Meerdaalwoud Trail

Trail Running covering 10 km to 43 km with up to 582 m D+ in Bierbeek (Flanders, Belgium)

LocationBierbeek, Flanders, BelgiumShow on map(50.8277° N, 4.7562° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +754 m

Meerdaalwoud Trail is an endurance sporting event in Bierbeek, Flanders, BE focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest.

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 43 km (43 km, +582 m D+), Trail 29 km (29 km, +754 m D+), Trail 26 km (26 km, +676 m D+), Trail 18 km (18 km, +468 m D+), Trail 17 km (17 km, +442 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (passionforsports.eu).

Meerdaalwoud Trail in Bierbeek (Work: "Frahan JPG01", Photo: Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, License: CC BY-SA 2.5, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Frahan JPG01" · Photo: Jean-Pol GRANDMONT · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.5
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Event characteristics

Races & distances (7)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 43 kmTrail Running43 km+582 m52 m - 296 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 29 kmTrail Running29 km+754 m55 m - 372 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 26 kmTrail Running26 km+676 m58 m - 342 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 18 kmTrail Running18 km+468 m61 m - 258 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 17 kmTrail Running17 km+442 m64 m - 250 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 12 kmTrail Running12 km+312 m52 m - 183 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+260 m55 m - 164 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
43 km
Elevation gain
+582 m D+
Elevation loss
-582 m D-
Altitude range
52 m - 296 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
2.7 % / 4.9 %
Course format
Loop course
43 km+582 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS50.8277° N, 4.7562° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 52 m to 296 m above sea level (+582 m D+, -582 m D-)

Peak: 296 m·at 17.3 km·Ø 2.7 %
52 m133 m215 m296 m0 km8.6 km17.2 km25.8 km34.4 km43 km296 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Meerdaalwoud Trail take place?

Meerdaalwoud Trail takes place in Bierbeek, Flanders, BE (start area at coordinates 50.8277° N, 4.7562° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Meerdaalwoud Trail?

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 43 km (43 km, +582 m D+), Trail 29 km (29 km, +754 m D+), Trail 26 km (26 km, +676 m D+), Trail 18 km (18 km, +468 m D+), Trail 17 km (17 km, +442 m D+), and Trail 12 km (12 km, +312 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Meerdaalwoud Trail?

The main competition (Trail 43 km over 43 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +582 m of elevation gain and -582 m of elevation loss, ranging between 52 m and 296 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Meerdaalwoud Trail?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (passionforsports.eu).