21K
12K
6K
Genk Mining Trail
Genk, Limburg - Belgium
About This Race
Trail through Genk's transformed mining landscape.
The Course
Former mining area now nature
Race Details
Terrain
Trail
Elevation
Hilly
240m (21K) gain
Participants
2,500 participants
Distances
21K, 12K, 6K
What to Expect
One of Flanders most challenging trail runs! Conquer the historic mining terrils at Thorpark in Genk, climb to stunning panoramic viewpoints, and experience unique industrial heritage transformed into nature.
Highlights
Limited edition with max 1500 participants
Run on and around historic mining terrils
Part of Nationaal Park Hoge Kempen
Climb 450 steps over 4 stages to terril top
Panoramic views over Genk
Unique Coalminers medal for finishers
Race Information
Start Time
08:00
Aid Stations
2 stations
Typical Weather
Late summer conditions, 18-25°C, possible warm weather
Tags
Trail
Industrial Heritage
Nature