GT 160 - Unique in Belgium
A true 100 miles. A true legend.
There are trails that people talk about.
And then there are those that people whisper about, with a mixture of respect and excitement.
The GT160 returns in May 2029, held every three years. The 2026 edition left a lasting impression on everyone.
A 100-mile race unlike any other in Belgium, a journey through deep forests, lakes, castles, and the rolling hills aptly known as:
the Blue Ardennes.
A magnificent course.
Demanding.
True.
Here, we don't look for the easy way out.
We look for the truth.
100 miles.
Not just a distance – a seesaw.
The GT160 is a total challenge:
endurance, lucidity, mental resilience, humility in the face of the terrain and oneself.
You pass through several towns, several landscapes, several states of mind.
The night. The silence. The long hours.
Then dawn breaks and you understand why you came.
This is not a performance.
It is a rite of passage.
A race that matters. Really.
The GT160 is:
A qualifying race for the Western States 100 lottery;
Awarding a UTMB 100M index;
The only race in Belgium to combine these two distinctions.
Proof that this 100-mile race is not a copycat event but a respected, recognized, and legitimate race.
New edition. New layout. Same DNA.
For 2026, the GT160 returns with:
A revamped track
Even more aesthetic
Even more consistent
Even more wild
But it retains the essentials:
Authenticity
High standards
Greatness
The pioneering spirit
The GT160 will remain Belgium's most prestigious and challenging ultra marathon.
A human adventure. Life-size.
Some people collect medals.
And then there are those who, one day, decide to test themselves over 160 km of grueling terrain.
The GT160 isn't for everyone.
And that's what makes it precious.
If you line up at the start...
It's because you know why.
New online race.
The GT160 is a journey.
From point A to point B.
Just like in life.
You're making progress.
Always.
Practical information
- Departure : Friday, May 18, 2029 - 11:59 p.m.
- Number of participants : 450
- Location: Starting point? - Ovifat Ski Trail
- Distance : 165 km
- Elevation gain : 6300 m
- Supplies : 11
- Time limit : 40
All registrations and the management of all participant data are handled by the timing service. By registering for the GTLC, competitors automatically agree to the GTLC rules.
Two award categories:
- Members
- Non-members
- No registration of the day
Equipment
| Bag for carrying compulsory equipment during the race | Mandatory |
|---|---|
| Phone | Mandatory |
| Minimum 15 cl cup | Mandatory |
| 1 liter minimum water supplement | Mandatory |
| Headlamp | Mandatory |
| Additional battery for headlamp | Mandatory |
| Survival blanket 1.40 x 2.0 m minimum | Mandatory |
| Sufficient food reserve for autonomy adapted to the course | Mandatory |
| Rain jacket | Mandatory |
| Clothing adapted to weather conditions (sun, rain, cold, snow) | Mandatory |
| Identity card or passport | Mandatory |
Some photos