Les Crêtes La Hulpoises

Autumn trail running event over the wooded ridges around La Hulpe.

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Promote autumn trail running gear, fitness training programs, and local tourism packages tied to a niche but engaged regional sports event.

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Trail-ready gear guides: shoes, hydration packs, and wearables for autumn runners
Local La Hulpe tourism tie-in: post-race dining, lodging, and scenic exploration
Training content: 8-week autumn trail running prep for intermediate runners
Athlete spotlights and race-day coverage to build community engagement

Programme

Les Crêtes La Hulpoises is a mythical event on the Belgian calendar celebrating its 44th edition in 2026. The courses start from the municipality of La Hulpe, known for its castle classified as exceptional heritage of Wallonia, and use paths and trails through different domains opened especially for the occasion, such as Solvay or Nysdam. The organization is committed to an eco-responsible and solidarity event, with profits returned to local associations, and eco-designs the race to deliver an event with low ecological impact and strong social impact. Les Crêtes: 18 km with 400 m elevation gain featuring 8 peaks Les Petites Crêtes: 10 km with 200 m elevation gain featuring 5 peaks Mini Crêtes children's event completes the day €7,000 donated to local ASBLs in 2025 Rigorous waste management, single-use plastic elimination, and short supply chains prioritized Trail running through heritage castle grounds and private forest domains in Walloon Brabant

Line-up

Les Crêtes: 18 km + 400 m D+Les Petites Crêtes: 10 km + 200 m D+Mini Crêtes (children)"dates": "Sunday, 11 October 2026","location": "La Hulpe, Walloon Brabant, Belgium (École des Colibris, Rue des Combattants 112, 1310 La Hulpe)","tickets": "Registration open via https://www.creteslahulpoises.be/ (pre-registration recommended)","getting_there": "La Hulpe town centreaccessible from Brussels via regional roadscar/public transport to school venue","hours": "Morning start (typical 9:30-11:30 am based on recent editions)single-day event"

Part 1

Sunday 11 Oct 2026