on 17-04-2026

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