{"id":33701,"date":"2026-04-29T10:44:07","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T08:44:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:16:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T12:16:58","slug":"bike-race-in-the-heart-of-brussels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/en\/bike-race-in-the-heart-of-brussels","title":{"rendered":"BXL TOUR 2026: take part in a real bike race in the heart of Brussels"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"33701\" class=\"elementor elementor-33701 elementor-33646\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-14cb65e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"14cb65e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b60be11 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b60be11\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>On 14 June, Brussels is no longer a city you cross. It\u2019s a city you ride.<br \/>At the rhythm of the peloton, at full speed, in one continuous flow.<\/p><p>The BXL TOUR 2026 is a rare opportunity to ride at high intensity in a performance-driven environment. Over 40 km of fully closed roads, you find your pace, latch onto wheels, and the speed builds naturally.<\/p><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-33652 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c414cf2 elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"c414cf2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;Aucun titre n\\u2019a \\u00e9t\\u00e9 trouv\\u00e9 sur cette page.&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;tablet&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of contents\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__c414cf2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__c414cf2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__c414cf2\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0512f95 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0512f95\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The BXL TOUR 2026 is designed for riders who want to turn a standard ride into a true race experience, among fellow cyclists, right in the heart of the capital.<\/p><h2>A course built for speed, without interruption<\/h2><p>For its 10th edition, the BXL TOUR course confirms what makes it so successful: a fast, readable route, ideal for riding in a peloton.<\/p><p>From the very first kilometers, the pace settles in naturally thanks to:<\/p><ul><li>long straights perfect for putting down power<\/li><li>wide roads that make positioning easier<\/li><li>flowing sections that allow for sustained high speed<\/li><\/ul><p>The route passes through several iconic locations, from Place des Palais to the Atomium, including the Cinquantenaire. It\u2019s designed to reward both power and race awareness.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33518 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"212\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-728x1030.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Parcours-BXL_Tissot-sprint_01-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 212px) 100vw, 212px\" \/><\/a><\/p><h2>A pace that leaves no room for hesitation<\/h2><p>The BXL TOUR stands out for its strong group dynamics. Very quickly, groups form, the pace stabilizes, and gaps start to open. You benefit from drafting, a steady race tempo, and improved energy efficiency.<\/p><p>Experienced riders typically average between 30 and 35 km\/h, while more competitive cyclists push 35 to 40 km\/h and beyond. A fast course, but a demanding one, where performance depends as much on your legs as on your positioning in the bunch.<\/p><p><strong>They\u2019ve experienced it from the inside.Here\u2019s what awaits you:<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6cd227e elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"6cd227e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;vimeo&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"elementor-video-iframe\" allowfullscreen allow=\"clipboard-write\" title=\"vimeo Video Player\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1186977498?color&amp;autopause=0&amp;loop=0&amp;muted=0&amp;title=1&amp;portrait=0&amp;byline=0#t=\"><\/iframe>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5141046 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5141046\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>The Tissot Sprint: a strategic moment<\/h2>\nTowards the end of the course, a dedicated segment adds extra intensity to the race: a 1.5 km Tissot Sprint section in front of the Royal Palace of Laeken. This is a key opportunity to:\n<ul>\n \t<li>test your acceleration,<\/li>\n \t<li>drop your team mates,<\/li>\n \t<li>and go all out !<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nPositioning before the segment and the timing of your effort are crucial.\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33661 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\n<h2>An intense finale and an iconic finish<\/h2>\n\n<p>A few kilometers later, the intensity ramps up again as you approach the Atomium, where you\u2019ll cross the finish line. Take the time to recover, share your race\u2026 and celebrate your performance in a lively finish village with a range of food options.<\/p>\n\n<p>This year, Philippe Gilbert, Eko\u00ef ambassador, will present the prizes to the winners.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a2e3ad elementor-widget-mobile__width-initial vimeo-cove elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"9a2e3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;vimeo&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"elementor-video-iframe\" allowfullscreen allow=\"clipboard-write\" title=\"vimeo Video Player\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1121853307?color&amp;autopause=0&amp;loop=0&amp;muted=0&amp;title=1&amp;portrait=0&amp;byline=0#t=\"><\/iframe>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0cdd8e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0cdd8e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Practical information<\/h2><p>Date: Sunday 14 June 2026<br \/>Start: between 9:00 and 9:50 AM, Place des Palais<\/p><div style=\"max-width: 100%; overflow: auto;\"><table class=\"tableaubxltour\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Fee<\/th><th>Conditions<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Master<\/td><td>\u20ac18<\/td><td>Licensed, min. 19 years old<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cyclo<\/td><td>\u20ac22<\/td><td>Min. 12 years old<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ride<\/td><td>\u20ac22<\/td><td>Min. 12 years old, e-bikes allowed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Paracycling<\/td><td>\u20ac18<\/td><td>Licensed via Handisport or G-sport Vlaanderen<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p>Come with friends! Special group rate for 5+ participants: \u20ac18 per person.<\/p><h2>Ready to take on the challenge?<\/h2><p>Every year, thousands of cyclists line up at the start of the BXL TOUR.<\/p><p>Some come chasing performance.<br \/>Others come for a unique experience.<\/p><p>But they all leave with the same feeling: having taken part in a real race, in the heart of Brussels.<\/p><p>On 14 June 2026, the capital opens the road for you.<\/p><p>Registrations are now open.<br \/>It\u2019s your turn to take your place on the start line.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/fr.milesrepublic.com\/en\/event\/bxl-tour-15804\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register now!<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20a331c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"20a331c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-2.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-33675\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bxltour.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/vraie-course-cycliste-au-coeur-bruxelles-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On 14 June, Brussels is no longer a city you cross. 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